Wi-Fi bandwidth allows laptop users to get connected to the global network at speeds up to 60 Mbps. However, sometimes it also happens that for reasons of some malfunction in the device, the signal level does not come completely, and therefore the connection speed also decreases.
This article will discuss some ways to solve the problem of weak WiFi signal on laptops Asus, Acer, HP and other models.
Update driver
The first thing to do is if the level of WiFi received by the laptop began to decline. Pay attention to the router that provides the connection to the network. If the same problem is observed with other computers running in the system, then you should take care of updating the drivers of the distribution device.
Updating the driver on the network card of the device itself will also help fix the weak WiFi signal on the laptop. You can perform this procedure as follows:
- In the search bar, enter the phrase "Device Manager."
- Open the standard application offered by the computer.
- In the list that appears, find the section called "Network Adapters".
- Open and check each connected device for new drivers. To do this, right-click on the name of the required adapter and select the driver update in the list that opens.
Does not see the network
Another problem with a weak WiFi signal on an HP laptop or other models might be an access point recognition error. The cause of such a malfunction may be a disabled wireless module. To resolve this issue, you need to run the following algorithm:
- Launch the Windows options window.
- Go to the section called "Network and Internet."
- Here, find the line that will be referred to as "Configuring Adapter Settings" and activate it.
- Check the status of the current connection here.
- If it turned out to be disabled, then the missing signal can be corrected by simply clicking on its icon with the right mouse button. In the list that opens, select the network connection and disconnection line.
Now check again if the laptop is finding an access point. And also see what signal level.
Device changes
Sometimes the answer to the question why the laptop has a weak WiFi signal can serve as a load on the distribution network. This problem is a consequence of the fact that several more computers or other gadgets use the Internet in the radius of your device. As a result, the speed will be greatly reduced. It may even get to the point where the connection starts to break every 15 seconds.
This problem can be solved using one useful utility - WiFi Analyzer. It can be purchased in the Windows 10 store absolutely free.
The essence of the program is as follows:
- It checks which wireless networks are available within the radius of the computer;
- analyzes their parameters, frequency characteristics, bandwidth and current load;
- after all the procedures described, the user can choose the channel that is most suitable for the characteristics and connect to it.
Adapter upgrade
To increase the weak WiFi signal on your HP laptop or other models, you can try upgrading the distribution device. By the way, this primarily applies to those who connect the adapter directly to the laptop itself. It is important to note that direct connection negatively affects the speed of the received signal.
To prevent this from happening, use extension cords or specially designed signal amplifiers. This should help solve the problem of a very weak Wi-Fi signal on the laptop.
Safety comes first
Sometimes it may happen that the connection speed was of high quality, but then suddenly dropped sharply. A fairly common cause of this phenomenon is unauthorized connection of other users to the adapter. Most likely, the neighbors simply cracked the password and began to use your Internet, thus loading the network.
To prevent situations from repeating, come up with the most complex password.
This should help improve the weak WiFi signal on the laptop.
Electrical devices
The presence of a large number of electrical devices around the router, such as cell phones or various household appliances, can adversely affect the speed of the signal being distributed. Consequently, the connection level on the laptop will be quite low.
A simple solution to the problem will be the installation of objects so that various electronics minimally affect the router. In the event that it is not possible to rearrange objects in places (work in the office), it remains only to find a point with a stable connection, by changing the location.
Barriers
It is worth noting that one of the reasons why the WiFi signal is weak can be the presence of various interference. By this we should understand mirrors, aquariums, brick or concrete walls, household appliances.
Due to the fact that it is not possible to move all of the above, it’s worth just trying to find a point on the current location with the most stable signal distribution level.
Amateur Activities
In the event that it is necessary to improve reception as soon as possible, you can try to build your own signal amplifier. Ways to make various devices of this type can be viewed on YouTube or simply found in a search engine. One way or another, there are just a ton of options.
But it is worth keeping in mind some disadvantages:
- The quality of work of such a homemade amplifier will be quite low, unlike those devices that are sold in stores.
- Often the appearance of such devices is too unattractive. But these are trifles.
However, this option is able to temporarily increase the weak WiFi signal on the laptop, while there is no special equipment.
Additional router
If two or more Wi-Fi signal distribution devices are simultaneously working in your current location, then the quality of the Internet will deteriorate. Most often, this problem is encountered by residents of apartment buildings.
The bottom line is that the signals of one router turn out to be interference for another, and therefore it cannot provide a stable and high speed connection to the network.
This problem is solved in several ways:
- Change the location of the signal distribution device and change the antenna settings to ensure stable operation.
- Get reflectors from the store. They attach to the antenna and amplify the signal in the place where they were directed.
Big investments
If the WiFi signal received on the laptop is weak, then you can try to find a modern and high-quality router in equipment stores. This option will significantly improve the quality of the received signal, as well as ensure its stability. The only problem is whether you can afford big expenses. Since modern receivers cost a lot of money.
Install Repeater
A weak Wi-Fi signal on a laptop can be fixed with an additional device. To perform this operation, you need to purchase an additional router. The best option would be exactly the same as the one currently in use.
Next, your task will be to simply configure the additional device for the functions of repeating the signal and duplicating the access point.
As a result of this procedure, you can significantly increase a very weak WiFi signal on a laptop.
Work with antenna
Many models of WiFi signal propagation devices have the option of replacing the antenna. A shift procedure will be necessary. It is only a matter of time.
The problem is that those parts that come with the router often turn out to be of not the best quality. As a result, they quickly fail, and the signal level decreases.
Repeatedly verified and confirmed that replacing the antenna of the distributing device can significantly increase the speed of the Internet on a laptop.
Power Operation
On laptops, it is possible to prioritize energy expenditure. Initially, these parameters are prioritized, which ultimately leads to the fact that the strength of the WiFi signal on the device is reduced. To fix this situation is quite simple:
- Open Windows Options.
- Go to the section called "System". He will be the very first in the window.
- Here, go to the "Power and Hibernate" tab.
- On the left side of the screen, open advanced power options.
- In the new program, activate the section for creating a power circuit.
- Tune in to your preferences for maximum performance.
- After creating the power circuit, save the changes and check the signal strength.
Change the location of the distribution point
Quite often, users prefer to put the router somewhere far away so as not to cling to wires or to be distracted by light signals. However, previously it was mentioned about interference that may appear in the way of the signal distributed by the device.
As a result, you should not hide the access point somewhere high (on the cabinet) or far into the corner of the room. The best solution is to install the latter closer to the center, with a minimum number of objects around, as sources of interference.
Amplifiers
Do not forget about additional devices that can increase the Wi-Fi signal. We are talking about special amplifiers. Most often, they can be found in the store, in the form of a small antenna that connects to a portable device via USB ports. Through the use of such an object, the signal level rises. And as an additional plus - there is an expansion of the coverage area.