Quick Fix for Windows 10 Can't Connect to WiFi
Wi-Fi connection issues are common on Windows 10 and can disrupt work and entertainment. This article provides quick solutions to restore your connection.
1. Check for Driver Updates
Outdated or corrupted drivers are a common cause of Wi-Fi connection issues in Windows 10. Updating the network drivers promptly can effectively resolve this issue. We recommend using Driver Sentry to automatically detect and update drivers, saving you time and avoiding the risk of downloading or installing incorrect drivers.
Click the download button to get the latest version of Driver Sentry, install the software, and then click "Scan".
After scanning, it will show which drivers are missing or need updating. Find the network driver in the results list and click the "Upgrade" button.
Once the update is complete, it's recommended to restart your computer to ensure the updated driver takes effect.
2. Restart Devices
Click the "Start" button at the bottom left of the screen, then select "Power".
Choose the "Shut down" option, wait for the computer to shut down completely, and restart it after a few minutes.
Unplug the power cables of the modem and router, wait for three minutes, then plug the modem back in.
Wait another three minutes, and then plug in the router.
3. Reconnect to the Wi-Fi Network
Click the Wi-Fi icon at the bottom right of the taskbar, select your current Wi-Fi network, and click "Disconnect".
Click the Wi-Fi icon again, find your Wi-Fi network name, click to connect, and enter your Wi-Fi password.
After connecting, open a browser or other applications to check if you can access the internet.
4. Reset TCP/IP Stack
Press Win + S, type "Command Prompt", right-click it, and choose "Run as Administrator".
In the Command Prompt window, type the following commands and press Enter after each:
netsh winsock reset (Press Enter)
netsh int ip reset (Press Enter)
ipconfig /release (Press Enter)
ipconfig /renew (Press Enter)
ipconfig /flushdns (Press Enter)
After executing the commands, restart your computer to apply the changes.
5. Reset Network Settings
Press Win + I to open "Settings". Go to "Network & Internet".
In the left menu, click "Status", then scroll down to the bottom of the page and click "Network Reset".
Click the "Reset Now" button and confirm the reset. The system will reset all network adapters and restore the default settings.
After the reset, the system will prompt you to restart your computer. After rebooting, the network settings will be restored to default, and you will need to reconnect to Wi-Fi or configure other network connections.
6. Run Windows Troubleshooter
Press Win + I to open "Settings".
Click "Update & Security" > "Troubleshoot" > "Additional troubleshooters".
Select "Internet Connections" and click "Run the troubleshooter".
The system will automatically detect network issues and provide you with suggestions for fixing them. Follow the on-screen instructions to resolve the issue.
7. Check for System Updates
Press Win + I to open "Settings".
Go to "Update & Security" > "Windows Update" > "Check for updates".
If updates are available, click to download and install them.
After the installation is complete, restart your computer to apply the updates.
Following these steps will help resolve network connection issues. If the problem persists, contact your ISP or seek professional support.
See also:
Fix Kernel Mode Heap Corruption Error
How to Fix Faulty Hardware Corrupted Page on Windows 10
