Panasonic CF-W2 Series Reference Manual page 141

Dealing with Problems (Advanced)
Networking: Wireless LAN
Communication speed decreases
Communications with access point are
cut off
Unable to connect to a network
Cannot communicate via an ADSL, or
cable modem
Cannot set wireless LAN to [Enable] or
[Disable]
Connecting Peripherals
An error occurs while installing the
driver
Communication speed may decrease if, aside from the access point to which
this computer is connected, there is another access point nearby using the
same channel or a similar channel. Change the channel on the connection
access point, and check to see if the speed recovers. Confirm method for
changing channels using the access point manual
The rate may drop while a microwave oven is being used
When using a wireless LAN in an environment that combines both
IEEE802.11g and IEEE802.11b, communication speed when using
IEEE802.11g may decrease
Shorten the distance between the computer and the access point, and try the
detection again
If there are multiple access points aside from the access point to which this
computer is connected, confirm that different channels have been set for each
access point
Set [CPU Idle Setting] to [Performance] (
Is the IP address of the access point wrong?
Following the operating instructions of the access point, set the IP address of
the access point again correctly
Check to see whether IP address and DHCP server settings are set as
indicated by the ISP provider
It may become impossible to set the wireless LAN to [Enable] or [Disable] if
these settings are changed repeatedly on the [Network Connection] screen. In
this case, restart the computer
Press the F9 key in the Setup Utility. This will restore the Setup Utility's
settings to their default values (except the password settings)
When you install the driver for a PC Card or peripheral device, be sure to use a
driver that is compatible with the operating system. If you use an incompatible
driver, malfunction may occur. For information on drivers, contact the
manufacturer of the peripheral device you purchased
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