Wi-Fi connectivity is one of the most frequent issues whenever you try to connect to Wi-Fi on your Windows 11 computer and encounter a problem. User complaints regarding slow Wi-Fi and error messages like “Limited access,” “Unidentified Network,” or no internet connectivity.
These issues are common on Windows 11. Here is a complete guide on; how to fix any Wi-Fi-related issues. For that, follow the guide till the end. You can also check our guide on; how to fix Bluetooth devices not working on Windows 11.
How to Fix Wi-Fi Issues on Windows 11
When you need an internet connection in your computer or PC, but your Wi-Fi is not working, it is one of the most frustrating issues you have ever encountered. Here are possible ways to fix it.
1. Turn ON the Wi-Fi
First, let us discuss the basics to fix the Wi-Fi issues like turning off the airplane mode, turning on the Wi-Fi and others. For that, follow the following steps:
Step 1: Click on the “Quick Settings” menu. Then check whether the airplane mode is turned off or not. If the airplane mode is “On,” you can not connect to the Wi-Fi network.
Step 2: Once you have turned off airplane mode. “Turn On” Wi-Fi and click on the arrow icon to see the list of Wi-Fi networks available.
Step 3: Select the Network you want to connect to and enter the password. After that, click on the “Next” button to continue.
These steps will help you to connect to the Wi-Fi network. Now let’s try to fix “Limited access,” “Unidentified Network,” or no internet connectivity.
2. Re-enter the Wi-Fi Password
If you want to connect with a previously connected Wi-Fi network, but it is not connecting, that means the Wi-Fi network password has changed. To fix this issue, follow the following steps:
Step 1: Open the “Setting” app. For that, use the Win + I shortcut key.
Step 2: Click on the “Network & Internet” tab from the left panel of the Settings window. Then, select the “Wi-Fi” option.
Step 3: Here you will get the Wi-Fi settings. Click on the “Manage known networks” settings option to manage the previously connected Wi-Fi network.
Step 4: Now tap on the internet source network and click the “Forget” button. Finally, reconnect to your network by entering the new password.
3. Turn Off Metered Connection
If your internet speed is slow and you are getting limited access Wi-Fi issues, you need to turn off the metered connection in your Wi-Fi network settings. To do so, follow the steps mentioned below:
Step 1: Open the “Setting” app.
Step 2: Click on the “Network & Internet” tab from the left panel of the Settings window. Then, select the “Wi-Fi” option.
Step 3: Here, you will get the Wi-Fi settings. Click on the “Manage known networks” settings option to manage the previously connected Wi-Fi network.
Step 4: Now tap on the Wi-Fi network, scroll and “turn off” the metered connection toggle.
4. Reset the Wi-Fi Network Adapter
If you are still facing the same issues, then you can reset the Wi-Fi and any other network adapter settings to fix connection problems, close any running application, and use these steps:
Step 1: Open the “Setting” app. For that, use the Win + I shortcut key.
Step 2: Click on the “Network & Internet” tab from the left panel of the Settings window. Then, scroll below and select the “Advanced network settings” option.
Step 3: Here, you will get the advanced network settings. Under the “More settings” section, click the “Network Reset “tab at the bottom of the page.
Step 4: Then click on the “Reset Now” button. It will remove and reinstall all your network adapters to their original settings.
After that, restart your system and reconnect to the wireless network, and you should once again be able to access the internet.
5. Update the Wi-Fi Driver
If all the above methods don’t fix your Wi-Fi issues, then you can try to update the Wi-Fi driver on your Windows operating system. To update the driver, you can follow the following steps:
Step 1: Open the “Device Manager.”
Step 2: Expand the Network adapters category and locate your wireless network adapter. Right-click on that and select the “Update Driver” option from the context menu.
Step 3: You will get the option “Search automatically for updated driver software.” Click over it, and follow the instructions given by your device. After the whole process is complete, you need to restart your PC.
Conclusion
That’s it; this is how you can fix Wi-Fi issues on Windows 11. Here, we have explained to you the most common issues that are encountered by Windows 11 users when they try to connect with Wi-Fi.
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