Wireless (Wifi) Troubleshooting:
Wireless
technology is available in most devices now from laptops to televisions. At
times you may experience some problems with these types of connections. This
is a quick reference guide to help you rule out some possible problems and
correct others.
Wireless connections work over a short-range radio spectrum and broadcast
your data via radio waves from your device to your wireless access point.
The typical wireless access point is a router connected to your high-speed
connection's modem or it might even be built into the modem itself..
This access point should be located somewhere close to the center of the
area you wish to use your wireless connection for best performance. The
further you move away from this device the weaker the signal will become. If
possible the device should also be located above your intended usage area as
well to help disperse the signal..
For most homes, having the wireless access point near your modem will
work just fine, but there are other things to consider as well.. For best
access, make sure your wireless access point is not near any large
appliances or electronics, microwave ovens, cordless phone receivers or
AM/FM radios. While all these products are designed to not interfere with
each other some issues can still be present that will disrupt your wireless
signal.
If your wireless connection is still not connecting or behaving slowly, try
these next steps: