i just reformatted my hard drive, win xp, and i can't get a nw connection to a wireless nw. i can't even get a screen to come up that shows all of the wireless networks available like i could before i reformatted. it shows two networks listed under network connections. one says the cable is unplugged and the other says it is enabled. both names correspond to the names under nw adapters in device manager. i have never had a hard wire connection on this computer for years. it is in my basement and when we moved here i didn't have a phone line downstairs so i bought a card and set it up as wireless.any help would be appreciated. i am at a total loss on this. i am not an idiot when it comes to computers, i can install memory and i reformatted the computer with no problem, but this is getting the best of me.1 person needs an answerI do too

Ignore the Portland State stuff, but does this article help: http://oit.pdx.edu/use-windows-to-manage-wireless -B- http://www.officeforlawyers.com | http://www.onenote-tips.com Author: The Lawyer's Guide to Microsoft Outlook

Hi TJTTJT, Also, check to see if the following helps. · Is the Wireless router\Adapter connected properly?· Have you updated the latest network drivers? You may want to try the following. Method 1: Check to see if the following article can help you set up a wireless network.Windows XP: Set up a wireless network Method 2: If not, you may refer to this article for more information.How to troubleshoot wireless network connections in Windows XP Service Pack 2 Regards,Syed N – Microsoft Support--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Visit our Microsoft Answers Feedback Forum and let us know what you think.