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    techtimdavis Posts: 103, Reputation: 1
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    Feb 20, 2012, 12:14 AM
    Windows Vista laptop won't connect to internet wireless connection
    I have a laptop running windows vista home premium. I have a motorola milestone smart phone. I can only get a local only connection between the laptop and smartphone using the hotspot on the phone. But if I use a computer running xp or windows 7 I am able to connect all the way to internet. Is there a fix for the windows vista computer to fix this issue, or is it just a dead issue not worth pursuing.
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    Feb 20, 2012, 01:20 AM
    Check you wireless key or pass phrase.
    This normally indicates that you have not connected to the device correctly.
    Easy enough to disconnect and recreate from scratch..
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    Feb 23, 2012, 08:29 PM
    It is set as an open connection, so no passphrase needed, still gives a local only connection.
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