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05-27-2025 09:13 AM
@Gigi_enterprise, Welcome to HP Support Community.
Thank you for posting your query, I will be glad to help you.
Let's walk through some steps to help you get your HP laptop with Windows 7 connected to Wi-Fi and updated.
Step-by-Step Troubleshooting
Check Wi-Fi is Enabled
- Look for a Wi-Fi button or function key (like Fn + F12) on your laptop. Make sure Wi-Fi is turned on.
- You can also go to:
- Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center > Change adapter settings
- Right-click on Wireless Network Connection and select Enable if it's disabled.
View Available Networks
- Click the Wi-Fi icon in the system tray (bottom-right corner).
- See if your Wi-Fi network appears. If it does:
- Click it and enter your password.
- If it doesn’t connect, try restarting your router and laptop.
Update Network Drivers
Since you mentioned you can't update your computer:
- Use another device to visit the HP Drivers & Software page.
- Search for your laptop model and download the latest wireless network driver for Windows 7.
- Transfer it to your laptop using a USB drive and install it.
Run Windows Network Troubleshooter
- Go to Control Panel > Troubleshooting > Network and Internet > Internet Connections.
- Follow the prompts to detect and fix issues.
Check for Windows Updates (Manually)
- Go to Control Panel > Windows Update.
- Click Check for updates.
I hope this helps.
Take care and have a good day.
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