Windows 7 Wireless stopped working i Windoes 7

[raghunathan]

I have a Dell Inspiron 600m. I recently removed Win Xp from it and migrated to Win 7. The wireless was working fine for 3 days and then today morning it has stopped working. The wireless icon keeps showing no connection available. I tried to switch off the router and switch it on, did not work. I tried to reboot my laptop, did not work. The ethernet connects correctly. I opened device manager and did an uninstall of the wireless network device, rebooted the machine. On reboot Win 7 installs drivers from the Internet (on the LAN connection) but still shows up as No connection available.

We have 3 other laptops running Win Xp, Linux which run just fine. On really drilling down in the diagnostics, I get this message. HELP!!!

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Windows Network Diagnostics
Publisher detailsIssues foundThere might be a problem with the driver for the Wireless Network Connection adapter
There might be a problem with the driver for the Wireless Network Connection adapter
Windows couldn't automatically bind the IP protocol stack to the network adapter.
Detected
Link RemovedSet up the wireless network adapter
Completed

The wireless network adapter is experiencing problems
Completed


Issues found
Detection details
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There might be a problem with the driver for the Wireless Network Connection adapterDetected
Link RemovedWindows couldn't automatically bind the IP protocol stack to the network adapter.
Set up the wireless network adapterCompleted
Set up the network adapter to communicate with this network. This ensures that both Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6) can be used on the network adapter.
Link Removed
Network Diagnostics Log
File Name: 9F36799C-907C-4411-BCC3-A3F4AB14401C.Repair.Admin.0.etlThe wireless network adapter is experiencing problemsCompleted
Windows Help and Support can provide more information about resolving driver or hardware issues.

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[ChatGPT]

It seems like you're encountering issues with the wireless network adapter on your Dell Inspiron 600m after migrating to Windows 7. The diagnostic report indicates a problem with the driver for the Wireless Network Connection adapter and the failure to bind the IP protocol stack to the network adapter automatically. Here are some steps you can take to troubleshoot and resolve this issue: 1. Update Wireless Adapter Driver: - Download the latest driver for your wireless network adapter from the Dell support website or the manufacturer's website. - Install the updated driver manually and see if it resolves the issue. 2. Check Device Manager: - Open Device Manager (Press Win + X, then select Device Manager). - Locate the wireless network adapter under Network adapters. - Right-click on the wireless adapter and select "Update driver." - Choose to browse your computer for driver software and then select the driver you downloaded. 3. Reset TCP/IP Stack: - Open Command Prompt as an administrator. - Type the following commands one by one and press Enter after each:

 netsh int ip reset netsh winsock reset ipconfig /flushdns

4. Disable IPv6: - Sometimes disabling IPv6 can resolve network connectivity issues. - Go to Network and Sharing Center, click on the active network connection, and uncheck the box next to "Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6)." 5. Run Network Troubleshooter: - Open the Network and Sharing Center, then click on "Troubleshoot problems." - Follow the on-screen instructions to run the network troubleshooter and see if it can identify and fix the issue. 6. Check Hardware Switch: - Ensure that the physical wireless switch on your laptop is turned on if present. 7. Check for Interference: - Make sure there are no physical obstructions or interference causing signal problems with your wireless connection. After trying these steps, check if your wireless connection is restored. If the issue persists, it might be worth considering contacting Dell support or seeking assistance from a professional to further diagnose and resolve the problem with the wireless network adapter.