There could be many reasons why your WiFi doesn’t work. These are 15 ways to fix your WiFi.
You can still access the internet but your WiFi signal is slow.
Check your WiFi router for lights
Row lights are located at the frontmost WiFi routers and indicate whether your network connections work properly. A red or orange light indicates that there is something wrong.
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Every router has its own set of lights but all have an internet light It indicates whether your internet connection is working properly.
Reboot your Modem & Router
If your WiFi stops working, reboot your router or modem. Before plugging them in, wait at least 30 seconds.
After waiting 30 seconds, plug your modem in. Wait for another 60 seconds. Test your WiFi connection.
Check that your WiFi is compatible with other devices
You can check if your router is working by connecting to it from another device, such as a smartphone.
Rest assured there will not be an outage in your area
Verify that internet access is still available on one device.
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Enter the name of your internet service provider (ISP) to view an “outage map”
An Ethernet cable allows you to connect your WiFi router
This is done by connecting an Ethernet cable to your router from any port.
A woman connects a blue cable to a socket of a Wi-Fi router. Looking back.
Try connecting to your modem if you are having trouble connecting to the internet.
Reset Router to Factory Settings
Try connecting to your modem if you are having trouble connecting to the internet.
You can reset your router to factory settings if it stops working. You can take down your default username and password, along with any modifications or changes made to the settings.
Use a paperclip or other thin object to push the reset button on your router’s back. Keep the button down for 30 seconds, or until your router lights flash multiple times.
You can reset your router or modem to change your password or the name of your WiFi network.
It might not work. This guide will walk you through the steps to update your router’s firmware.
Clear any obstructions that may prevent your WiFi signal from reaching you.
This could indicate a problem with your router’s location. Interference can occur with your WiFi signal.
This step-by-step guide will show you where the best location to place your router is.
Make certain WiFi is on your computer
Your computer might have disabled your WiFi, and the WiFi may not be working. If your WiFi adapter detects no WiFi networks within your area, it will indicate that your WiFi has been disabled.
Open the Start menu to enable WiFi in Windows 10. Click on the Windows-shaped logo at the bottom-left. Next, click Settings. Click Network and Internet. Scroll down to Modify adapter options. Next, click WiFi to activate it
To open System Preferences, click the Apple icon located in the upper-left corner. Next, click Network to open System Preferences.
You can click to apply after you’re done.
Use Your Computer’s Diagnosis Tool
Both Mac and Windows computers come with built-in troubleshooting utilities. These tools will allow you to identify the root cause of network issues and fix them.
For Internet problems on Windows 10, open Settings > Network and Internet. Next, select Status from the left sidebar. Then, click Network Troubleshooter.
Hold down the Options key, then click on the WiFi icon at Apple’s Menu Bar. Next, click Continue.
This tool allows you to monitor your connection and view the Summary page. You can find tips on how to fix your WiFi connection.
How do you resolve IP address conflicts?
Your network will not recognize two devices that use the same IP address simultaneously.
Open Windows Search Box to resolve IP conflicts. Click the magnifying glasses icon at the bottom-left. Next, type Ipconfig/release in the command line.
After the command is finished, type IPconfig/renew into the address bar.
Simply put the Mac to sleep to resolve any IP conflicts. You can then check if your WiFi is working.
Flush DNS Cache
Clearing your DNS cache will clear your browser’s caches for recently visited websites. Your browser may not be able to find the correct address if malware is present in your cache.
To clear your DNS cache, open Windows Search Bar. After the Command Prompt app has opened, type Ipconfig/flushdns into the search bar. Hit Enter.
Go to Settings > Network and Internet > Status if this does not work. Next, click on the Change adapter options. Right, Click WiFi. Next, click Properties. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4). Click Next, and then click Properties. Next, click Properties and select Automatically Obtain an Internet address.
Next, click Advanced.
Open the Applications folder to open Utilities for Mac. Next, open the Terminal app. Type sudo killer-HUP MDNSReponder. Next, hit Enter to enter the administrator password. Close Terminal and restart your computer.
Your password will not be made public. It will not be possible to confirm that the password was entered successfully.
Updating your Network Adapter Drivers
Your computer’s network adapter driver drivers allow it to communicate with your router and other devices in your network. You might lose internet connectivity if your drivers are corrupted or out of date.
Click on the magnifying glass icon at the bottom-left corner to open the Windows Search Box. You can manually update the network adapter drivers for Windows 10 Save your changes by hitting Enter.
To expand Network adapters, use the arrow key. Next, click on the network adapter to select the Update driver.
This will enable Windows to search for the latest driver software.
When you update your Mac’s operating systems,
Remember to add your WiFi network
The computer saves passwords and networks you’ve used automatically. This can cause WiFi to stop functioning.
Navigate to Settings > Internet and Network. Next, select WiFi from the left sidebar. Click on Manage existing networks. Next, click on a network to be forgotten.
Click the Back button in the upper-left corner to add another network. Next, enter your password then click Connect.
Navigate to System Preferences >Network. Next, select WiFi from the left panel. Click the Advanced link in the lower-right corner. Next, choose the network that you wish to be forgotten from the preferred networks window. Click the minus sign below.
Click on the WiFi icon at the Apple Menu Bar to add your network. Next, select your network from the dropdown menu. Enter your WiFi password.
Reset Your Network Settings
You might need to reset the network settings if your WiFi stops working after you have followed these steps. This will delete all network adapters on your computer.
Next, navigate to Settings > Internet and Network. Next, select Status from the left sidebar. Finally, click Network reset. Next, click Reset Now. Wait for your computer’s restart.
Your computer will restart and you’ll be asked to enter your WiFi password once again.
Hit the Command + Shift+ G keys simultaneously to reset your Mac’s network settings. Next select the following files:
- com.apple.airport.preferences.plist
- com.apple.network.eapolclient.configuration.plist
- com.apple.wifi.message-tracer.plist
- NetworkInterfaces.plist
- preferences.list
Click each file and hold down Command. Restart the computer.
Once the WiFi is restarted, the files will be reinstalled in the SystemConfiguration directory. You can move files to the SystemConfiguration area if your WiFi stops working.
To find out why your WiFi doesn’t work, run a traceroute
You can run traceroute to determine why your WiFi is not working. This will display a map of all your network connections and the time it takes to reach a destination URL/IP.
Click the magnifying glasses icon at the bottom-left of the Windows Search Box. Next, type CMD in the search bar. Click on Open.
Open the Command Prompt App and type tracert followed by a space.
Examine the columns for errors, asterisks, or unusually long round trips.
Open a Finder window, and then select Applications. Next, open the Terminal app to navigate to the utility directory.
