Laptop unable to connect to WiFi hotspot
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The laptop fails to connect to a phone's mobile hotspot.
Symptoms
- "Unable to connect"
- Stuck at authenticating
- Hotspot not visible
Possible Causes
- Band mismatch (2.4GHz vs 5GHz)
- WPA3 incompatibility
- IP lease failure
Step-by-Step Fix
1
Switch to 2.4GHz
Change the hotspot setting on your phone to "Maximize Compatibility".
2
Change Hotspot Name
Avoid special characters in the SSID.
3
Reset Network Settings
On the laptop, reset the WiFi adapter.
When to See a Technician
Some older laptops cannot see 5GHz hotspots; always try 2.4GHz first.
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