I have a red x over my network status indicator in Windows 7 which is very annoying. My computer locked up and then it statred showing the red x. Is there a way to get rid of it?

This could be autodisconenct issue. Try to modify autodisconnect by following this link. configure autodisconenct How to configure the AutoDisconnect time on W2K/XP. When attempting to connect to another Wi2K/XP computer, you may receive the following error message: “No ... www.howtonetworking.com/Windows/xpautodisconnect.htm Bob Lin, MS-MVP Networking, Internet, Routing, VPN Troubleshooting on http://www.ChicagoTech.net How to Setup Windows, Network, VPN & Remote Access on http://www.howtonetworking.com

Hi, It can be caused by power settings. Please check the power management setting for your network adapter. Go to Device Manager, right click the network adapter and choose properties. On power management tab, clear the option for Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power. In addition, please update the network adapter driver from the manufacture's site manually. Uninstall the current one and install the new one. Best Regards, NikiPlease remember to click "Mark as Answer" on the post that helps you, and to click "Unmark as Answer" if a marked post does not actually answer your question. This can be beneficial to other community members reading the thread.