how do i connect to my wifi

[utpaul]

I bought this machine yesterday. It came with a one page Setup Instruction which says after switching on  "Go wireless, Select the network icon in the lower right hand corner of the taskbar." But when I switch on only the command prompts appears (OS is FreeDos). There is no taskbar nor any icon. How do I connect to my wifi. Thanks

[CF4]

Hi

My suggestion is to install a Linux Operating System, like Lubuntu alongside your FreeDos.

However if you can give the Full SKU and Model we may be able to help.

[Paul_Tikkanen]

Hi, @utpaul

Normally folks buy notebooks with FeeDOS because they are less expensive and it is assumed that the purchaser will install their own Windows operating system.

CF4's suggestion is a good one except for the problem that there are no drivers for the model wifi adapter your notebook comes with, except for W7, W8.1 and W10.

So...I don't think there is any way out of your dilemma unless you have a licensed and supported 64 bit Windows operating system you can install.

[utpaul]

I have installed Ububtu 16.04 but even here I am unable to connect to the wifi. There is no network problem as wifi is working fine in other machines.

The other details are as follows:

Brand HP

Model 15-bs615TU

Model Name HP 15

Wireless Type 802.11B, 802.11G, 802.11n

Connector Type Wireless

[CF4]

Hi

Post now irrelevant.

Paul supplied the adapter details, so thanks.

I sometimes only see a GB/UK listing and I am in the dark with with egg on me face.

But it dont stop me stumbling forward.

[Paul_Tikkanen · Accepted solution]

Hi, @utpaul

http://partsurfer.hp.com/Search.aspx?searchText=3EJ43PA

The full model number of the wifi card is:

Realtek RTL8723DE 802.11 bgn 1x1 WiFi + BT 4.2 Combo Adapter

[CF4]

Hi

I had this at the back of my mind....

Thanks to COE2k14

Re: Realtek 8723DE wifi module unofficial Linux driver available now - Ubuntu/Fedora/Arch users*

https://h30434.www3.hp.com/t5/Notebook-Wireless-and-Networking/Realtek-8723DE-wifi-module-amp-Blueto...

[utpaul]

Its a 32 bit machine will 64bit Windows10 work. I am an absolute novice, if this question is a bit foolish please bear with me

[CF4]

Hi

32 Bit HP Modern/Recent laptops would be a rarity.

32 bit OS's not so much.

I expect that W10 will work.

[COE2k14]

Since, this is a 6th gen processor, you may install Windows 7/8.1 as well, provided you have genuine licenses. You can install in UEFI mode, as it is now the de facto. Do not go for Secureboot for a home laptop.

@utpaul : May be, you can go through this, if you intent to install Windows 10 on your laptop. It is slightly outdated, but more or less valid. Ignore the AMD Radeon 520 drivers installation step.

https://h30434.www3.hp.com/t5/Notebook-Software-and-How-To-Questions/Download-HP-15-bs576tx-drivers/...

Ubuntu 18.04 is a very good option for your laptop. You can install it easily using Live USB or CD/DVD. If it has RTL8723DE Wireless/BT module, then you will have to get some extra steps to get it working. https://h30434.www3.hp.com/t5/Notebook-Wireless-and-Networking/Realtek-8723DE-wifi-module-amp-Blueto...