Trouble with Intel PRO/Wireless 3945

Question

Greetings, kind people. I just received a few days ago a lovely new Dell Inspiron E1505 that, unfortunately, seems to hate me. I will not discuss it's many petty little quirks but get straight to the big problem: my wireless internet isn't working.  I have a Intel PRO/Wireless 3945; when I turn the computer on, it connects to the internet right away, then, after a few minutes, disconnects and says that my wifi is off even though I do, in fact, have it turned on. I do realize that this message sounds identical to another one posted in this forum not too long ago, and the solution was to download a new driver. I was giddy when I saw that post---in fact, I felt like popping with pure joy. But, no, my problems were not fated to be solved that easily. I downloaded the new driver, but, during set-up, it got to the point, 'Repairing Components: Wireless LAN Adapter Driver', then stopped. It's been at that point, for, I don't know, about five hours now, and I'm seeing no progress. Unfortunately, the warranty I purchased does not cover software help, and I have no driver CDs, so I feel rather stuck. If anyone could provide some advice on this problem before I smash my computer into pieces so small that fleas can use them for salad bowls, I would VERY much appreciate it. ~*Sarah* Afterthought: I realize this has no place in the Wireless forum, but, since I'm here, I'll give it a pop: does anyone know how to get rid of spyware that advertises spyware blocker? I swear, it's like exhtortion: download our spyware, and we'll stop bothering you! I'm sure there's some sort of law in the books against that, don't you think? Oh well. There are worse things in life (For instance, when one's wireless internet won't work. Man, that's the worst...)

bacillus · Answer

I usually uninstall my wireless software in control panel>add|remove programs before installing an updated driver.

byrdj · Answer

I am also having the same issue with this 3945ABG - I can not find a person to help me / still searching. I've contacted Dell rep and Intel rep >> they are working on a case but you should do the same b/c this is a major issue.

SeraAmadisss · Answer

Hm...okay, well, I tried uninstalling the old driver, and the new one reinstalled alright, but...no, it's still not working.

Yeah, I contacted Dell about the problem, but they said that it wasn't covered under my warranty and I'd have to pay them 140 bucks. I don't see that happening in the near future, I'm flat broke as it is. I'm almost considering seeing if I can return the darn thing and buying something else...too bad, really. I mean, on paper, this laptop is GREAT, perfect for what I need. But when it comes to its actual performance....well, I just think it hates me. Anyways. Thanks for the advice anyways, people, and hopefully I'll still find some sort of way to get this fixed....

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