The system: ThinkPad T41, with Intel Centrino (PRO/Wireless 2100), WinXP/32 SP3
The problem: Windows XP does not show all wireless networks.
Usually, I have to click "Refresh network list" a couple of times until I see the network I want to connect to. My assumption is that Windows does not wait long enough to collect all SSID broadcasts. So:
Is there some timeout that I can adjust?
First remark: If you are not on SP3, you should upgrade.
Second remark: When the network finally shows after several refreshes, how strong is its signal?
If it is very weak, then you should first improve the quality of the reception, before trying other measures.
Third remark: Use the latest drivers from the manufacturer. Intel's Update Intel® Wireless Adapters will let you download or automatically install the drivers and software. If it installs another wireless detector, then use it instead of Microsoft's built-in wireless neighborhood (you can always choose to go back to it).
