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New Computer Wifi
I am throwing up the white flag here. Usually I can mange to figure out connectivity issues after some online troubleshooting. However, after a week of trying to figure this out...I'm begging for h...
I don't want to jump the gun here...but I think I figured it out. After searching the web regarding my motherboard wifi, it appears simply changing a wifi configuration setting was all it took. If so, I'm going to take a cold shower and drink some wine.
Pic attached of the change from 802.11n/ac from ac to n. I feel both stupid and smarter at the same time.
I am about to reconfigure the Orbi since I (needlessly) factory reset it. Fingers crossed!
Also, I just tested the Bluetooth with my headphones. Interestingly, the PC "pairs" with the headphones. However, the headphones do not aknowledge the pairing. The PC shows "paired" but the headphones do not connect. No audio or "connected to..."
I am wondering if this increases the likelyhood that the network adapter is the issue. I'm debating just opening up the PC and removing/reinstalling the adapter....or just purchasing a new/better one?