Wifi "unable to connect", but only sometimes

ok so since i have had my iphone replaced (3g with 3.0), my wifi will connect randomly at home, and when it disconnects, (like putting it into sleep mode), i will go to wifi settings and try to connect to my home connection, but am only given the message "unable to connect to linksys". this is very odd because my iphone will connect by itself to my wifi connection without problems, only, i have no idea when this will happen. it randomly connects to wifi by itself.

Yes, this is widely reported 'feature' of 3.0. There are many current threads that may or may not help you (probably not.) Hopefully spotty WiFi will be fixed in the next firmware version.
John F

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Thank you for using Apple Support Communities.
For more information, take a look at:
iOS: Troubleshooting Wi-Fi networks and connections
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts1398
Unable to connect to a Wi-Fi network
Verify that you're attempting to connect to your desired Wi-Fi network.
Make sure you're entering your Wi-Fi password correctly. Passwords may be case sensitive and may contain numbers or special characters.
Reset network settings by tapping Settings > General > Reset > Reset Network Settings. Note: This will reset all network settings including:
previously connected Wi-Fi networks and passwords
recently used Bluetooth accessories
VPN and APN settings
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http://tabletcrunch.com/2012/09/27/fix-ios-6-wifi-problems/
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http://www.iphonehacks.com/2012/09/fix-wi-fi-connectivity-issue-after-upgrading- to-ios-6.html
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XsWS4ha-dn0
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http://www.zdnet.com/apples-ios-6-wi-fi-problems-linger-on-7000004799/
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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
WiFi Connecting/Troubleshooting http://www.apple.com/support/ipad/wifi/
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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
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http://osxdaily.com/2012/03/21/fix-new-ipad-3-wi-fi-reception-problems/
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http://appletoolbox.com/2010/04/ipad-wi-fi-problems-comprehensive-list-of-fixes/
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How To Fix iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch Wi-Fi Connectivity Issue http://tinyurl.com/7nvxbmz
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