Wifi disconnect issue w new Mac

I bought a new Mac about a week ago. Right away I started experiencing wifi disconnect issues. I called customer support line and they had me reset the eprom. I don't recall the key sequence now. The problem went away for a week but has now returned. Is this a hardware quality issue?

right my friend, you know this is not an uncommon issue with mac, all my macs have the same issue (macbook, mac pro, mac mini and older imac), i disconnect the wifi and reconnect to sole the issue. it depends alot on what you have thats goign on around you, if there is a lot of wireless networks in your area then this might cause the issue. i improved this problem using a time machine and set the wireless to 5ghz only - it helped. i also bought an airport express to strengthen the network and touchwood this is a rare problem for me now!
try moving the modem around in case it this - ensure its not on the floor or touching the floor, there are many tips for improving modem connections look on youtube
however the sequence for this is on
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1379

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