Unable to connect with Windows 7 laptop on home wireless network

When I initially set up my network, both computers were able to see each other. I could access the Mac's files on the Windows 7 PC, but not vice versa. The Mac required a user name and password when I clicked on the PC's icon in Finder, but wouldn't recognize anything I'd type in.
I tried duplicating the Mac network location and entering "WORKGROUP" under the WINS tab. This caused the Mac to lose sight of the PC altogether, and still can't see it when I switched back to the original location. The PC can still see the Mac.

I'm not sure if this help. I have a Macbook Pro with Magic Mouse in Window 7.
What I did was when you click on the Bluetooth >> Add a Device, the Magic Mouse will show in the pop up window.
Do not click "Next", instead right click on the Mouse and select "Properties".
Under "Services" tab, checked "Drivers for keyboard, mice etc (HID). Then click "Apply". Driver will be installed once is done click "OK"
Then click "Cancel" on the Add a device windows. The magic mouse should be connected now and shown in the Bluetooth Device list.
Hope this help, at least it does works for me. Cheers

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I can get on the internet with my laptop using my wireless network at home but I can not get on the internet using my ipad. The wi-fi setting show a connection on my ipad but I can not pull up the internet. Any ideas?

My laptop connects to the internet via my wireless network at home. My ipad will not bring up the internet using the same connection. It shows in the wi-fi settings as connected but when I bring up safari, nothing comes up. Any ideas?

Look at iOS Troubleshooting Wi-Fi networks and connections http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1398
iPad: Issues connecting to Wi-Fi networks http://support.apple.com/kb/ts3304
iOS: Recommended settings for Wi-Fi routers and access points http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4199
Additional things to try.
Try this first. Turn Off your iPad. Then turn Off (disconnect power cord) the wireless router & then back On. Now boot your iPad. Hopefully it will see the WiFi.
Go to Settings>Wi-Fi and turn Off. Then while at Settings>Wi-Fi, turn back On and chose a Network.
Change the channel on your wireless router. Instructions at http://macintoshhowto.com/advanced/how-to-get-a-good-range-on-your-wireless-netw ork.html
Another thing to try - Go into your router security settings and change from WEP to WPA with AES.
How to Quickly Fix iPad 3 Wi-Fi Reception Problems
http://osxdaily.com/2012/03/21/fix-new-ipad-3-wi-fi-reception-problems/
If none of the above suggestions work, look at this link.
iPad Wi-Fi Problems: Comprehensive List of Fixes
http://appletoolbox.com/2010/04/ipad-wi-fi-problems-comprehensive-list-of-fixes/
Fix iPad Wifi Connection and Signal Issues http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwWtIG5jUxE
Unable to Connect After iOS Update - saw this solution on another post.
https://discussions.apple.com/thread/4010130?tstart=60
Note - When troubleshooting wifi connection problems, don't hold your iPad by hand. There have been a few reports that holding the iPad by hand, seems to attenuate the wifi signal.
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If any of the above solutions work, please post back what solved your problem. It will help others with the same problem.
 Cheers, Tom

Unable to connect hp photosmart c4480 printer to wireless network

I just purchased a new laptop HP dv7-6169nr but I'm unable to connect to my HP printer Photosmart C4480. I'm connected by home linksys. I tried to set up connection by using "sharing" properties but I guess I must be doing something wrong because I'm able to find the printer but when I try to print, the computer cannot find the printer. Can anyone help me?

Hey there!
Do you have a different pc available? Or if you have a friend who has a laptop will do as well. Because that will answer your question if its an issue with your pc. If it doesnt work with the other pc and you've tried a diff cable, its a big possibility its with the usb port on the printer.
Now, if you dont know anybody with a diff pc, you might wanna check your firewall settings. Its also one reason why your pc cant detect the printer.
You can also disable the startup programs just to make sure its not an issue with any 3rd party software. Try to follow the steps in this link in how to disable them ( and make sure you re-enable them once your done )
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=c00836418&tmp_task=solveCategory&cc=us&dlc=en&la...
if one of my advice works or helped a little, you can click the *KUDOS* button on the left. thanks.
Disclaimer : Even though im working for HP, all comments and suggestions are my personal opinion. HP still has a process to follow. (But i hope it will help ü)

Unable to connect my Apple TV to my wireless network

Hi
I have an Apple TVMC572LL/A
I had to replace my wireless router. I am now using a dual band router.
I am unable to connect to the 5GHz signal offered by the router.
It is a Netgear N750.
Is there an issue with this generation Apple TV and 5GHz?

Hi Iv'e been trying to solve this issue for a couple of weeks now and have done loads of digging. My Atv worked fine when I bought it Gen1 and connected to my wifi no problem. Then for some reason dropped the wifi, it could find the wifi but wouldn't let me join it!
The solution and worked for me....I removed my router that was sitting on top of the Atv. Apparently it causes issues and bingo connected straight away to my wifi
Have read a lot of stories thread regarding these issues and people storing the unit behind under tv's etc. Stand the unit alone and see what happenes?
Hope this works for you as it did for me Happy viewing again.

Droid 3 - Unable to connect to AT&T U-verse wireless network and unable to download apps using 3G

Hi,
I just purchased a DROID 3. It will not connect to my home network which is AT&T U-verse. It goes through the authentication process and then Wi-Fi shows as disconnected and the network shows as disabled. Everything else is connecting to the router just fine, computers, printers, blackberry. I have toggled wi-fi on and off and get the same result.
I was able to connect to other wireless networks, AT&T DSL, mobile hotspots, just not AT&T U-verse.
In addition, I am unable to download apps using the 3G network.
Any solutions out there?
Thanks

masirider wrote:
Thanks for responding. I've tried all of those already. I've also manually configured my home wi-fi connection via "Add Wi-Fi network. It still goes through the authentication process and disconnects.
Is there something that needs to be configured on my router. It's a 2Wire 3800HGV-B.
Regarding downloads, I have a gmail ccount. The message is that I need a Wi-Fi connection in order to download.
Thanks
On my router, it is set to accept connections only from devices (MAC Addresses) I allow. Maybe you have yours set up that way.
Also if you have a passcode on the router, you will need to search for the device, then add the passcode to your phone.

IPhone 4 Connects, but Can't Surf Home Wireless Network

Never had a problem with my 3G, and I'm using the same settings on the 4. Using a Linksys WCG200 wireless cable modem/router on Comcast. BTW, wi-fi works everywhere else. It is just on my home network that I'm having a problem.
I've rebooted the router, re-set the network settings on the phone,added the phone to the DMZ Zone on the router, added the MAC address to the wireless access filter, disabled the wireless access filter when that didn't work...
I can connect to the wireless router just fine, and show up as connected in the setup screens of the router, but can't access any web sites, or use any apps (app store, etc.) that require connectivity.
I don't have enough hair to be able to afford what I'm pulling out right now. It seems to me that I've covered all the bases. Am I missing anything? What is my next step?

I have the exact same router as you, I have Comcast, and I am having the exact same INFURIATING problem.
Comcast and Apple have no ideas. Linksys tells me I am having a router problem.
I even went so far as to buy a new router and modem from Linksys (as they claim they no longer make the router/modem combo because it doesn't work well). I still don't buy this... my PC, my PS3, my DS... all of them connect to the router perfectly.
I have the new modem and router here and planned to give that a whirl tonight but Comcast was being difficult and saying it could take 72 hours to activate my new modem. Totally unsat. I had them reconnect the WCG200 and I am still trouble shooting to no avail...
If anyone finds a fix (short of a new router and new modem)... please post!

Problem with Windows 98 logging onto wireless network

I have a unique issue that I am having some issues trying to fix. I have a
PC that is running Windows 98SE that connects to the network via a Cisco
Aironet 350 wireless card. I removed this card from another PC and it was
working fine a week and a half ago. I place this card in the other PC and
install the drivers and Novell Client 3.40 and I can't log onto the
network. The PC can associate to the AP though. I can also put in a regular
10/100 ethernet card and get on the network. We use 128-bit WEP encryption.
I have checked my WEP key and it's correct. I have set the client
properties based on another PC that is connected so that shouldn't be the
issue. I have 15 other PC's with the same card and client version that are
getting on the network just fine. Also when we look at our AP through the
web interface, in a column where it usually lists the authenticated
machine's IP addresses, it only says Unassigned for this machine. I am at a
loss of where to go next with this issue. I have been looking around not
only Novell's site but Cisco's as well and no dice there.I would truly
appreciate any help anyone could give me.
Thank You
Jami Benson

On Thu, 25 Jan 2007 14:43:12 GMT, [email protected] wrote:
>> On Wed, 24 Jan 2007 22:10:10 GMT, [email protected] wrote:
>>
>> >I have a unique issue that I am having some issues trying to fix. I have a
>> >PC that is running Windows 98SE that connects to the network via a Cisco
>> >Aironet 350 wireless card. I removed this card from another PC and it was
>> >working fine a week and a half ago. I place this card in the other PC and
>> >install the drivers and Novell Client 3.40 and I can't log onto the
>> >network. The PC can associate to the AP though. I can also put in a regular
>> >10/100 ethernet card and get on the network. We use 128-bit WEP encryption.
>> >I have checked my WEP key and it's correct. I have set the client
>> >properties based on another PC that is connected so that shouldn't be the
>> >issue. I have 15 other PC's with the same card and client version that are
>> >getting on the network just fine. Also when we look at our AP through the
>> >web interface, in a column where it usually lists the authenticated
>> >machine's IP addresses, it only says Unassigned for this machine. I am at a
>> >loss of where to go next with this issue. I have been looking around not
>> >only Novell's site but Cisco's as well and no dice there.I would truly
>> >appreciate any help anyone could give me.
>> >Thank You
>> >Jami Benson
>> By any chance does your Netware network use IPX? (You did say this
>> card was working, but was it for Netware and TCP/IP)
>> Does your system get a IP address? Is it in the same range as other
>> systems?
>> Is the NW client BOUND to the aeronet card?
>>
>Steve,
> We don't use DHCP. We manually assign IP addresses. We do use IPX on the
>network, but it is really only used for printing with the print queues we
>have set up. As to the NW client being bound to the Aironet card, I'm not
>100% sure what you mean. I apologize about that. I am fairly new to
>Netware.
Bound applies to Protocols in general. (W9x versions, Not XP)
Open "Network". (You can right click "Network Neighborhood", select
Properties or use the control panel)
Inspect the "Properties" for each adapter listed on the Configuration
Tab.
Do Not change anything at this time, and ALWAYS choose CANCEL for
safety . Once you have it figured, you will make and save changes :)
There are 3 groups of entries. Clients,Services,Protocols.
You choose to "Bind" a particular protocol(s) to a adapter(part of the
Adapters properties).
Not all protocols need be bound to the SAME adapter (nor is it
desired). Example: Bind PPOE to dial-up, TCP/IP to the Wireless
adapter, IPX to the 10-100T WIRED adapter. << Example, do NOT really
do this.
802.11 wireless DOES NOT support the IPX protocol. If your printers
use IPX (only), then you will need a Print Queue on the server for
that printer and PRINT to that PRINT Q from the wireless (or IP only)
devices.
Ah!
> Also just as a point of interest, if I remove the Novell client
>and use strictly IP with the wireless card in, I still can't get the PC
>connected to either the network nor the internet. I guess I'm saying I'm
>saying I'm not 100% that this is a Novell issue.
Start with getting a Internet connection to work.
That will also indicate that TCP/IP is working.
When you don't use DHCP, you have to do everything (settings)
yourself, CORRECTLY :^)
IP (no clash with existing stations)
Subnet mask, same as every one else on the network.
Gateway the A/P
DNS as needed, one should be your ISP's suggested.
Is the A/P correctly configured for your Non-DHCP network?
*AND* are you sure you have the proper adapter drivers for W98(se)????
>Let me know what you
>think. Thanks for the help so far.
>
>Jami Benson

Unable to connect AE to existing Non Airport wireless Network

HI Im trying to connection my Airport Express to my existing non airport network so i can use airtunes without loosing my internet connection... When i do this in Airport Utility it asks for the network name and password of the network i want to join i enter it and i press continue and then a message comes up saying it cant find the AE any more and that i should reselect it from the list and try again but i cant see it in the airport list to retry it until li do a hard reset on the AE.
Any Ideas

What did you do? I'm having the same problem.

ORA-03135 connecting with Windows 7 via VPN

Can you please help me.
I am unable to connect with Windows 7 clients (x32 also x64) to a database 10.2.0.5 running on a Windows 2008 R2 x64 Server
Oracle Client Version: 10.2.0.3
always raises an ORA-03135 error!!!
But with a Windows XP Clients (same Oracle Client Settings) its working without problems. No connections problems!
We use a SonicWall Firewall where all Traffic (SQLNET,..) is allowed for testing!
CLIENT: SQL.NET ora
SQLNET.AUTHENTICATION_SERVICES= (NONE)
NAMES.DIRECTORY_PATH= (TNSNAMES)
SERVER: SQL.NET ora
SQLNET.AUTHENTICATION_SERVICES= (NONE)
NAMES.DIRECTORY_PATH= (TNSNAMES)
Some Trace Infos:
Oracle Client:
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:997] ntt2err: entry
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:997] ntt2err: soc 1992 error - operation=5, ntresnt[0]=517, ntresnt[1]=54, ntresnt[2]=0
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:997] ntt2err: exit
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:997] nttrd: exit
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:997] nsprecv: error exit
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:997] nserror: entry
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:997] nserror: nsres: id=0, op=68, ns=12547, ns2=12560; nt[0]=517, nt[1]=54, nt[2]=0; ora[0]=0, ora[1]=0, ora[2]=0
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:997] nsrdr: error exit
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:997] snsbitts_ts: entry
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:997] snsbitts_ts: acquired the bit
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:997] snsbitts_ts: normal exit
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:998] snsbitcl_ts: entry
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:998] snsbitcl_ts: normal exit
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:998] snsbitts_ts: entry
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:998] snsbitts_ts: acquired the bit
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:998] snsbitts_ts: normal exit
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:998] nsdo: nsctxrnk=0
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:998] snsbitcl_ts: entry
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:998] snsbitcl_ts: normal exit
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:998] nsdo: error exit
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:998] nioqrc: wanted 1 got 0, type 0
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:998] nioqper: error from nioqrc
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:998] nioqper: ns main err code: 12547
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:998] nioqper: ns (2) err code: 12560
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:998] nioqper: nt main err code: 517
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:998] nioqper: nt (2) err code: 54
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:998] nioqper: nt OS err code: 0
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:998] nioqer: entry
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:998] nioqer: incoming err = 12151
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:998] nioqce: entry
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:998] nioqce: exit
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:998] nioqer: returning err = 3135
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:998] nioqer: exit
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:998] nioqrc: exit
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:998] nioqds: entry
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:998] nioqds: disconnecting...
(1256) [25-NOV-2010 11:23:38:999] nsclose: entry
Server Traces:
nttrd: socket 4172 had bytes read=0
nttrd: exit
nsprecv: error exit
nserror: entry
nserror: nsres: id=0, op=68, ns=12535, ns2=12560; nt[0]=505, nt[1]=60, nt[2]=0; ora[0]=0, ora[1]=0, ora[2]=0
nsrdr: error exit
nsdo: nsctxrnk=0
nsdo: error exit
nioqrc: wanted 1 got 0, type 0
nioqper: error from nioqrc
nioqper: ns main err code: 12535
nioqper: ns (2) err code: 12560
nioqper: nt main err code: 505
nioqper: nt (2) err code: 60
nioqper: nt OS err code: 0
nioqer: entry
nioqer: incoming err = 12151
Server SQLnet.LOG
Fatal NI connect error 12170.
VERSION INFORMATION:
     TNS for 64-bit Windows: Version 10.2.0.5.0 - Production
     Oracle Bequeath NT Protocol Adapter for 64-bit Windows: Version 10.2.0.5.0 - Production
     Windows NT TCP/IP NT Protocol Adapter for 64-bit Windows: Version 10.2.0.5.0 - Production
Tns error struct:
ns main err code: 12535
TNS-12535: TNS:operation timed out
ns secondary err code: 12560
nt main err code: 505
TNS-00505: Operation timed out
nt secondary err code: 60
nt OS err code: 0
Thx

always raises an ORA-03135 error!!!
Server SQLnet.LOG
Fatal NI connect error 12170.
VERSION INFORMATION:
     TNS for 64-bit Windows: Version 10.2.0.5.0 - Production
     Oracle Bequeath NT Protocol Adapter for 64-bit Windows: Version 10.2.0.5.0 - Production
     Windows NT TCP/IP NT Protocol Adapter for 64-bit Windows: Version 10.2.0.5.0 - Production
Tns error struct:
ns main err code: 12535
TNS-12535: TNS:operation timed out
ns secondary err code: 12560
nt main err code: 505
TNS-00505: Operation timed out
nt secondary err code: 60
nt OS err code: 0
ThxThis is network related problem,may be network very slow.When error occur then execute tnsping <netservicename> command and see that happen.

Windows phone security on wireless networks

I am a post-doc at large medical center, and requested access to our secure wireless network due to the nature of my work. I was told by our IT support desk analysts that Windows
Phone is not supported at our medical center (at all), because Windows phones are "too insecure to put on our network." Because of this, I either have to get rid of my brand new Windows Phone to get an android or I will never be allowed to have access
to the secure Wi-Fi as necessary for my job. Any thoughts or suggestions? This seems to be a serious limitation of Windows Phone.

Your support desk is outright lying to you. There is no issue with Windows Phone security on wireless networks, they just don't want to support your phone. It might be possible that Windows Phone doesn't support the particular kind of wireless encryption
that your org uses, but I'm pretty sure that was all solved with Windows Phone 8.
In fact, Windows Phone is more secure in some ways because unlike iOS and Android, you cannot override security certificate problems.

Hi, I was working at home with my iPad, everything was going well. It went out battery and after this I am unable to connect to the wifi at home. Before getting out battery no problem, and now it sees the router signal but it is unable to connect to it.

Hi, I was working at home with my iPad, everything was going well. It went out battery and after this I am unable to connect to the wifi at home. Before getting out battery no problem, and now it sees the router signal but it is unable to connect to it.

Some things to try first:
1. Turn Off your iPad. Then turn Off (disconnect power cord for 30 seconds or longer) the wireless router & then back On. Now boot your iPad. Hopefully it will see the WiFi.
2. Go to Settings>Wi-Fi and turn Off. Then while at Settings>Wi-Fi, turn back On and chose a Network.
3. Change the channel on your wireless router (Auto or Channel 6 is best). Instructions at http://macintoshhowto.com/advanced/how-to-get-a-good-range-on-your-wireless-netw ork.html
4. Go into your router security settings and change from WEP to WPA with AES.
5. Renew IP Address: (especially if you are droping internet connection)
    •    Launch Settings app
    •    Tap on Wi-Fi
    •    Tap on the blue arrow of the Wi-Fi network that you connect to from the list
    •    In the window that opens, tap on the Renew Lease button
6. Potential Quick Fixes When Your iPad Won’t Connect to Your Wifi Network
http://ipadinsight.com/ipad-tips-tricks/potential-quick-fixes-when-your-ipad-won t-connect-to-your-wifi-network/
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Wi-Fi Fix for iOS 6
https://discussions.apple.com/thread/4823738?tstart=240
iOS 6 Wifi Problems/Fixes
How To: Workaround iPad Wi-Fi Issues
http://www.theipadfan.com/workaround-ipad-wifi-issues/
Another Fix For iOS 6 WiFi Problems
http://tabletcrunch.com/2012/10/27/fix-ios-6-wifi-problems-ssid/
Wifi Doesn't Connect After Waking From Sleep - Sometimes increasing screen brightness prevents the failure to reconnect after waking from sleep. According to Apple, “If brightness is at lowest level, increase it by moving the slider to the right and set auto brightness to off.”
Fix For iOS 6 WiFi Problems?
http://tabletcrunch.com/2012/09/27/fix-ios-6-wifi-problems/
Did iOS 6 Screw Your Wi-Fi? Here’s How to Fix It
http://gizmodo.com/5944761/does-ios-6-have-a-wi+fi-bug
How To Fix Wi-Fi Connectivity Issue After Upgrading To iOS 6
http://www.iphonehacks.com/2012/09/fix-wi-fi-connectivity-issue-after-upgrading- to-ios-6.html
iOS 6 iPad 3 wi-fi "connection fix" for netgear router
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XsWS4ha-dn0
Apple's iOS 6 Wi-Fi problems
http://www.zdnet.com/apples-ios-6-wi-fi-problems-linger-on-7000004799/
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How to Boost Your Wi-Fi Signal
http://ipad.about.com/od/iPad_Troubleshooting/a/How-To-Boost-Your-Wi-Fi-Signal.h tm
Troubleshooting a Weak Wi-Fi Signal
http://ipad.about.com/od/iPad_Troubleshooting/a/Troubleshooting-A-Weak-Wi-Fi-Sig nal.htm
How to Fix a Poor Wi-Fi Signal on Your iPad
http://ipad.about.com/od/iPad_Troubleshooting/a/How-To-Fix-A-Poor-Wi-Fi-Signal-O n-Your-iPad.htm
iOS Troubleshooting Wi-Fi networks and connections http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1398
iPad: Issues connecting to Wi-Fi networks http://support.apple.com/kb/ts3304
WiFi Connecting/Troubleshooting http://www.apple.com/support/ipad/wifi/
How to Fix: My iPad Won't Connect to WiFi
http://ipad.about.com/od/iPad_Troubleshooting/ss/How-To-Fix-My-Ipad-Wont-Connect -To-Wi-Fi.htm
iOS: Connecting to the Internet http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1695
iOS: Recommended settings for Wi-Fi routers and access points http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4199
How to Quickly Fix iPad 3 Wi-Fi Reception Problems
http://osxdaily.com/2012/03/21/fix-new-ipad-3-wi-fi-reception-problems/
iPad Wi-Fi Problems: Comprehensive List of Fixes
http://appletoolbox.com/2010/04/ipad-wi-fi-problems-comprehensive-list-of-fixes/
Connect iPad to Wi-Fi (with troubleshooting info)
http://thehowto.wikidot.com/wifi-connect-ipad
Fix iPad Wifi Connection and Signal Issues http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwWtIG5jUxE
Fix Slow WiFi Issue https://discussions.apple.com/thread/2398063?start=60&tstart=0
How To Fix iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch Wi-Fi Connectivity Issue http://tinyurl.com/7nvxbmz
Unable to Connect After iOS Update - saw this solution on another post.
https://discussions.apple.com/thread/4010130
Note - When troubleshooting wifi connection problems, don't hold your iPad by hand. There have been a few reports that holding the iPad by hand, seems to attenuate the wifi signal.
Wi-Fi or Bluetooth settings grayed out or dim
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1559
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If any of the above solutions work, please post back what solved your problem. It will help others with the same problem.
 Cheers, Tom

I have an airport extreme. i am trying to connect a laptop with windows 7 to a wireless printer, with no luck. any ideas?

I have an airport extreme. i am trying to connect a laptop with windows 7 to a wireless printer, with no luck. any ideas?

The problem is not the router.. the issue is the vpn has put your computer in a different IP range with a different gateway. When you turn off the vpn the computer returns to local lan and can print.
Some vpn software allows you to set gateway to use local net instead of remote gateway or access to other webistes or local lan.
Read up the issue.
http://stevejenkins.com/blog/2010/01/using-the-local-default-gateway-with-a-wind ows-vpn-connection/
Cisco vpn client..
https://supportforums.cisco.com/thread/239113
I did not search much.. just grabbed the first article I could find that explains the issue.
The whole point of the vpn is whilst it is connected your computer is NOT part of the Local Lan .. it is part of the Remote LAN via the vpn tunnel.
It is also a security risk using split tunnelling so often it will not be allowed.
Plug the printer directly into the computer via usb or whatever.. Local connection will work.. not local lan.

I have an Airport Extreme, 2 laptops with windows 7 and a wireless HP printer. I can connect the laptops to the printer. Any advise?

I have an Airport Extreme, 2 laptops with windows 7 and a wireless HP printer. I am not able to connect the laptops to the printer. Any advise?

The problem is not the router.. the issue is the vpn has put your computer in a different IP range with a different gateway. When you turn off the vpn the computer returns to local lan and can print.
Some vpn software allows you to set gateway to use local net instead of remote gateway or access to other webistes or local lan.
Read up the issue.
http://stevejenkins.com/blog/2010/01/using-the-local-default-gateway-with-a-wind ows-vpn-connection/
Cisco vpn client..
https://supportforums.cisco.com/thread/239113
I did not search much.. just grabbed the first article I could find that explains the issue.
The whole point of the vpn is whilst it is connected your computer is NOT part of the Local Lan .. it is part of the Remote LAN via the vpn tunnel.
It is also a security risk using split tunnelling so often it will not be allowed.
Plug the printer directly into the computer via usb or whatever.. Local connection will work.. not local lan.

Printer Unable to connect on Windows 8.1 64 bit based Lenovo Laptop.

We have HP LaserJet 3030 all in one printer installed on Windows XP Professional. We are using LAN network to connect the printer on network. But our Printer Unable to connect on Windows 8.1 64 bit based Lenovo Laptop. Also check for windows update for this issue. Please fix this quickly.

Try downloading an installer from the Apple website using a different web browser:
http://www.apple.com/itunes/download/
If you use Firefox instead of IE for the download (or vice versa), do you get a working installer?
If you can't get a working installer via the standard download links, try the following download links instead:
iTunes 11.1.4 for Windows (32-bit) - iTunesSetup.exe
iTunes 11.1.4 for Windows (64-bit) - iTunes64Setup.exe

I have a ipad mini and it says that it has perect wifi yet when i go into safari it says unable to connect with the server how can i fix this?

I have a ipad mini and i have had it for less then a year, it says that i have perfect wifi up in the left corner where the wifi is always at but when ever i go into the built in safari it says that it is unable to connect with the server. How can i fix this because with out it connecting to the server or internet it is kind of useless to me. I do have ios7 if that helps

The wifi symbol only indicates the presence/signal strength of wifi. Not that you are connected.
Some things to try first:
1. Turn Off your iPad. Then turn Off (disconnect power cord for 30 seconds or longer) the wireless router & then back On. Now boot your iPad. Hopefully it will see the WiFi.
2. Go to Settings>Wi-Fi and turn Off. Then while at Settings>Wi-Fi, turn back On and chose a Network.
3. Change the channel on your wireless router (Auto or Channel 6 is best). Instructions at http://macintoshhowto.com/advanced/how-to-get-a-good-range-on-your-wireless-netw ork.html
4. Go into your router security settings and change from WEP to WPA with AES.
5. Renew IP Address: (especially if you are droping internet connection)
    •    Launch Settings app
    •    Tap on Wi-Fi
    •    Tap on the blue arrow of the Wi-Fi network that you connect to from the list
    •    In the window that opens, tap on the Renew Lease button
6. Potential Quick Fixes When Your iPad Won’t Connect to Your Wifi Network
http://ipadinsight.com/ipad-tips-tricks/potential-quick-fixes-when-your-ipad-won t-connect-to-your-wifi-network/
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Fix WiFi Issue for iOS 7
http://ipadnerds.com/fix-wifi-issue-ios-7/
Fix WiFi Issue for iOS 7
http://ipadnerds.com/fix-wifi-issue-ios-7/
iOS 6 Wifi Problems/Fixes
Wi-Fi Fix for iOS 6
https://discussions.apple.com/thread/4823738?tstart=240
How To: Workaround iPad Wi-Fi Issues
http://www.theipadfan.com/workaround-ipad-wifi-issues/
Another Fix For iOS 6 WiFi Problems
http://tabletcrunch.com/2012/10/27/fix-ios-6-wifi-problems-ssid/
Wifi Doesn't Connect After Waking From Sleep - Sometimes increasing screen brightness prevents the failure to reconnect after waking from sleep. According to Apple, “If brightness is at lowest level, increase it by moving the slider to the right and set auto brightness to off.”
Fix For iOS 6 WiFi Problems?
http://tabletcrunch.com/2012/09/27/fix-ios-6-wifi-problems/
Did iOS 6 Screw Your Wi-Fi? Here’s How to Fix It
http://gizmodo.com/5944761/does-ios-6-have-a-wi+fi-bug
How To Fix Wi-Fi Connectivity Issue After Upgrading To iOS 6
http://www.iphonehacks.com/2012/09/fix-wi-fi-connectivity-issue-after-upgrading- to-ios-6.html
iOS 6 iPad 3 wi-fi "connection fix" for netgear router
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XsWS4ha-dn0
Apple's iOS 6 Wi-Fi problems
http://www.zdnet.com/apples-ios-6-wi-fi-problems-linger-on-7000004799/
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How to Boost Your Wi-Fi Signal
http://ipad.about.com/od/iPad_Troubleshooting/a/How-To-Boost-Your-Wi-Fi-Signal.h tm
Troubleshooting a Weak Wi-Fi Signal
http://ipad.about.com/od/iPad_Troubleshooting/a/Troubleshooting-A-Weak-Wi-Fi-Sig nal.htm
How to Fix a Poor Wi-Fi Signal on Your iPad
http://ipad.about.com/od/iPad_Troubleshooting/a/How-To-Fix-A-Poor-Wi-Fi-Signal-O n-Your-iPad.htm
iOS Troubleshooting Wi-Fi networks and connections http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1398
iPad: Issues connecting to Wi-Fi networks http://support.apple.com/kb/ts3304
WiFi Connecting/Troubleshooting http://www.apple.com/support/ipad/wifi/
How to Fix: My iPad Won't Connect to WiFi
http://ipad.about.com/od/iPad_Troubleshooting/ss/How-To-Fix-My-Ipad-Wont-Connect -To-Wi-Fi.htm
iOS: Connecting to the Internet http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1695
iOS: Recommended settings for Wi-Fi routers and access points http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4199
How to Quickly Fix iPad 3 Wi-Fi Reception Problems
http://osxdaily.com/2012/03/21/fix-new-ipad-3-wi-fi-reception-problems/
iPad Wi-Fi Problems: Comprehensive List of Fixes
http://appletoolbox.com/2010/04/ipad-wi-fi-problems-comprehensive-list-of-fixes/
Connect iPad to Wi-Fi (with troubleshooting info)
http://thehowto.wikidot.com/wifi-connect-ipad
10 Ways to Boost Your Wireless Signal
http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2372811,00.asp
Fix iPad Wifi Connection and Signal Issues http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwWtIG5jUxE
Fix Slow WiFi Issue https://discussions.apple.com/thread/2398063?start=60&tstart=0
How To Fix iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch Wi-Fi Connectivity Issue http://tinyurl.com/7nvxbmz
Unable to Connect After iOS Update - saw this solution on another post.
https://discussions.apple.com/thread/4010130
Note - When troubleshooting wifi connection problems, don't hold your iPad by hand. There have been a few reports that holding the iPad by hand, seems to attenuate the wifi signal.
Some Wi-Fi losses may stem from a problematic interaction between Wi-Fi and cellular data connections. Numerous users have found that turning off Cellular Data in Settings gets their Wi-Fi working again.
You may have many apps open which can possibly cause the slowdown and possibly the loss of wifi. In iOS 4-6 double tap your Home button & at the bottom of the screen you will see the icons of all open apps. Close those you are not using by pressing on an icon until all icons wiggle - then tap the minus sign. For iOS 7 users, there’s an easy way to see which apps are open in order to close them. By double-tapping the home button on your iPhone or iPad, the new multitasking feature in iOS 7 shows full page previews of all your open apps. Simply scroll horizontally to see all your apps, and close the apps with a simple flick towards the top of the screen.
Wi-Fi or Bluetooth settings grayed out or dim
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1559
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If any of the above solutions work, please post back what solved your problem. It will help others with the same problem.
 Cheers, Tom

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