USB Wireless adapter not starting on startup

Question

I use a usb wireless adapter with my Inspiron 531 desktop.  Every time I start Vista the wireless adapter doesn't connect / switch on.  I always have to unplug it and then plug it in again, then all works fine - connects straight away to my router.  Does anyone know what the problem might be?   Thanks

volcano11 · Answer

The problem is probably Vista.  Do you have the latest Vista compatible drivers for the USB wireless adapter?  Which make and model wireless adapter is it?   Steve

Skaramanga · Answer

It just shows up in device manager as 802.11 USB Wireless LAN Adapter and manufactured by Silicon Integrated Systems Corp.   Its actually one that I bought from Orange, and it says Thompson on the adapter

volcano11 · Answer

Have you tried contacting Orange to see if they have the latest Vista compatible drivers for that adapter?   Steve

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USB Wireless adapter not starting on startup

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