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littleredhen
littleredhen Posts: 3,302 Forumite
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Hi, I just got my dad's computer, a desk top, and I thought when I switched on I would be able to see my wireless router and connect to the internet
My dad had it connected via a bt hub
There are no networks showing and although I thought I was quite savvy I am at a loss as to what to do next
Any help anyone please?
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  • Bollotom
    Bollotom Posts: 957 Forumite
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    Is the computer wireless enabled? You might have connect by wire. Or use your ISPs setup disc.
  • littleredhen
    littleredhen Posts: 3,302 Forumite
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    I am thinking it isn't wireless enabled
    I don't really know
    I had just assumed it was??.
    The mind is like a parachute. It doesn’t work unless it’s open.:o

    A winner listens, a loser just waits until it is their turn to talk:)
  • littleredhen
    littleredhen Posts: 3,302 Forumite
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    I don't have a set up disc it's talk talk you view
    The mind is like a parachute. It doesn’t work unless it’s open.:o

    A winner listens, a loser just waits until it is their turn to talk:)
  • Bollotom
    Bollotom Posts: 957 Forumite
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    Connect it with the cable and you should get a connection then log in to TalkTalk. The password is on the back of the router.

    If the desktop is wireless enabled there's generally a board with a small aerial
  • littleredhen
    littleredhen Posts: 3,302 Forumite
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    I just tried to connect using my wireless router but nothing!
    Unplugged it from tv etc and brought it round to desktop etc
    The mind is like a parachute. It doesn’t work unless it’s open.:o

    A winner listens, a loser just waits until it is their turn to talk:)
  • Oblivion
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    It sounds like the desktop has not got a wireless capability then (not unusual) ... your father probably had it connected to the hub with an Ethernet LAN cable. You need to do the same to connect it to your router.
    ... Dave
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  • littleredhen
    littleredhen Posts: 3,302 Forumite
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    Ok how do I know which cable to buy or is it simple?!
    The mind is like a parachute. It doesn’t work unless it’s open.:o

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  • Oblivion
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    littleredhen wrote: »
    Ok how do I know which cable to buy or is it simple?!


    Something like this, although they do come in a vast variety of length (this one's 20m long so you may want to search for a shorter cable), quality and colour. First check that your desktop and router both have RJ45 LAN sockets.


    http://www.amazon.co.uk/Computer-Services-CAT5e-Ethernet-Network/dp/B000IAJHQ0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1391262437&sr=8-1&keywords=ethernet+cable
    ... Dave
    Happily retired and enjoying my 14th year of leisure
    I am cleverly disguised as a responsible adult.
    Bring me sunshine in your smile
  • I_have_spoken
    I_have_spoken Posts: 5,051 Forumite
    If the PC has USB ports, try one of these - http://www.amazon.co.uk/Edimax-EW-7811UN-150Mbps-Wireless-Adapter/dp/B003MTTJOY/
  • Jnelhams
    Jnelhams Posts: 1,363 Forumite
    Go to Control Panel in Windows, and have a look at what it says under Network and Internet settings, and see if you machine has a wireless adaptor, the adapter may need troubleshooting option run, if not as said before purchase a cheap wifi usb dongle.
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