Electronics

[Lilysmom]

For some reason, I can’t connect to the internet by wifi with my MacBook Pro.  No problem with my iPhone or iPad Pro.

I have unplugged the modem, turned it on and off, all the easy troubleshooting with no success.  As usual, my ISP is no help.  Any thoughts?  I am working on a large community project and I need the computer for documents, files, etc.

Any ideas would be apprciated.  TIA.  LM

[tervuren]

We seem to be having similar problems. Took computer to Apple they found no problem brought it home same problem.  Xfinity came out and changed everything , did not help. Today took the computer to BEST BUY and they will do diagnostic.  Hopefully they find out what is going on. Good luck with yours. 

[Gourmet]

I was having the same problem. Went to Best Buy and purchased an ORBI.  It is wonderful. Have not had a problem since.  There is a small learning curve, nothing not doable.  They have different sizes for sq footage and size of house.  Be sure to get the right size.  They cost a little, but well worth it.  Have a great day.

[Gourmet]

Just realized QVC has them also. Only problem is you have to wait to recieve it

[Alison Wonderland]

Aside from rechecking all your settings and maybe deleting and then reestablishing the connection from your computer, I can't think of anything other than taking it in to a MAC store to have it checked out.

I can tell you that when I didn't have a computer with a full version of Word (I have a Chromebook with the online only version and needed more), I used the computer at a local library. And I noticed that another library had both MacBooks and Windows laptops that could be checked out. If you need to have your computer repaired and it will take more than a few hours, investigate the options at your local library. A loaner computer may help you complete work on your project and not fall behind due to down time.

[Mz iMac]

How to troubleshoot Wi-Fi connectivity

Copy/paste ---> support.apple.com/en-us/HT202222

[Lilysmom]

@Gourmet , I have a range extender.  I don’t think that is the issue.  

All of a sudden it doesn’t work.  

@Mz iMac , I will check out your troubleshooting list.  Thanks for that.

The only thing different may be a OS update.  Would that cause it?  I shut off Bluetooth as that is a common issue.

Hoping I can find a solution before going to the Apple Store.  I am not a fan. It is the loudest place in the mall.  Have you ever tried to take a class in one.  Next to useless imo.  

Mynoriject will last the next coup,emof years so a loaner is not a solution.

Thanks everyone.  Is appreciate the suggestions.  LM

@Gourmet @Mz iMac @Alison Wonderland @tervuren 

[Lilysmom]

@tervuren , I get a short connection and then it dies...

[Mz iMac]

@Lilysmom 

Why don't you use the ethernet if using your MBP in the house?  Asking because, I never use wifi when I am home.

Make sure your network name is at the top of list in System Preferences>Network>Wi-Fi>Advanced

[Yahooey]

I will usually unplug my extender for a few seconds and plug it back on and that fixes the problem.

If that doesn't work - unplug your router and connect again

look to see what network wifi is trying to connect to

my laptop may want to connect to a 5G but Im too far away and make it switch to 2G

good luck