wifi not working on laptop solution

wifi not working on laptop solution

General WiFi Troubleshooting Steps:

  1. Restart Your Laptop & Router

    • Turn off your laptop and router, wait 30 seconds, and turn them back on.
  2. Check WiFi Toggle & Airplane Mode

    • Ensure WiFi is turned on (use the function key like Fn + F2 on some laptops).
    • Disable Airplane mode.
  3. Forget & Reconnect to WiFi

    • Go to Settings > Network & Internet > WiFi, click your network, and choose "Forget." Then reconnect.
  4. Update or Reinstall WiFi Drivers

    • Open Device Manager (Win + X > Device Manager).
    • Expand Network Adapters, right-click your WiFi adapter, and select Update driver.
    • If updating doesn’t work, try Uninstall driver and restart your laptop.
  5. Run Windows Troubleshooter

    • Go to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Internet Connections and run the troubleshooter.
  6. Reset Network Settings

    • Go to Settings > Network & Internet > Status > Network Reset and click "Reset Now."

Brand-Specific WiFi Fixes

Dell Laptops

  • Run Dell SupportAssist to check for driver updates.
  • Check BIOS settings (F2 on boot) to ensure WiFi is enabled.

HP Laptops

  • Use HP Support Assistant to update drivers.
  • Try pressing F12 or the dedicated WiFi button to enable the adapter.

Lenovo Laptops

  • Open Lenovo Vantage to check for WiFi updates.
  • Go to BIOS (F1 on boot) and enable Wireless LAN if disabled.

Acer Laptops

  • Use Acer Care Center to update drivers.
  • Some models have a physical WiFi switch—check if it’s turned on.

Asus Laptops

  • Run MyASUS app for diagnostics.
  • Try Fn + F2 to enable WiFi.

MSI Laptops

  • Update drivers via MSI Dragon Center.
  • Some gaming models have a Killer WiFi adapter—update using Killer Control Center.
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