Key Highlights
- Wi-Fi connectivity issues in Windows 11 are among the most frequent problems
- The issue could be caused by a missing, out-of-date wireless network driver
- Removing and reinstalling your Wi-Fi driver could be helpful
One of the most annoying problems you can experience is when your Wi-Fi stops working. And on Windows 11, Wi-Fi connectivity issues are among the most frequent problems. User complaints regarding slow Wi-Fi and error messages like “Limited Access” or “No Internet Access” are common.
Most likely, you are not connected to your network and are unable to access the internet if you are unable to access your email, browse the web, or stream music. Here are some things you can do to solve the issue. Also Read | Here’s How You Can Recover Lost Or Deleted Data In Windows 11 Laptops, PCs
Method 1: Remove And Reinstall Wi-Fi Driver
Windows 11 Wi-Fi issues could be caused by missing, out-of-date, or damaged wireless network drivers since they frequently conflict with systems or devices. Therefore, removing and reinstalling your Wi-Fi driver could be a recipe for dealing with Windows 11’s Wi-Fi issue.
We advise you to make a restore point before moving further with the steps in case something goes wrong. With the help of a backup of crucial Windows operating system files and configuration settings, a restore point enables you to return the system to a previous time.
Step 1: Open the program by searching “device manager” in the Windows search box.
Step 2: Double-click Network Adapters. Select Uninstall device from the context menu when you right-click the WiFi driver.
Step 3: Click Uninstall in the pop-up Windows.
Step 4: Restart your computer. After that, it will automatically search your system for stored drivers (which might not be the most recent version) and install them.
Step 5: Reconnect the Wi-Fi and check for any improvement.
Method 2: Run The Network Troubleshooter
Windows comes with powerful troubleshooters by default. It can locate and resolve issues with the Internet, audio, printer, update, and many other things.
Step 1: Press the Windows key and ‘I’ to open the settings on your keyboard.
Step 2: In the System tab, search ‘Troubleshoot’ and select it.
Step 3: Tap on ‘Other troubleshooters’.
Step 4: Next to Internet connections, click “Run.”
Step 5: In the pop-up Windows, select ‘Troubleshoot my connection to the Internet’.
Your internet connection should be detected by the troubleshooter as it runs. Watch to see if it uncovers anything while you wait.
