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Why can't I connect my HP laptop to wifi and access the net ? Even though the connection is already connected?

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  • Matt
    Lv 4
    1 decade ago
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    If you have low signal, it might have trouble obtaining an IP address so that you can go online.

    Try "Repairing" in XP, or "Diagnose and Repair" in Vista/7. Then, [if available,] choose "Automatically Obtain New IP Address" hope this helps

    ~Matt

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