If you’re experiencing the frustrating issue of having WiFi connected but no internet access on Windows 11, don’t worry. because That’s a common problem that can occur due to various reasons, including network configuration issues, outdated drivers, or ISP-related problems. In this post, we’ll walk you through the best troubleshooting steps to fix this issue and get back online quickly.
Restart Your Router and PC :
Before diving into advanced troubleshooting, try restarting your router and your PC. This simple step can resolve many connectivity issues.
Steps:
• Turn off your router and modem, then unplug them from the power source.
• Wait for about 30 seconds, then plug them back in and turn them on.
• Restart your computer and check if the internet is working.
Run the Windows Network Troubleshooter :
Windows 11 includes a built-in network troubleshooter that can detect and fix connectivity problems automatically .
Steps:
1. Press Windows + I to open Settings.
2. Go to System > Troubleshoot > Other troubleshooters.
3. Find Internet Connections and click Run.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions and check if the issue is resolved.
Check Your Network Adapter Settings :
Your network adapter may be misconfigured, preventing internet access for your PC or laptop.
Steps to troubleshoot :
1. Open Settings and then go to Network & Internet.
2. Click WiFi, and then select Manage known networks.
3. Forget your current WiFi network, then reconnect by entering the password.
4. Restart the DNS Client Service
Restarting the DNS client service can help refresh your network settings :
Steps to restart it:
1. Press Windows + R, type services.msc, and press Enter.
2. Find DNS Client, right-click on it, and select Restart.
3. Check if your internet connection is restored.
Flush DNS and Reset Network Settings :
If there’s a DNS cache issue, flushing it might resolve the problem.
Steps to Flush DNS:
1. Open Command Prompt as an administrator in your Windows 11.
2. Type the following commands one by one and press Enter after each:
-ipconfig /flushdns
- ipconfig /release
- ipconfig /renew netsh winsock reset netsh int ip reset
3. Restart your computer and check your internet connection.
Update your Network Drivers :
Outdated or corrupted network drivers can cause connectivity problems.
Steps to Update them:
1. Press Windows + X and select Device Manager.
2. Expand Network adapters and right click your WiFi adapter.
3. Select Update driver > and Search automatically for drivers.
4. If an update is available, install it and restart your PC.
Disable Proxy and VPN :
Sometimes, a misconfigured proxy or VPN can block internet access for your device.
Steps to disable them:
1. Open Settings > Network & Internet.
2. Click Proxy and turn off Use a proxy server.
3. If you’re using a VPN, disconnect it and check your connection.
Check Your ISP and Firewall Settings :
If none of the above steps work, the issue might be with your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or firewall settings.
Steps to check those:
• Contact your ISP to check if there’s an outage.
• Temporarily disable your firewall or security software and see if it restores internet access.
By following this article or the video below that shows some of the steps we put in this article, you should be able to fix the WiFi connected but no internet issue on Windows 11. If the problem still, consider resetting your router to factory settings or seeking professional technical support.