advent laptop problem

Gadge_2

will need the model number and what version of the bios you have
you can see this when it boots up and says something like..
pheonix bios v4

or something like that

spurs1234

I didnt say reinstall the drivers i said reinstall (restore) windows , i get this all the time with customers machines , it just sounds like a windows issue , wipe it clean and start again i takes less time than trying to fix it...

Browntoa

For a simpler way to do this, download and run the file upnpoff.reg to disable the PNP services. To restore them to their default states download and run upnpon.reg.

perhaps just plug and play is corrupted

cd02

sorry sprus i meant i had already re-installed windows (resotred it), just didn't make that clear, my bad.

Browntoa, tried the 2 things you posted, no luck..

Gadge_2

is the advent your only way of accessing the net

can you post your model number

and your BIOS version

will have a look for an update when you do

Gadge_2

http://www.pcservicecall.co.uk/layout.aspx?ID={d46fd591-115b-4be9-977a-8abb6178c496}&CatID=!!229345a6-f751-48f7-b86a-ad1181e85b8b}

this site lists advent computers drivers, you will need to go a bit further and follow their instructions,
However a point to note is whilst in the progress of flashing the BIOS there should be a point where you will be asked if you want to BACKUP your BIOS, I would advise you to take this option, as the last thing you want to happen is that the new BIOS does not take and you are left with an ashtray!.

as ever back up your data before attempting anything like this

best of luck