Set up ad hoc network, now can't connect to internet


  1. MarkPhil
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    Windows 7 32 bit
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    Set up ad hoc network, now can't connect to internet


    I tried setting up an ad hoc network between 2 computers. I was trying to share a cd drive in order to install office 2010 (didn't work, had to move it on a thumb drive).

    Anyway, now neither of the computers that were connected to the ad hoc network can connect to the internet. My wireless network shows up in my list of available networks, the signal strength is fine, but when I hit "connect" it just says, "Windows was unable to connect to [name of network]."

    When I run the diagnostic tool it says "problem with wireless adapter or access point." I've tried rebooting the computer, re-installing the adapter (from manufacturer website), and removing and adding the wireless network (via "manage wireless networks"), all to no avail.

    Machine: HP tx2513
    OS: Windows 7 Professional
    Wireless Adapter: Broadcom 4321AG

    Any suggestions?
    Last edited by MarkPhil; 16 Aug 2011 at 00:57.
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  3. wilywombat
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    Hi MarkPhil, welcome to sevenforums. Try rebooting your router
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  4. MarkPhil
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    That did it, thanks! I didn't think it was the router because my other computer was connected just fine. Shows what I know. . .

    Thanks for your help.
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  6. wilywombat
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    Glad to hear it worked, come back again soon.
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  7. neoray
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    the problem lies in ip4 setting of ur lan
    go to network n sharing center
    click on lan
    click on properties
    ip4
    make both values to obtain automaticaly



    there u go
    best of luck
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