Connecting to wireless networks, as a rule, is carried out using modems of a certain format. Naturally, in order for these devices to perform their tasks efficiently, it is necessary to use specialized applications.
Necessary
Access to the Internet
Instructions
Step 1
Start by connecting your modem to your laptop or desktop computer. In the first case, as a rule, they use external devices that work with the USB interface. For stationary computers, you can purchase a PCI modem that connects to the motherboard slot of the same name.
Step 2
After connecting the modem, turn on the computer. Wait for the loading of the operating system to complete. The new hardware initialization process will begin immediately after this. Wait until it completes and a message appears about the need to update the software.
Step 3
Connect to the Internet and go to the website of the company that developed this modem. Practice shows that drivers for most modems can be found on similar sites. Download software suitable for your modem and active operating system.
Step 4
Wait until the download of the installer file is completed and run it. Install the application and restart your computer. Activate the modem through the "Device Manager" menu. Check the functionality of the device.
Step 5
Often the files necessary for the normal operation of the modem are contained in the archive. This means that you do not need to install the software. Open the Device Manager menu. Highlight the name of the modem with the right mouse button.
Step 6
Select the item "Update drivers" and go to the manual method of finding files. Wait until Windows Explorer starts and select the folder containing the archive of driver files.
Step 7
After successfully updating the drivers, restart your computer. Reconnect the modem if you are using an external device. Try to connect to the correct type of wireless network. Install an additional application if you need to configure detailed settings for the modem.
