you may usually connect to Wi-Fi on your Dell laptop by selecting the Service Set Identifier (SSID) or network name and entering the password. However, there are a few things that can go wrong depending on your router or system configuration.
Here, we will provide a step-by-step guide on connecting your laptop to Wi-Fi. In the end, we will also mention how you may resolve any potential issues that you can encounter during the process.
Before you begin, you need to power on the router, modem, or network extender and ensure the network cables go to their proper ports. Also, make sure you know the SSID (Network name) and the password of the Wi-Fi network.
Step 1: Put Laptop in Router’s Range
Each router or access point has a range where it can properly broadcast the Wi-Fi signal. If your laptop is not in this range, it can’t connect to the network. Apart from that, physical obstructions like walls and doors can alsoweaken the signals. So, you need to ensure that the Dell laptop is close enough to the router or access point.
Also, equipment such as refrigerators, microwave ovens, etc., can also interfere with the Wi-Fi signals due to electromagnetic interference. So, ensure such devices are not interfering with the Wi-Fi signals.
Step 2: Enable Wi-Fi on Dell
Some laptops include physical Wi-Fi switches. You should be able to find them on the sides of the device. If your laptop has such a switch, ensure that it is On.
After that, you need to see if Wi-Fi is enabled in the Dell settings as well.
Depending on your model, the laptop may also have a shortcut to toggle Wi-Fi on one of your function keys.
Step 3: Connect to the Wi-Fi SSID
Now, you may finally connect your laptop to Wi-Fi.
If youcan’t find the SSID on the list, your Router is not configured to broadcast its SSID. In such cases, you need tolog in to the routerportal using an Ethernet connection. Then, search for the necessary setting (usually Wireless SSID broadcast), and set it to Enabled. If you may’t find the option, check official sources for the exact location.
Problems Connecting to Wi-Fi?
If yourlaptop doesn’t connect to the Wi-Fior if the Wi-Fi doesn’t work even after connecting it, you may do a few things to troubleshoot this issue.
