How to Fix Wi-Fi Connection Problems in Windows

Struggling with Wi-Fi issues on Windows? Qureasy offers simple, effective fixes to restore your wireless connection quickly and reliably.

Step 1: Check Your Wi-Fi Signal and Router

Before troubleshooting your computer, ensure the issue isn’t with your Wi-Fi signal or router.

Check if other devices (e.g., your phone or tablet) can connect to the same Wi-Fi network.
Move closer to the router to rule out weak signal strength.
Restart your router by unplugging it for 30 seconds and plugging it back in.

Why this matters: Wi-Fi issues are often caused by router problems or weak signals. Confirming this saves time.

Step 2: Restart Your Computer and Wi-Fi Adapter

A simple restart can often resolve temporary glitches.

Restart your computer to refresh the system and network settings.
If the issue persists, disable and re-enable your Wi-Fi adapter: Press Windows + X and select Device Manager. Expand the Network adapters section. Right-click your Wi-Fi adapter (e.g., Intel Wireless AC-9560) and select Disable device. Wait a few seconds, then right-click it again and select Enable device.

Why this matters: Restarting your computer and adapter can clear temporary network issues and reset the connection.

Step 3: Update Your Wi-Fi Driver

Outdated or corrupted Wi-Fi drivers can cause connection problems.

Open Device Manager by pressing Windows + X and selecting it from the menu.
Expand the Network adapters section.
Right-click your Wi-Fi adapter and select Update driver.
Choose Search automatically for drivers and let Windows find and install the latest version.
If Windows doesn’t find an update, visit your PC or adapter manufacturer’s website and download the latest driver manually.

Why this matters: Driver updates often fix bugs, improve performance, and add support for new network standards.

Step 4: Forget and Reconnect to the Wi-Fi Network

Sometimes, the saved network profile can become corrupted.

Go to Settings > Network & Internet > Wi-Fi.
Click Manage known networks.
Select your Wi-Fi network and click Forget.
Select your Wi-Fi network and click Forget.

Why this matters: Forgetting and reconnecting to the network ensures you’re using a fresh, uncorrupted network profile.

Step 5: Reset Network Settings

If the issue persists, resetting your network settings can help.

Go to Settings > Network & Internet > Status.
Scroll down and click Network reset.
Click Reset now and confirm. Your computer will restart, and all network settings will be reset to default.

Why this matters: Resetting network settings clears any misconfigurations and restores default values, which can resolve persistent issues.

By following these steps, you should be able to resolve most Wi-Fi connection problems in Windows. If the issue persists, it may be worth checking for hardware issues (e.g., a faulty Wi-Fi adapter) or contacting your internet service provider (ISP) for further assistance.