Iphones, Ipods, Windows 7, dell, lenovo, XP, Xbox etc etc. We have NO issues with any other device connected to same router. Previously it would stay connected to router but lose internet connection.Įvery laptop with windows 8 we have had, regardless of manufacturer, has had wifi related problems. This laptop was sent back to dell before and they replaced wifi adapter and I believe the main board. Does not happen to any other device connected to router.
This will happen even when computer is close to router. What happens is signal strength will fluctuate and sometimes loses connection. Vendor: Atheros Device: Dell Wireless 1703 802.11b/g/n (2.
This and other Network Adapters drivers were hosting are 100 safe. Please note we are carefully scanning all the content on our website for viruses and trojans. Wifi adapter is Atheros Communication Inc. This page contains drivers for Dell Wireless 1703 802.11b/g/n (2.4GHz) manufactured by Atheros. This is an attempt to list the hardware IDs of all Dell Wireless Cards alongside their latest. So, did it with my pc which is now hardwired and got 3 down and 11 up. Just did a speed test on my phone, galaxy s8 and connected to 2.4 - only got 1 mpbs for download today, wth. This laptop is still under warranty but I DREAD contacting tech support.Īnyway its a DELL Inspiron 15 3521. Looks like it has Dell Wireless 1705 802.11 b/g/n (2.4 ghz) so I think thats my answer for at least this device, if I dont hardwire it Im going to get the lower speed. I think this is the 3rd laptop running windows 8 that we have had that cant seem to stay connected via wifi. Seriously, is there a compatibility issue with Windows 8 and wifi adapters? This page contains the driver installation download for Dell Wireless 1901 802.11a/b/g/n (2.4GHz and 5GHz) in supported models (Inspiron 3521) that are.