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Hello Computer gurus!!!

i have a problem with my vaios wifi switch, its well broken the light is off even when its switched to the on position and none of my wireless networks are working ive been forced to use a realy long ethernet cable ITS DRIVING MY CRAZY!!! so heres how it happend

i was taking my laptop over to my desk in my bedroom when i tripped and dropped it
BANG!!!
i imedietly picked it up ran over to my desk to turn it on to see if it still worked
every thing seemed fine so i closed it up.

the next day i tryed to go on skype to chat to my freinds but for some reason i coudent connect so i check my wifi switch it was turned off so i turned it on nothing happend ):< THE END.

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A short, practical triage for ’s Vaio after the drop. is right that a hands‑on repair may be needed, but several quick checks will show whether this is a software/configuration problem or a physical failure. The steps below list safe diagnostics, simple hardware checks for someone comfortable opening a laptop, and immediate workarounds.

Software and firmware checks first. Confirm Windows actually sees the wireless adapter (Device Manager → Network adapters). If the adapter is listed but the radio is off, reinstall/update the wireless driver and any Sony VAIO utilities (VAIO Smart Network / VAIO Control Center / VAIO Event Service on older models). Check BIOS/UEFI for a wireless/radio option and Windows Airplane mode. Quick command checks:

netsh wlan show drivers
netsh wlan show interfaces
ipconfig /all

If a Linux live USB (Ubuntu, etc.) detects the card, that points to a Windows/driver issue rather than broken hardware.

Simple hardware checks if software steps fail. Inspect the physical switch area for cracked plastic or loose movement—mechanical switches often break after a drop. If comfortable opening the machine: power down, remove AC and battery, ground yourself, open the access panel, locate the mini‑PCIe/M.2 Wi‑Fi card, and confirm the two small antenna leads are clipped on and the card is seated. Carefully reseat the card and connectors, reassemble, then test. Stop and seek pro help if unsure; disassembly can void warranties or cause damage.

Workarounds and repair choices. A USB Wi‑Fi dongle will restore wireless immediately if the internal switch is dead. If Live Linux does not see the adapter and reseating doesn’t help, the switch assembly, antenna wiring, or motherboard trace is likely damaged and needs hands‑on repair or part replacement. For low cost, replacement Wi‑Fi cards and switch assemblies for many Vaio models are commonly available; otherwise use a local repair shop or Sony service.

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hi, now this is just an opinion based on my experience fixing ccomputer , Bang!!! it hit the floor,and you expext us to solve it from miles away ,cant be done ,we would need to have it in our hands to check for damage .just my opinion ,someone else may think different and have an answer for you ,good luck

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