How To Troubleshoot Wi-Fi Connection Issues On Windows 11?

To troubleshoot Wi-Fi connection issues on Windows 11, follow these steps based on information from the provided sources:

  1. Run the Network Troubleshooter:

    • Press Windows + I to open Settings.
    • Navigate to System -> Network & Internet.
    • Choose Status, then under 'Change your network settings', click Network troubleshooter. Let the troubleshooter diagnose and attempt to resolve the issue.
  2. Check Basic Requirements:

    • Ensure Wi-Fi is enabled on your device (Start > Settings > Network & internet).
    • Confirm that your router and modem are powered on and functioning normally.
    • Verify that your Wi-Fi password is entered correctly.
  3. Restart Devices:

    • Restart your modem and router.
    • Disconnect and reconnect to your Wi-Fi network.
  4. Update Drivers:

    • Use Device Manager to verify and potentially update your Wi-Fi adapter driver:
      • Right-click the Start icon and choose Device Manager.
      • Locate and expand Network adapters.
      • Find your Wi-Fi adapter, right-click, and select Properties.
        • Go to the Driver tab and check if an update is needed.
          • If necessary, uninstall the current driver and reboot your machine to allow Windows to reinstall the driver automatically.
          • Alternatively, visit the PC manufacturer's website or the adapter vendor's support pages to download the latest driver.
  5. Reset Network Settings:

    • Open Settings via Start > Settings > Network & internet > Advanced network settings.
    • Scroll down to More actions and click Network reset.
    • Follow the onscreen instructions to perform a network reset.
  6. Discard Cache and Flush DNS:

    • Type cmd in the search bar, then right-click Command Prompt and select Run as Administrator.
    • In the command line interface, enter the following commands, pressing Enter after each:
    ipconfig /release
    ipconfig /renew
    netsh winsock reset
    netsh int ipv4 reset
    exit
    
  7. Uninstall Recent Updates:

    • If none of the above steps helped, consider checking for recent Windows updates which might have caused conflicts.
    • Open `Settings > Windows Update > Advanced Options > View update history.
    • Look for recent updates and uninstall those that were installed around the time the issue began.

Remember to restart your computer after applying changes.