Windows 7 on Mac 10.6 cannot connect to wireless router

We have just installed Windows 7 on our new MacBook; it is partitioned, obviously; and we can't connect to the internet. We have a wireless router (and are using ATT, if that makes a difference), which works fine for the Mac side of things. We just had a 1 on 1 session at a Mac store, and had the necessary software update(s) installed to make Windows 7 run, which it seems to do -- except for connecting to the internet. The message Windows gives us is "you are not connected". BIG HELP!!! So what don't I know?
When I try to connect, it lists the wireless network (ours). As far as I know, the proper information about the router, including the password, has been input.
Fred J.

Hi,
Go to the Sierra website and look for their supporrt area. I did see Mac OS compatibiity, but it doesn't mention Snow Leopard. Most likely they haven't updated their software/hardware for 10.6
The only mention of Mac OS here is 10.4. That was Tiger, two operating systems back from Snow Leopard.
http://www.sierrawireless.com/resources/documents/support/2130853Watcher_QSG_for_Mac_OS_10.4.xv1.2.pdf
Carolyn

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