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I have been unable to connect to the wireless. Linksys has changed the configuration to "N" and have gone thrugh several other options but still cannot connect. Kindle has not be able to determine the problem either. I actually returned the one I had and replaced it with another and am having the same problem.

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The Kindle connects to WiFi networks supporting standards 802.11b and g. If your router is configured to use 802.11n exclusively, the Kindle cannot establish a connection. However, you should be able set up your router to "mixed" mode or "b+g+n operation".

The exact procedure and naming of the option depends on your router's model name. If you cannot figure it out yourself, feel free to add a comment to this solution, providing the model name and version of your LinkSys router, and I'll probably be able to give you further advice.
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