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TonyMemphis
Oct 20, 2025Tutor
Win11 "Can't connect to this network" error
I just switched over to fiber from ATT DSL (used their Pace modem/router). I bought a Nighthawk BE9300 to sue with our new service. I have connected three very new HP laptops, phones, tv's et...
CrimpOn
Oct 20, 2025Guru - Experienced User
TonyMemphis wrote:USB stick option is nice in that I don't have to tear open the laptop.
These new WiFi modules are SO easy to replace. What is the model number of the HP Pavilion laptop?
- TonyMemphisOct 21, 2025Tutor
I'm not sure. It is out in my shop. It is probably 4 years old or so? Can't remember. I remembered today that I had to send it back immediately after I received it because wifi didn't work. Interesting. It has been temperamental over the years.
I have changed the cards out (batteries and drives too) in our older Pavilions. Not too bad. I was thinking though, that the USB stick might be a better option. This laptop is a shop laptop. Said shop is a small building out back. I have been using an extender to get the signal out there (with the ATT Pacer router). My hope is that with the external antennas, I can eliminate the extender in the middle. I'll see what happens.
- FURRYe38Oct 21, 2025Guru - Experienced User
I tried to replace a internal wifi card on my pavilion g6 from 2012. Won't let me. LOL. Said card was not supported at the BIOS screen and it had to be removed. I guess laptop is just too old. LOL. So will end up finding a USB adapter for it though the old wifi card still works, just up to N mode supporting is all. Some laptops can be particular and specific on what can be upgraded. Unless desktop PCs. :o)