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Windows 10 is the latest and greatest version of the Windows Operating System, but it is far, far from perfection. Among the many issues that Windows 10 users from all over the globe have faced is their networks adapters and their drivers not working in Windows 10. Some of the Windows 10 users. Hey guys ive just updated to windows 10 but now im having a rough time getting my ethernet adapter to work im Running a z97-a mobo from asus with an i5 4690k on windows 10 and everything works except my internet. I do not have wireless so hopefully someone can point me in the right direction. Since my Windows 10 upgrade, the ethernet capability has stopped functioning properly (the USB ports are fine). If the laptop ever sleeps and is reactivated, or if the laptop is shut down and rebooted, then the ethernet adapter stops working. When this happens the ethernet adapter vanishes from the Device Manager.
I request you to try the following methods and check if that resolves the issue:
Method 1:
Run the Internet Connections Troubleshooter
This troubleshooter is an automated Windows 10 inbuilt tool which finds and fixes the common issues with the Internet Connections on the computer.
Perform these steps to run this tool and check if that helps.
- Press “Windows Logo” from the keyboard.
- Type “Troubleshooting” and press “Enter”.
- In the “Troubleshooting” window, click on “View All” on the left pane.
- Click on “Internet Connections”.
- Click on “Advanced” and then click on “Run as Administrator”.
- Click “Next” and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the troubleshooting process.
Method 2:
Run the Network Adapter Troubleshooter
This troubleshooter is an automated Windows10 inbuilt tool which finds and fixes the common issues with the Network Adapter Settings on the computer. It also checks if the network adapter drivers are up to date or not. It may also provide you some clue about the hardware failures happening to the Network Adapter.
Perform these steps to run this tool and check if that helps.
- Press “Windows Logo” from the keyboard.
- Type “Troubleshooting” and press “Enter”.
- In the “Troubleshooting” window, click on “View All” on the left pane.
- Click on “Network Adapter”.
- Click on “Advanced” and then click on “Run as Administrator”.
- Click “Next” and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the troubleshooting process.
Once after running the troubleshooters, check troubleshooting reports and let’s know the details. You may also try out the suggestions given by the troubleshooter and check if that helps.
You may also refer to the articles given below, try the suggestions given in them and check if that helps:
Wired and wireless network problems
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-IN/windows/network-connection-problem-help#network-problems=windows-8&v1h=win8tab3&v2h=win7tab1&v3h=winvistatab1&v4h=winxptab1
(Applicable for windows 10 also.)
Please wait while the system check for the updates. If updates are found, click on Install updates.
Hope the information helps to fix the issue, if you have any further queries, feel free to post. We are here to assist you.
Thank you.
In this article, I’m going to show you how to fix disabled network adapter in Windows 10 Desktop or laptop. This is a really annoying error that most of the time happens on Windows 10 operating system. This error attempts on Windows 10 desktop. Though the ethernet line is connected to the CPU but again there is not any sign or icon of the network adapter. When you browse device manager. There as well you see miniature yellow triangle icon. This happens due to virus or hardware compatibility and the network adapter will be missed. You’ll not be able to see it on the network area connection as well.
Fix Disabled Network Adapter on Windows 10 Desktop
Although there are several ways to fix disabled network adapter or missing network adapter in Windows 10 but in this post, I will show solitary two ways. Both ways working perfectly. Especially the second method. To solve or Fix Windows 10 Network Adapters Disabled in Network Connections, follow the step by step guide down below.
How to Fix Disabled Network Adapter on Windows 10
Use Network Reset to Reinstall Network Devices
Using network reset should help you to solve the network adapter problem. This can fix connection problems you might have after upgrading from a previous version of Windows to Windows 10, as well as fix problems where you can connect to the Internet, but not to shared network drives. It removes any network adapters you have installed and the settings for them. After your PC restarts, any network adapters are reinstalled, and the settings for them are set to the defaults.
#1. Click on the Start button, then select Settings.
Windows 10 Settings
#2. Choose Network & Internet from the list.
#3. Now the network & internet window will appear. Choose Status from the left-hand side. Navigate to the bottom of the window then click on Network reset.
Reset Network
#4. On the Network reset screen, select Reset now and click Yes to confirm. Wait for your PC to restart and see if that fixes the problem.
After using network reset, you might need to reinstall and set up other networking software you might be using, such as VPN client software or virtual switches from Hyper‑V (if you’re using that or other network virtualization software).
Network reset might set each one of your known network connections to a public network mode. In a public network mode, your PC is not discoverable to other PCs and devices on the network, which can help make your PC more secure. However, if your PC is part of a homegroup or used for file or printer sharing, you’ll need to make your PC discoverable again. To do this, go to Settings>Network & Internet>Wi-Fi. On the Wi-Fi screen, select Manage known networks > the network connection you want to change > Properties, and then turn on the switch under Make this PC discoverable.
The second method is amazing and works 100% on many of the devices. This method is especially for Desktop users that get this error message. Apply the following procedure to fix network adapter connectivity issue.
First, you need EDIMAX WiFi card and that’s so cheap you can buy it from amazon or eBay. If you do not do online shopping just buy it from the computer accessories store. Anyway, if this error really molests you so buy this product then connect to your Desktop. You’ll get the WiFi signal and connect your computer to the internet.
Enable Network Adapter with Edimax
Note: Keep in mind that you don’t need direct internet wire. Because the Adapter is missing and does not work properly. When you connect EDIMAX WiFi card, you will install another network adapter to your device so it means it works correctly. Now follow the step by step guide.
#1. Press Windows key+X and then choose Device Manager.
Choose Device Manager
#2. Once the device manager is opened then expand Network Adapter. Right-click on (Intel R 82579LM Gigabit Network Connection). Navigate to Driver tab then tap on Update Driver.
#3. In the How do you want to search for driver software window? You have two options.
- Search automatically for updated driver software: When you choose the first option, the window will search your computer and the internet for the latest driver software for your device, unless you’ve disabled this feature in your device installation settings.
- Browse my computer for driver software: You can choose your own driver software from your computer manually.
How To Enable Ethernet Connection Window…
Search Automatically for Updated driver
#4. Searching for an online software update.
Searching for an Online Software
#5. Downloading the driver software.
#6. Windows has successfully updated your driver software. Click Close.
Windows 10 Not Showing Ethernet Adapter
Close
Windows 10 Missing Ethernet Network Adapter
When the driver is downloaded, your network adapter should look like the snapshot below.
Conclusion
In this post, I have covered how to fix disabled network adapter on desktop PC. I have mentioned two methods to fix network adapter internet connection. If you have any question regarding this article, feel free to share via the comment section below. Thanks for being with us.
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