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Lost wifi Signal
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I agree, WEP is not secure but the first thing we need to figure out is the signal issue, then we can worry about security settings
To the op, WPAv2 is just the type of security and encryption protocol.[FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]"The internet is a great way to get on the net."
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Apreciar - A couple of websites to read on wireless security, if you're interested:
http://support.netgear.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/1141/~/what-is-wep-encryption-for-wireless-networks%3F
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows7/Set-up-a-security-key-for-a-wireless-network
The PSK just stands for Pre-Shared Key and means that you supply a key (passphrase) on the router which you then type in to each individual device that wants to connect to it.If my post hasn't helped you, then don't click the 'Thanks' button!0 -
MercilessKiller wrote: »I agree, WEP is not secure but the first thing we need to figure out is the signal issue, then we can worry about security settings
To the op, WPAv2 is just the type of security and encryption protocol.
Yes yes yes please, still no further with this problem. My phone tries to connect it identifies the router but straight away disconects.Change is here to stay0 -
Did you try a different Wi-Fi channel as suggested earlier?If my post hasn't helped you, then don't click the 'Thanks' button!0
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Which version of Kindle is it?
If it is the Kindle 3rd generation (2011), then it should support WPA2. I'm not sure about the previous generations.
Did you change the password when you switched from WEP to WPA2?If my post hasn't helped you, then don't click the 'Thanks' button!0 -
It's one of two things.
1) router antenna faulty
2) something very strong interfering
You got any other routers lying about where you can unscrew their antenna and screw it in kace of your current one?[FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]"The internet is a great way to get on the net."
- Bob Dole, Republican presidential candidate[/FONT]0 -
MercilessKiller wrote: »It's one of two things.
1) router antenna faulty
2) something very strong interfering
You got any other routers lying about where you can unscrew their antenna and screw it in kace of your current one?
Doubt if this is the problem I am sitting next to the router and PC.Change is here to stay0 -
Which version of Kindle is it?
If it is the Kindle 3rd generation (2011), then it should support WPA2. I not sure about the previous generations.
Did you change the password when you switched from WEP to WPA2?
Yes it is Kindle 3.3. After I changed to wpa2 and still had no joy I have temorarily switched back to wep just while I sort out the problem. If WE ever do!!!!!Change is here to stay0 -
Not sure if you have already tried this, but try deleting the password in the router and re-entering it again. Remember to click Save/Apply.
It may have inadvertently been changed previously and that is why you may not be able to connect.If my post hasn't helped you, then don't click the 'Thanks' button!0
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