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Recover Wireless Password from Windows 7

So you have just purchased your latest new gadget and it is time to connect it to your wireless network. The only issue is you can't remember your Wifi password. If you have an existing Windows 7 device you can recover the password from it using the steps below.
Difficulty Beginner
Time to Complete 5 Minutes
Required Information None
  1. Near the clock there is a network icon. By default it is a wireless strength indicator. Click this icon.

    Windows 7 Recover Wifi Password Step 1

  2. In the new panel that opens at the bottom click the “Open Network and Sharing Center” link.

    Windows 7 Recover Wifi Password Step 2

  3. A new window will open. In the left hand panel click the “Manage Wireless Networks” link.

    Windows 7 Recover Wifi Password Step 3

  4. A new window will open. This will list all the networks you have previously connected to. Find the network you wish to know the password of in the list then left click it to select it. Once selected right click, a menu will open. Click Properties.

    Windows 7 Recover Wifi Password Step 4

  5. In the new window change to the security tab.

    Windows 7 Recover Wifi Password Step 5

  6. Check the “Show Characters” checkbox. The password will then be shown in the “Network Security Key” field. You should now be able to connect to your Wifi using this password

    Windows 7 Recover Wifi Password Step 6