Kris,   This tweak you should be able to do... Start, control panel, device manager. Click on Network and then right click on your wireless adapter, left click properties, power management. Uncheck the box, allow computer to turn off this device to save power.   Try running WinSock XP Fix    Also try... How can I disable wireless configuration services and enable the Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration services      Rick   
I just set up a new router/modem from Centurylink (C1000A) and am having a problem connecting wirelessly to the internet on my laptop.  I have a Dell 1390 Mini-card.  The laptop shows that I have excellent wireless connectivity.  Is there a setting that I need to change to get my internet to stay connected? Thank you.
Connect to Internet via Wireless Network Connection