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MSI Wind WiFi Problem?

Abe Olandres Editor-in-chief August 13, 2008 · 1 min read

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Was fixing the built-in wifi device of the MSI Wind for several hours now to no avail. The problem is that the wifi just wouldn’t detect any wireless connections even if you’re already beside the router.

I’ve already searched for related problems and read on forums that there’s a sizable number of MSI Wind owners are having the similar problmes with the wifi.

MSI Wind Wifi Problem

I’ve also tried re-installing the device drivers as well as downloading and running the latest version from MSI’s website. Still nothing.

MSI Wind Wifi Problem

The system seems to be registering the right hardware but the wifi just could not detect any signal (AP). I’m thinking of several work-around — like looking for older versions of the driver, running a 3rd party wifi manager, among others.

MSI Wind Wifi Problem

Any other MSI Wind owners here that can share some info regarding the wifi? Maybe also check the driver version you are using. Or point me to a downloadable wifi drivers I can use for Windows.

For the meantime, I’m hooking up my spare Linksys USB WiFi dongle into the Wind (I knew that dongle will be very useful one day).

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74 Comments

Paul · 14 years ago

It seems pretty common place. You will have to disable Windowsâ€™ wireless (Wireless 0) and use Realtekâ€™s wireless utility which isnâ€™t enabled/installed by default.

Here is the optimal solution to this problem (I suggest this post be stuck at the top of the board by a moderator):

1) Ensure wireless is enabled by pressing Fn+F11

2) Under Network Connections, Right Click the Wireless Connection and go to Properties.

3) Under the â€œWireless Networksâ€ tab, UNCHECK â€œUse Windows to configure my network connectionsâ€

4) Download the latest driver from http://global.msi.com.tw/index.php?func=downloaddetail&type=driver&maincat_no=135&prod_no=1474

5) Extract the files

6) Locate and open the IsConfig.ini

7) Under â€œSupportOSUI ;Supported platforms for RtWlan Utilityâ€ change â€œWinXP=0â€³ to â€œWinXP=1â€³

Locate the Setup.exe and run it

9) Complete the install and the Realtek wireless utility will take over. If it doesnâ€™t, an icon will be placed on the desktop automatically.

This should cure any issues with constant wireless disconnects and stabilize the wireless network connection with any router.

Cheers,
Jay

Thanks, it was really helpful

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xeon · 15 years ago

i have a cx420, and i have also the same wLan problem…. And i have the same problem encountered also!!

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Sarah · 15 years ago

Why is MSI letting this happen? anyone know their email? I can’t seem to fix this and I want my money back now!!

sandra · 17 years ago

tengo serios problemas con el wifi, y es la notebook ya que probe el router con otras y funcionan bien

mikesia · 17 years ago

I just bought a wind 120h with built-in hsdpa/3g modem. How can i configure to work using simcard from SMART BRO dongle.

rochelle · 17 years ago

i just bought an msi u100! it works fine when the salesman demonstrate to me how to use the wifi. now im at home, i cant use it.no ie. no mozilla! i dont think its my internet connection coz it works fine when i used it with our desktop. it says there is no connectivity. i cant even use it even if i insert the plug! help! help!

Dennis · 17 years ago

I am having the same problem as JOJO and Rexxx.

My U100 has a good wifi connections, but I just cannot connect to the internet.

Does anybody have a clue? I have got the latest drivers from the MSI website installed.

:-(

Rexxx · 17 years ago

I have the same problem as JOJO…
Just got my U90 Wind and wifi shows connections, even connects, shows good strenght of signal, but browser (Mozilla Firefox) shows the same error (“the page cannot be displayed”)…

Please, somebody HELP!!!

Jojo · 17 years ago

Hi.
I just got a wind u100 and am having problems accessing the internet.
I’ve already installed the updated realtek driver.
The wireless card appears to be working since the signal strength is very good and the status is connected. However, I still cannot connect to the internet and keep getting the error message “Internet Explorer cannot display the webpage” Any ideas or suggestions would be appreciated.
Thanks.

Jojo · 17 years ago

Hi.
I’ve already installed the updated realtek driver.
The wireless card appears to be working since the signal strength is very good and the status is connected. Yet, I still cannot connect to the internet and get the error message “Internet Explorer cannot display the webpage” Any ideas or suggestions would be appreciated.
Thanks.

Asa · 17 years ago

I have tried reinstalling the latest drivers
according to Hardwyrd’s instructions.
My card can connect to LAN but the signal
(the signal bar) in the realtek console
switches from around 80% to 0.
It cycles every few seconds.
So I can’t get my net going.
Any suggestions on how to repair this will be welcome.

stag79 · 17 years ago

got the same problem of no wireless ap detected.
You’re right, its the driver. I downloaded the driver from msi site and extracted it to my disk. Then i uninstall the mini card driver. Then I add the hardware and voila, it found the new driver and my wireless lan is working.
Thanks guys

CC · 17 years ago

Iâ€™ve had the same problem, with constant wireless disconnects…
I try re-installing even doing the “JWPACIFIST” solution, but my wifi card driver(RT27000E)is a “.EXE” and i`m not able to extract the files and locate and open the IsConfig.ini…

can you help me find solution to this problem
tanks
Sorry for “English”

xiai · 17 years ago

got the same prob bro..wifi connection cant be detected even im too near the router…

Hardwyrd · 18 years ago

I’ve had the same problem. You need to press Fn + F11. You will then be able to see the wireless network, however, when you try to connect, it just stops.

All you need to do is modify the settings for the wireless adapter by pressing the Configure button on the Wireless Adapter Card Properties dialog.

I have posted the details on my blog at http://baudizm.blogsome.com

steve · 18 years ago

well press fn+F11 to turn on the card first!!!

zoeee@ · 18 years ago

@Rosly you’ved saved my day’s and night’s and my Wind from learning to fly, thank You !!!! ;)

Rosly · 18 years ago

Update: It works. It download latest drivers from http://global.msi.com.tw/index.php?func=downloaddetail&type=driver&maincat_no=135&prod_no=1474. I’ve checked the IsConfig.ini but there WinXp=1 was already set. After instal by setup.exe the RTL Wifi manager apears and everything is ok now :).

Rosly · 18 years ago

I had the same problem!!! I will try the latest Driver and run the Setup.exe (not instaling driver by hardwaremanager fom XP). Will se if this will help. This problem should be described on Wind Wiki. Please insert some description there!
http://wiki.msiwind.net/index.php/OpenSuse_11.0#Overview

crestfallen · 18 years ago

found out that it is my router settings that has been causing my wifi poroblems…dang!

James C · 18 years ago

THANKS JW! 8/22 downloaded WLAN driver from the link- did not have to change WinXP=0â€³ to â€œWinXP=1 so just download and run setup. Restart required.

jwpacifist · 18 years ago

It seems pretty common place. You will have to disable Windows’ wireless (Wireless 0) and use Realtek’s wireless utility which isn’t enabled/installed by default.

Here is the optimal solution to this problem (I suggest this post be stuck at the top of the board by a moderator):

1) Ensure wireless is enabled by pressing Fn+F11

2) Under Network Connections, Right Click the Wireless Connection and go to Properties.

3) Under the “Wireless Networks” tab, UNCHECK “Use Windows to configure my network connections”

4) Download the latest driver from http://global.msi.com.tw/index.php?func=downloaddetail&type=driver&maincat_no=135&prod_no=1474

5) Extract the files

6) Locate and open the IsConfig.ini

7) Under “SupportOSUI ;Supported platforms for RtWlan Utility” change “WinXP=0” to “WinXP=1”

8) Locate the Setup.exe and run it

9) Complete the install and the Realtek wireless utility will take over. If it doesn’t, an icon will be placed on the desktop automatically.

This should cure any issues with constant wireless disconnects and stabilize the wireless network connection with any router.

Cheers,
Jay

Pavlin · 18 years ago

I’m used a “LiNTEK Aug 13th, 2008 at 10:16 am ” comment and it worked just fine!!!

His link from this site
http://global.msi.com.tw/index.php?func=downloaddetail&type=driver&maincat_no=135&prod_no=1533
go to WLAN Drivers for U100 section.

And save my mind ;-)

PS Sorry for my English

crestfallen · 18 years ago

how do i reset my wind?

i’m experiencing the same problem… i’ve updated firmware of my router and also that of the wlan, which i got from the msi website. my wifi connection isn’t still rock solid. =(

is it advisable to just buy a new mini wifi card and install it on my wind?

LiNTEK · 18 years ago

@Mike, you have to reset the wind after re-installing the driver. I also urge you to reset the router.

I did these things and everything went fine.

marchanazie · 18 years ago

You may want to try the software from Boingo. A wireless connection manager that might also help. I’ve heard this from a dell tech and they say that if all things fail try Boingo.

Mike · 18 years ago

I’m not sure if it is a driver issue. I reinstalled with the newest drivers from MSI and it helped a lot, but it still drops wifi connections more than usual.