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aebert1002
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Oct 18, 2016
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Connection Was Unsuccessful - Windows 7 using Netgear WG111v3 Wireless-G USB Adapter

Hi, I'm having issues connecting to my wifi, and I'm hoping someone can help me out. So I'll get right to it.

Computer: Gateway DX4831 64-bit desktop using Windows 7 Home Premium.
Wireless adapter: Netgear WG111v3 Wireless-G USB Adapter
Wireless router: Netgear DGN2200

Problem: When I attempt to connect to my wireless network, I get a message stating "The connection was unsuccessful. This computer currently has limited connectivity to snowboarder [my SSID]."

According to Device Manager, the wireless adapter is working properly. I attempted to download the driver from Netgear's website, but did not want to install properly on my computer. I found a driver that is supposed to be compatible with Windows 7 and installed it. However, this did not solve the issue.

The wireless network is working on all of my other devices, and I can see that is has a fairly strong signal. I've updated my router. Restarted my computer. Disabled and enabled the Local Area Connection and Local Area Connection 2 (per the suggestions I read in another forum).
I've gone into the Wireless Network Connection Properties and unchecked the "Symantec Network Security Intermediate Filter Driver". Tried forgetting my SSID, restarting and reconnecting.
I've renewed my IP address. I've literally spent hours on this to no avail. I would be so grateful for any help! Thank you :)
 
 
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  • JamesGL's avatar
    JamesGL
    Oct 20, 2016

    Hi aebert1002,


    Try changing the security mode of your router to WEP and check if it will connect. Most probably the security is not supported by your adapter since it is an old adapter.

     

    JamesGL
    Community Team

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  • JamesGL's avatar
    JamesGL
    Master
    Oct 20, 2016

    Hi aebert1002,


    Try changing the security mode of your router to WEP and check if it will connect. Most probably the security is not supported by your adapter since it is an old adapter.

     

    JamesGL
    Community Team

  • JamesGL's avatar
    JamesGL
    Master
    Oct 24, 2016

    Hi aebert1002,

     

    We’d greatly appreciate hearing your feedback letting us know if the information we’ve provided has helped resolve your issue or if you need further assistance.

     

    If your issue is now resolved we encourage you to mark the appropriate reply as the “Accepted Solution” so others can be confident in benefiting from the solution. The Netgear community looks forward to hearing from you and being a helpful resource in the future!
     

     

    JamesGL
    Community Team