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You’ve just replaced a broken MiniPCI wireless card in your laptop with a new identical model, but now you’ve found that none of your wireless networks can be seen from the Windows network browser. Which of these is the most likely reason for this problem?

A) The new adapter is also faulty

B) Your laptop needs a new driver

C) The adapter is not a wireless adapter

D) The wireless antenna is not properly connected to the adapter

E) This wireless network would work much better if you connected to it with a cable


The answer: D) The wireless antenna is not properly connected to the adapter

While working with the delicate antenna wires, it’s very easy to become detached from the adapter. You also want to be very careful not to break the wires when working inside other parts of your laptop!

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