Wlan Connection Is Very Weak; Cannot Connect To The Wireless Router - HP Presario CQ36-100 - Notebook PC User Manual

If you are provided with new wireless network keys and SSID for a network, and if you have previously
connected to that network, follow these steps to connect to the network:
1. Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center.
2. Click Manage wireless networks in the left panel.
A list showing the available WLANs is displayed. If you are in a hotspot where several WLANs are
active, several are displayed.
3. Select the network in the list, right-click the network, and then click Properties.
NOTE:
the router or access point is operating.
4. Click the Security tab and enter the correct wireless encryption data into the Network security
key box.
5. Click OK to save these settings.

WLAN connection is very weak

If the connection is very weak, or if your computer cannot make a connection to a WLAN, minimize
interference from other devices, as follows:
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Move your computer closer to the wireless router or access point.
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Temporarily disconnect devices such as a microwave, cordless phone, or cellular phone to be sure
that other wireless devices are not interfering.
1. Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center.
2. Click Manage wireless networks in the left panel.
A list showing the available WLANs is displayed. If you are in a hotspot where several WLANs are
active, several are displayed.
3. Click a network, and then click Remove.

Cannot connect to the wireless router

If you are trying to connect to the wireless router and are unsuccessful, reset the wireless router by
removing power from the router for 10 to 15 seconds.
If the computer still cannot make a connection to a WLAN, restart the wireless router. For details, refer
to the router manufacturer's instructions.
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If the network you want is not listed, check with the network administrator to be sure that