Solved Will not connect automatically to router

[Dreamhunter]

I am using Win7 Ultimate and can not connect to my router automatically. I can connect manually after I enter the network security key.

I click to 'connect automatically', but Win7 does not remember.

Sure would like some suggestions.

 

[Roderunner]

Hi Dreamhunter, welcome to Seven Forums.
Try this:-
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Step 1. Close all applications that use the network — browsers, e-mail, chat, video, weather, and any other app
that might be automatically updated in the background.
Step 2. Click Start, type device manager in the Search box, then press Enter.
Step 3. Browse to the list of devices and click to expand the Network adapters section.
Step 4. Right-click on the first adapter under Network adapters and click Uninstall. Windows will ask whether you
want to remove the associated device drivers; say no, you want to keep the device driver. Repeat for all network
adapters on your system under Network adapters.
Step 5. Close Device Manager.
Step 6. Reboot.
When you reboot, Windows will think it’s found new networking hardware and will set up fresh connections. By
the end of the reboot, your Network should be back and running in streamlined, trouble-free form.

 

[2xg]

Welcome to SF,

See if this Post helps:
http://www.sevenforums.com/1581530-post4.html

An update will be appreciated.

 

[Dreamhunter]

Sorry for the delay in replying, but I was on the road without my PC for a couple of days.

I uninstalled the PCI network adapters before I left and when I returned this morning, I started the PC and both Adapters were reinstalled automatically without any input from me.

I still have to 'view available networks' and then connect each time with the security code.

Any more suggestions?

 

[Dreamhunter]

I am now in a location with another WI-FI connection and I have the same problem with both.

Also have another strange problem in that my WIN 7 machine just disconnects from the network without any warning.

I can stay connected all day through my cell phone, but when I use the network system in the WIN 7 program, I have the problem.

Help!!

 

[Roderunner]

Also have another strange problem in that my WIN 7 machine just disconnects from the network without any warning.
Help!!

If this is a wired connection, make sure router is as per your ISP's specs, especially the MTU.
(Maximum Transfer Units)

 

[2xg]

I would find the latest driver for your network adapter from the manufacturer's site.

I uninstalled the PCI network adapters before I left and when I returned this morning, I started the PC and both Adapters were reinstalled automatically without any input from me.

I am now in a location with another WI-FI connection and I have the same problem with both.

Also, restart your computer, tap F8 and select Safe Mode with Networking. See if you're able to replicate your issue here.

Another update of your progress will be nice.

 

[Dreamhunter]

Both of these connections are wireless.

Today, I have been able to stay connected for several hours through the camp grounds wireless system.

One of the wireless connections is to an RV camp ground and the other is to the router in my motorhome.

I am only connected to one or the other. My router is for my in house wireless between PCs.

 

[2xg]

Next time that you attempt to connect to your own SSID again, pls. try removing all the wireless network profiles in your computer, then try to reconnect again to your wireless network with the correct network key typed in.

A tutorial on how to remove wireless networks:
http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/120670-wireless-network-remove.html

How to connect to your wireless network:
http://www.7tutorials.com/how-connect-wireless-networks

 

[Dreamhunter]

I installed the latest drivers last night.

Then, I have uninstalled the wireless networks with device manager, restarted the computer and the network adapter reinstalled automatically.When I connected to the wireless network, i checked 'connect automatically'.

The next rime I started the computer, the network was NOT connected.

I even started in safe mode, connected to the network and checked 'connect automatically'. Then restarted in normal mode and the network was not connected.

I guess I am going to have to live with it as I have some other tings to do.

Thanks for your suggestions.

 

[Sub Styler]

I think this time 2xg was talking about the connections not the adaptors, (see his first link) and I do believe under the connection properties somewhere there is a list of preferred networks and an option to connect to preferred connections automaticly.

 

[2xg]

You are absolutely correct Sub Styler. Thanks for the confirmation.

I think this time 2xg was talking about the connections not the adaptors, (see his first link) and I do believe under the connection properties somewhere there is a list of preferred networks and an option to connect to preferred connections automaticly.

Dreamhunter - Pls follow the directions on those 2 links that I have provided in Post No. 9.

Another update will be appreciated.

 

[Dreamhunter]

I tried both suggestions and these are the results.

When I try to delete a network on the 'basic network information' page using a right click on the networks name, nothing happens, a left click give me the connection status.

When I go to Manage wireless networks, there are no networks listed to remove, even though I am connected to one. Then when I try to add a network, I enter all the correct info (I did this for both networks available) I get a box stating "Access is denied".

Fortunately I can get connected by going to the systray and connecting to a network. If I could not do that, I could not send and receive these messages.

Do you have any other ideas?

 

[Roderunner]

Dreamhunter, I waited to see if others could give a successful answer to your problem as I had similar recently. Here's what I did.
First, connect your wireless pc to the router with a cable, change the SSID & Password, making sure the encryption type is compatible for your adapter. Power off the pc, power off the router, wait 1 minute and restart it, waiting till all lights show connected then restart your pc, enter new password. Now if it works, old connections can be trashed.

 

[2xg]

If you had a stable connection thru another Wi-Fi location, the issue might be coming from your own wireless network. Can be interference...... Try changing the wireless channel to either 1, 6 or 11 from your router. See which one you can get a steady connection.

Also, updating the router's firmware to the latest will be a great idea. You may download it from the manufacturer's site. Use a wired connection to install the firmware.

Today, I have been able to stay connected for several hours through the camp grounds wireless system.

 

[Dreamhunter]

Roderunner, I can not connect a cable as the WI-FI antenna is several hundred feet from me.

2xg, I can not change the channels as the WI-FI router does not belong to me.

I am connecting with a Linksys Wireless-G PCI adapter model WMP54G that is plugged into my motherboard. I have an external antenna to give me greater range.

This adapter worked great with XP SP3, but when I reformatted my hard drive to do a clean install of Win7, I started having this problem so I am sure it is Win7 caused.

Thanks for the suggestions.

 

[aem]

When I connected to the wireless network, i checked 'connect automatically'.

The next rime I started the computer, the network was NOT connected.

Are you using a third party software to connect or Windows built in software?

Could be a conflict. If using thirdparty software disable it and use Windows. And then try the other way around.

 

[2xg]

I was going to add in my previous post asking if you own the router, I was too late.

Anyway, let's see if there's really a signal issue, perhaps we can recommend some high-gain device.
Install and run Xirrus Wi-Fi Inspector.
Click on the 'Show Networks' to display all wireless networks on the xirrus icon on your desktop if you have one running in a corner. Tap the Printscreen key on your keyboard, open up Paint then choose Edit from the Menu and select Paste, then SAVE it. Upload and attached it here.

 

[Dreamhunter]

2xg, I know it is not a signal strength problem as I have the same problem with my own in-RV router that is 10 feet from the PC, but I am not using it for internet connection any more, just in-RV connection to other PCs when needed. The campground signal shows all bars lighted.

In answer to aem, I am using Windows 7 software, not any third party.

 

[2xg]

Can be an interference? Can you please post the Xirrus snap shot, so that we'll find out.