WiFi inoperable

[Frank C.]

Newbie here. I have been using the wifi with my iMac for some time, but it recently quit. The icon in the upper right of the screen is "x"'d out. I am now running with a cable connect. Any suggestions for getting back my wifi?

 

[honestone]

Something must have happened with the Network settings. Go to System Preferences, and select the Network Preference pane.

 

[Frank C.]

The wifi was turned off. I tried to turn it on, but nothing happens. Also, when I right click on the wifi symbol in the upper right info bar, it says no hardware installed. Sounds like something fried itself.

 

[honestone]

Could it be an issue with the router? Also, via the Network Preference Pane, it is a simple matter to switch back to an Ethernet Cable connection.

And finally, do you remember the Network name?

 

[Frank C.]

It could be a modem/router issue, but I don't think so 'cause my ipad works ok. I have already plugged in the ethernet cable, thus my ability to be online. I have the nework name set to automatic and there are three options under that drop menu: castlelink and two with dates. I have tried all three to no avail.