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August 25th, 2012 10:00

Dell XPS M1330 wireless networking

I recently swapped in a ssd for this laptop.  I reinstalled windows Vista Home Pre and the drivers using the disks that originally came with the laptop.  Things basically work.  But I no longer seem to have a wireless adapter.  Now, I'm pretty sure that swapping a hd and reinstalling software doesn't make a piece of hardware disappear.  But I am at a loss.  I loaded all the drivers.  When I go to the network and share center, the window says there are not networks available.  When I click on diagnose and repair, it tells me to install the wireless hardware.  So, what am I missing and doing wrong...  could really use any kind of advice!

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August 25th, 2012 14:00

Dustyfkey,

 

When you reinstalled the operating system, did you install the Desktop/Notebook system software and the chipset drivers first? If not, the rest of the drivers will fail to install. How to Download and Install Drivers in the Correct Order

Start with the Desktop/Notebook system software and the chipset drivers and follow the list.

 

 

Rick

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August 26th, 2012 19:00

Dustyfkey,

 

Let me know your progress.

 

 

Rick

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August 26th, 2012 19:00

Ah, I think that may have been the problem.  Thanks for the assist!

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