Wi-fi router is a device designed for wireless Internet distribution. The advantage of this device is its portability. The absence of a cable significantly expands the boundaries of Internet use and increases the number of gadgets that can connect to the network.
Incorrect router configuration
The main and most popular reason for the failure of a router is its incorrect configuration. It is produced using the disc that comes with the router, or through a web browser. To configure via a disk, connect the cable intended for transferring the network to the router, connect it with the communication cable, which is also included in the kit, with a personal computer, insert the disk into the disk drive and follow the instructions to set up the connection.
To configure the router via a web browser, enter the network address "192.168.1.1" in the search bar. A window will appear in which you must enter your username and password. If the settings are basic and have not been changed by the user, then the login and password will be the same. Enter "user" or "admin" on both lines. One thing is sure to do. Next, the router control panel will open. In some models, it is completely in English. The language can usually be changed in the upper right corner.
The presence of the Russian language depends on the firmware version.
Click on the "Internet Connection Settings" tab and set all the parameters of your provider. Reboot your router. Then call the technical support for your network and ask the operator to register the router. After a while, the Internet will appear.
Malfunction of the network card of the router
The next reason is a malfunction of the network card in the router. It could burn out due to a power surge. However, the router can work freely and show no signs of malfunction, but the computer will not connect to the network. To diagnose this problem, connect your PC directly with a cable. Call the operator and ask them to check the connection. If it is active, then the router is definitely faulty.
The best place to replace the network card is at a service center.
Lack of network card drivers
It is possible that the problem is not in the router itself. Wi-fi may not work due to the lack of drivers for the computer's network card. You can update or install new drivers using a special program, for example, "Driver Solution" or using technical support, which is located on the manufacturer's website. The first method is the simplest. All that is required is to install the program and run it. It will automatically detect the device on which to install or update the driver.
The complexity of the second method is that you will have to look for everything yourself. Usually on the website of all manufacturers there is almost the same algorithm of actions. The tab on the start page "Technical support" => "Device drivers" => "Type of product used" => "Series and model" => "Type of operating system" => "Select drivers". Most often they are divided into groups for each device. Download the one you want, install it, restart your computer and Wi-fi will appear.
