Overview
Older versions of Intel WiFi drivers have problems maintaining reliable WiFi connections.
EXAMPLE - Laptop decides to leave a near Access Point and move to a far Access Point.
Solution
- Update Driver:
- Download latest Intel WiFi Driver
- Run downloaded driver installer.
- Select to install driver only (deselect ProSelect and any other addons).
- If prompted restart computer.
- Configure Advanced Adapter Settings:
- Open Device Manager
- Double-click Intel WiFi adapter under Network Adapters
- Click on Advanced tab
- Select Roaming Aggressiveness in the Property List
- Change Value to Medium-Low
- Select MIMO Power Save Mode in the Property List
- Change Value to NO SMPS
- Click OK
- If prompted restart computer.