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Wi-Fi problem Toshiba A15-S157 laptop

Wi-Fi stopped working. The switch is on but the Wi-Fi function is dead. Appears to be a hardware problem. Is the Wi-Fi function on a seperate board or integral in the main board in this computer?

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Were you able to use your wi-fi before you have this problem?

If not, then try pressing FN + F8 . Or try doing a system restore.

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If your laptop has a di-fi switch/button chances are you have one integrated on the main board of the laptop, check if the wi-fi adapter is installed properly by going to the Device Manager and check Network Adapters normally a wi-fi adapter will show up if not check if you have any devices listed under network devices(Network Controller, Ethernet Controller). Now if the wi-fi card is installed and the status on the Device Manager say's that it's working properly, you may now check your laptop for a 3rd pary wi-fi utility/application that manages your connection look for it on the System Tray on the lower right hand side near the clock or go to all programs and look for any WLAN utility, when you open the utility make sure the wi-fi radio is turned on or enabled.

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