My computer doesn't detect wifi anymore

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So, my computer was running sweet and after I restarted it wasn't detecting my wifi anymore. I'm sure the wifi is there, my other computers get it.

Configuration:
Windows 7
Gateway NV53
Linksys Router

Please, I really need to fix it.

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Hello71
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asked Sep 19 '10 at 20:09

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	This isn't a programming question – Oli Charlesworth Sep 19 '10 at 20:11
	Did you try another restart or two? Remember its Windows. – Moab Sep 19 '10 at 20:20

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Without more information, I can only give you standard troubleshooting steps:

Is there a physical switch or function key on the laptop that disables wi-fi? According to Gateway, there's a capacitive button that toggles wi-fi on and off.
Download the latest driver and software updates for your laptop from Gateway.
Do a System Restore to before the problem occurred.
Back up your data, then re-install Windows.

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answered Sep 19 '10 at 20:21

Stephen Jennings
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On more than one occasion I've come across, number one was the culprit! – BloodPhilia Sep 19 '10 at 23:07

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I remember I had a similar problem but with a Vista installation in something called "BROADCAST flag in DHCP discovery packets". You can check Windows official forums or Microsoft Support for more detailed information about this issue.

answered Sep 19 '10 at 23:55

GmonC
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