Connecting a computer to a Wi-Fi network. We connect and configure Wi-Fi on the computer ourselves

Many users are probably familiar with a device called a “router”. This small installation helps people get wireless internet connection, which has a very beneficial effect on free space and aesthetic appearance - there are practically no wires. Let's assume that you purchased a router and you want to submit wireless signal not only on mobile devices, but also on a stationary personal computer. What to do in this case, how to install Wi-Fi on a computer? If there is a question, then there is an answer to it. Therefore, today we will look at ways to connect the Internet wirelessly on a PC.

Wi-Fi network on PC without cable

As soon as the router is installed, many are immediately puzzled by the question, how to install Wi-Fi on a computer? Previously, a cable was used to transmit data, but what to do now? What's the point of laying a new cable from the router if the router was installed in order to get rid of all the wires?

Of course, the overwhelming number of devices in the room (tablets, smartphones and other laptops) are capable of working with Wi-Fi network yu without any wisdom, since such gadgets are equipped wireless module communications. But if you also have a stationary personal computer, then only two scenarios emerge:

1. We connect the cable from the router to the desktop PC and connect to the Internet. Unfortunately, this option Not all users like it, since few people like to tinker with wires, and not everyone has the opportunity to run the coveted wire to the computer.
2. The second option is to use a Wi-Fi module (adapter), which we are going to talk about today. Using such a device, a stationary device can be connected to a wireless network.

The topic is relevant, since today every second person faces similar problem. After installation and configuration everything mobile gadgets had connections, but the electronic “head of the family” was always left without the Internet. You can try using a special Wi-Fi receiver that connects to the computer using a USB cable. It is about these devices that most words will be said today.

Important! If you have an unnecessary router that you haven’t used for a long time, you can try using it as a signal receiver. It will independently receive and transmit data to the device. Models from the manufacturer ZyXel cope best with this task.

Using an adapter, you can distribute the Internet throughout the space. For example, you have cable Internet connected to your PC. You can simply install the adapter on your device and distribute data to all other devices.

Connecting a network without using a cable

For standard PCs that do not have built-in modules in their design, there are countless different types of different models. Such devices can be classified into the following two types:

• Internal.
• External.

If we are talking about price, then such a purchase will not hit your pocket particularly hard. Of course, you can find models on the market that will cost exorbitant amounts of money, but buying such equipment does not make any sense.

If you are willing to spend no more than ten dollars, you can pay attention to the following manufacturers:

1. Tenda.
2. TP-Link.

These components work without interruption and provide fairly high-quality communication. Many devices in this area are made in the form of familiar USB flash drives, which are very convenient to use.

How to choose equipment for working with Wi-Fi?

We have already mentioned that modules come in two types. To install Wi-Fi on a computer, you need to decide on the type.

External adapters

These components use the USB input on the PC for connection. In order to install such a device, you do not need to remove the computer cover, and this is a definite plus. Externally, such models look like the simplest memory media. There are small, medium, large, in general - for every taste and color. Some types of gadgets are equipped with antennas for best quality communications.

Important! If you are not very good friends with modern technologies, then it is best to give preference external type. Almost any model will suit you.

The “installation” itself is intuitive and looks like this:

1. We insert the device into a free entrance.
2. We are waiting for the end automatic installation drivers.
3. Connecting with your network.

How to install Wi-Fi on desktop computer inside the structure? Let's outline the main nuances.

Internal adapters

Modules of this type use a PCI slot for connection, which is located on the device’s motherboard. It’s immediately clear that to carry out the installation you will need to remove the cover of your PC, but even here “installation” will not bring you any particular difficulties:

1. Remove the system cover.
2. We insert the gadget into the PCI input.
3. Reboot operating system Windows.
4. We wait for the drivers to be installed and enjoy the wireless connection.

Important! Before carrying out work, be sure to turn off all power electronic devices with whom you will deal.

conclusions

Which of these two types is a priority to purchase? In fact, there is practically no difference. The only difference is that in the first case you will take one USB input, and in the second, you will have to tinker with the installation for a couple of minutes more. The cost of this equipment also does not differ much.

To connect your computer to the desired wireless network and world wide web, we will need 2 devices that will be:

1. Distribute the Internet, thereby creating this network at the place of its installation
2. P use the internet on your home computer

Connecting and installing the router

The main center that distributes the Internet is the router. First of all, it must be configured correctly; without this step, sites will not open. So what we do:

• We place the router in the apartment so that our network is accessible from anywhere in the apartment. In an ordinary apartment, almost any convenient place will do (so as not to interfere), but if later the signal is weak, you will have to rearrange the device.
• We plug it into a regular 220 volt outlet and turn it on by pressing the special button. (See instructions on specific model if necessary)
• We connect to a special socket network cable from your internet service provider. Also make sure that you have a login and password from your operator, because without this our router will not be able to access the Internet and distribute it to everyone. It is usually given when concluding a contract for Internet services.

The first stage has been completed, upon completion we have the router turned on, which automatically creates a network and you can connect to it, but in order to become possible exit on the Internet, in its settings, at a minimum, you need to specify the same login and password from the provider (for example, Beeline, Dom.ru, etc.) about which was written above.

Connecting a Wi-Fi adapter to a PC

Although there are now motherboards on sale with built-in Wi-Fi adapter ohm to which the antenna is connected, however, a desktop computer usually does not have any built-in wireless network signal receiver. Therefore, we need a special gadget - a Wi-Fi adapter with a USB connector. Typically, it can operate on IEEE 802.11 b/g/n networks with a speed limit of up to 300 Mbps. New adapter models are designed for speeds up to 1300 Mbit/s (802.11ac technology).

Like any other peripheral device, a Wi-Fi adapter needs to be installed with a special software and drivers that should come with it. They must be installed and then in Windows in special program- Device Manager, our receiver should appear in the “ section Network adapters”.

When it becomes possible to access the Internet through your computer, it would be a good idea to check on the manufacturer’s website for driver updates. And if it is, then download it and install it. It may also be necessary right click mouse click on the appropriate adapter in the list and update manually.

Entering settings for the router

In the next step we need to set special settings for our router. For different models this procedure is somewhat different and in order to do everything correctly you need to find instructions from your router, which will tell you how to log into it to configure it. The following option is possible:

• Open the browser
• In the field for entering the site address, enter something like " 192.168.0.1 "without quotes, there may be other options" tplinklogin.net", "192.168.1.1 " and press Enter
• A page will open asking you to enter your username and password. This is the username and password to log into the router. They are usually indicated either in the same instructions or on the box from the router. Attention! Do not confuse them with the password and login for Internet access. For example, this could be login: admin,passwod: admin or 1234 . Enter ours and click Enter.
• Following the instructions, indicate the login and password for Internet access in the required place in the settings
• Specify settings for the wireless network. At this stage, you need to come up with your own password, which will be used to connect your PC and other devices to Wi-Fi

For example, for Zyxel models, go to the “Internet” tab, find the parameter “ PPPoE/VPN” and click on the “ Add connection”.

In the window " Connection setup“we make sure that this connection activated and used to access the Internet. You must specify PPPoE as the protocol type. In the fields Username" And " Password” indicates the data provided by the provider in the contract for connecting to the Internet. Typically, the IP address from the provider is issued automatically.

If everything is done correctly, then in the “ Connections” the corresponding access profile will be added to the web space. After this, the network web can be used by any device connected to the network access point.

After setting up the adapter in Windows, the corresponding wireless network icon will appear at the bottom right. By clicking on it, you can find our network and connect to it by entering the password created in the previous step.

It should also be noted that the setup can also be performed wired by connecting the router to the PC using the network cable included in the kit. The process itself, described above, will not differ.

Most routers support WPS feature - quick setup wireless connection. There is a special button on the adapter itself for this.

Using proprietary software for the Wi-Fi adapter, you can easily connect to the Internet center by activating the WPS function. To do this, you just need to press a button on the adapter, and then immediately press a similar WPS button on the access point.

Some problems connecting your computer to Wi-Fi

Sometimes there are problems connecting the computer to the router. We find the list of connected devices in the corresponding parameters of the router, for example, in “ System Monitor" Here we pay attention to the current connection speed.

If the connection speed differs significantly from that stated in the instructions, then it is advisable to increase it. This is done in the submenu, which is responsible for the Wi-Fi network.

WiFi may be interfered with by other devices, such as a keyboard or wireless headphones. Therefore, you can try to change the channel number over which data is transmitted. If the computer is located far from the access point, then it is necessary to increase the signal strength to 75 - 100%.

You can also bring the WiFi adapter as close as possible to the router when USB help extension cord, which usually comes with the kit.

To increase the speed of your Wi-Fi network, you need to constantly monitor software updates for the Internet center itself; fortunately, it is now available directly through the dashboard, without going to the manufacturer’s website.

Mobile technologies have completely changed our lives. With their introduction, the need for wireless networks arose. By strictly following the instructions on the Internet center and adapter, you can achieve comfortable work from any phone, tablet or computer. Personal Computer– a stationary device, therefore for maximum speed connection, it is necessary that the Wi-Fi receiver connected to it has a sufficient level of reception from the Internet center.

Wi-Fi is especially convenient complete absence wires and the ability to connect any device to it. But, unfortunately, not all computers can receive the signal wireless router. Let's figure out how to connect Wi-Fi to a computer and what you need for this.

Computer adapters

Despite the fact that most smartphones and laptops are equipped with a built-in module for receiving Wi-Fi signal, desktop computers cannot always be connected to the wireless Internet without accompanying devices. That is why the PC can be connected either using a network cable or using a special adapter.

External

The external version is compact and can be used for several desktop computers at once. The device resembles a small flash drive and is inserted into a USB port. The price of adapters varies: from 12 dollars (700 rubles) and above.

To connect, just install the necessary software. You can download it from the equipment manufacturer’s website. It is important to ensure that the drivers support the purchased device.

Domestic

Analogue of this device Receivers of the internal type are considered to be those connected directly to PCI interface. The installation process will also not waste much time for the PC owner - just open system unit and place the part in it. In addition, you will need to download the software (drivers) and install it. The price is not much different from external type receivers.

As mentioned above, the lack of a Wi-Fi module on a PC is not a problem, you just need to purchase optional equipment. Moreover, the network cable will not get in the way on your desktop or floor. Also, some users find that the speed of a wireless connection is slightly higher than that of a wired connection. Of course, this directly depends on the provider, the device itself and the PC.

How to connect Wi-Fi using an adapter?

Connection methods different types adapters have common features, but still differs. The main differences are in the process of directly installing the device. To connect an external adapter, you do not need to open the system unit; just place it in the appropriate connector. To connect internal adapter you will need a screwdriver.

Connecting an external adapter

Let's take a closer look at how to connect a Wi-Fi adapter to a computer. To use a wireless connection, having only a desktop PC at hand, you will need:

• the equipment itself;
• extension cable (optional);
• drivers;
• router

Connecting the device is quite simple, and the operation does not raise any questions. It is important to pay attention to installing the software, because without it the equipment simply will not function correctly. The adapter is connected in the following order:

1. Remove the device from the factory box. You will need to connect the adapter to your PC. This can be done either directly (via USB) or via special cable. Plus last method connection is that the extension cord amplifies the signal.
2. Open the folder with the drivers and install them. Even if the system reports that some software is already installed.
3. When opening the software, you will need to select the device model, then select “Install driver and utility.” Click "OK".
4. In all dialog boxes agree to the terms of use by clicking “Next” or “Yes”. Wait for the installation to complete and close the dialog box. Reboot your personal computer.
5. Once the process is complete, the wireless connection icon should appear on the taskbar. If it does not occur, check whether the drivers are installed, and whether the external adapter is inserted correctly.

This completes the process and the user can connect to WI-FI. Now let's take a closer look at installing the internal adapter.

Connecting the internal adapter

If with installation external version Everything is extremely simple, but even experienced PC users may have difficulties with the internal ones. The process of connecting the internal adapter is quite simple, but it will require skills in working with computer hardware. The operation is performed in several steps.

To quickly connect the internal adapter, you will need the following tools:

1. screwdriver;
2. the device itself;
3. system unit;
4. pre-downloaded drivers;
5. router

Let's move on to the procedure itself. For installation you will need:

1. Unscrew the antenna from the device, if it is attached to it.
2. Open the system unit, find the slot in it for WI-Fi module. Usually it is located on motherboard, under sound card PC. Align the contacts of the adapter and the motherboard.
3. After connecting, screw the antenna back on. Now you need to close the cover of the system unit.
4. Install pre-downloaded drivers, agreeing to all the requirements of the program. To do this, use the “OK”, “Next”, “Agree” buttons. After installation, close the window. Reboot your personal computer.
5. Check to see if the wireless connection icon appears on the taskbar. If it is missing, open the cover again and make sure that the contacts of the parts are in contact and the adapter is installed correctly.

How to connect Wi-Fi to PC?

This completes the adapter installation process. Now you can start using the wireless network using your PC. You need to consider how to connect your computer to a Wi-Fi network.

First, you need to find the Internet connection icon in the notification panel. If it displays a star pattern, then the PC sees available secure (or unsecured) networks and can connect.

When you click on the icon, all you have to do is select the network, then click the “Connect” button.

If your wireless network is protected with a password, you will be prompted to enter it. After entering the combination, click on the “OK” button. The notification panel will display the incoming signal strength.

When disabled wireless connection or the software is missing, it is impossible to connect. You need to check your settings (Network and Sharing Center) shared access") if wireless network connection enabled – check the adapter. After configuration, the panel will display the connection status “Yes” available connections" You can select a network and connect to it.

You will also need to reinstall the driver. It is enough to download the software from the official website of the router manufacturer. Then unpack the saved archive and run the program with “exe” permission. After installing the driver, you will need to restart your PC. Now you need to try connecting to the wireless network again.

Summary

Now you know how to connect your computer to a Wi-Fi network. Even a beginner can connect a PC to a wireless network using an adapter. The main thing is to pay Special attention on the nuances of installing hardware and software. After all, an incorrectly inserted internal module can even lead to breakdown.
Of course, the main method is still considered to be connecting the router using an inconvenient cable. That is why buying a compact adapter is a fairly profitable option for the computer owner.

First, let's discuss why we actually need this WiFi? Is it worth connecting it at all? And I will answer you that it’s worth it! WiFi currently solves several problems at once. The first is, of course, getting rid of long and always tangled wires that get in the way under your feet. Agree, it’s nice not to have a bunch of wires under your feet that constantly get in the way of you and your children. Honestly, I don’t know what I would do without Wi-Fi, now my daughter, at 9 months old, is trying to tear something off.

Secondly, only thanks to WiFi in one apartment you can now connect to the Internet simultaneously from several devices. So, for example, my wife is reading a book via the Internet on a laptop, when I turned on YouTube on mine and happily watch videos, and at the same time another computer is downloading necessary files. I also very often use WiFi to access the Internet via my tablet and Cell Phones. Agree, it’s convenient!

Everyone is always comfortable, and this is definitely a plus! Today I want to touch on a topic that is of interest to many users, because by default when purchasing computer Wi-Fi adapter is not included. The question arises, what to do then? It doesn't have a built-in WiFi adapter, which all modern mobile devices and laptops can boast of.

In this situation, you will need to buy a Wi-Fi adapter. They come in two types, which are presented below:

ExternalWiFiadapters. In appearance they look like regular USB flash drive(commonly known as a flash drive), but, as I said earlier, they can receive a WiFi signal. You can even buy such a thing for 300-400 rubles if you look hard enough. It is connected to the computer via a regular USB connector, or using a USB cable (if you want to place it in a specific place), the end of which is inserted into the above connector, and the other end is intended for inserting flash drives, or in our case, WiFi receivers .

DomesticWiFiadapters. To connect such a device to a computer, you will have to disassemble the computer a little, but it connects very easily, I’ll tell you more below.

We will have to open the system unit and place it there. This type of receiver is much larger in size than the ones we discussed just above.

By the way, many people asked that they wanted to switch to Wi-Fi, but were afraid that there would be problems with the Internet or the speed would be lower when downloading files. Answer - No. On Wi-Fi adapters it is written throughput. For example, your Internet speed is 1 MB per second, but Wi-Fi says up to 54 MB per second. From these figures it follows that your Internet will not slow down, because the adapter’s throughput is much higher.

Let's first go from easy to more complex, namely, let's figure out how to connect WiFi to a computer using an example external receiver. To go directly to the connection procedure itself, let’s first decide what we need for this, a signal receiver, as well as a little attentiveness and a maximum of 20 minutes of free time.

How to connect Wi-Fi

First of all, we connect our receiver WiFi signal to a computer via USB. We remember that I use an external one, if you have an internal one, then it must be connected directly to the mother’s chamber into the appropriate connector.

As you can see, it is not quite large as some may think when purchasing online. A little more regular flash drive, although there are even fewer.

Next, install the drivers from the disk that came with the kit. I won't focus on this. Simply follow the installation wizard instructions that will appear on your monitor screen. Usually, you need to select your adapter, since the disk may contain drivers not only for your Wi-Fi. During driver installation, a warning may appear in which you select “Install this driver anyway.”

Follow the next steps using the installation wizard. Further, further and so on ;).

To get around various incidents that can happen when connecting to the Internet, go to “Change adapter settings” and disconnect all active connections.

In the screenshot below, you can see that I am using Wi-Fi, which is built into the laptop.

I right-click on the only active connection “Wireless Network Connection” and select “Disable”.

Now I don’t have Internet, but we will fix it using an external wi-fi adapter. By the way, my wi-fi adapter does not require a disk, I just plug it in and it immediately starts working.

So, I connect it to the USB connector.

Now I have to wait a little, after which I will be notified in the tray that it is installed and ready to use. To make sure that the driver has been installed, right-click on “Computer” and select “Properties”.

Select Device Manager.

In the window that opens, click “Network adapters”, after which a list of devices will appear. As you can see, my Wi-Fi is here, model D-lick Wirelless G DWA-110 USB. This means the installation was successful and you can now use the Internet.

Now go back to Network connections and check that another connection has indeed appeared. And as you can see in the screenshot below, I am already connected to the Stiker 2 network and in this moment I get internet through this connection.

To connect to a network, click on the tray icon and select the network you need.

It is possible that during or after installing the drivers, everything will not be as I said. Then restart your computer and try again.

I couldn’t finish the article here, because it’s worth telling how to connect a non-USB Wi-Fi adapter.

This is what it looks like for me:

Open the cover of the system unit, unscrew the antenna from the adapter (if it was screwed on) and connect it. Sorry for the brothel that is going on in it, I don’t use it very often.

When we have connected the board itself, now we screw the antenna into place.

The end result will be something like this:

Turn on the computer and install the drivers.

As you can see, basically, there is nothing very complicated or scary here. In short, it turns out that the whole sequence of actions consists of purchasing a WiFi adapter, connecting it to the computer and installing drivers. And only then you connect to the right network Wi-Fi and use it.

That's all for today. I hope I helped you figure out how to connect WiFi to your computer and you won’t have this question again. Thank you for your attention and see you again!

Wi-Fi routers are an indispensable thing in life modern man. Saving on tariffs, using the Internet from several devices at once and the absence of annoying wires have made them welcome guests in all homes. The problem can only arise when connecting to a desktop computer that does not know how to work with wireless networks.

Despair and call computer specialist It’s not worth it: you can connect your computer to Wi-Fi on your own. There are three simple and clear way installing Wi-Fi on a PC, which will be discussed in this article.

Method one: using an external adapter

To connect to Wi-Fi using an external adapter, you will first need to purchase this device. This is a compact device that connects to a PC via a USB input, and looks like a flash drive or mobile modem. A Wi-Fi antenna is connected to the side of it, the task of which is to catch the signal from the router. There can also be two antennas.

Looks like an external adapter for connecting to Wifi next way:

In order to configure the adapter and activate Wi-Fi on a PC, you will need to perform the following sequence of actions:

1. Connect the adapter to your computer via the USB input and connect the antenna to it. Wait for a message that the drivers have been installed successfully.
2. Insert the disk with drivers for the device into the PC drive and begin installation. Click “Next” before starting the installation, ignoring possible messages about an unknown driver manufacturer.
3. When the drivers are installed, an icon will appear on the taskbar wireless internet. Click on it to select the necessary network and enter your password.

Video review of the mini USB adapter:

If you have Windows XP, the icon will not appear and you will need to find the Wi-Fi network manually. To do this, go to the “Network connections” tab, using RMB, select the “View available wireless networks” item. A list of networks will appear in front of you, in which you need to find the one you need and enter the password for it. It looks like this:

As you can see, setting up an external adapter is a simple task that even a beginner can handle.

Method two: using an internal adapter

With the internal adapter the situation is somewhat more complicated. To install this device, you will need to disassemble the system unit, which can frighten an inexperienced user. But you shouldn’t be afraid: it’s much easier than it might seem at first glance.

The internal adapter connects to the motherboard via a special PCI connector. Externally it looks like this:

To correctly install Wi-Fi on your computer using an internal adapter, you need to follow these step-by-step steps:

After the external adapter is installed on your desktop computer, it will need to be configured. To do this, you will have to repeat the steps used in the first method: install drivers for the device, wait for the icon to appear, or find the desired wireless network manually, enter the password.

Video to help you choose between 2 types of adapter:

After completing all these steps, the Internet without a wire should work.

Method three: using a router

Another way to connect a desktop computer to Wi-Fi is to use a router. For this method, you will need a stable working router and a cord to connect to your PC.

This video will help you understand Internet equipment:

As you can see, connecting a PC to the Internet without a cable is not a difficult task. Wireless connection It’s very convenient, and to set it up yourself, you just need to spend a little time studying the instructions.