It is a well-known fact that Microsoft shows up with various glitches while the users try to upgrade from Windows 7 or 8 or 8.1 to Windows 10. These glitches can either be hardware or software related which might trouble out the precious time of the users. Such one issue is the “Wi-Fi Adapter Not Working in Windows 10”.

The Microsoft complaint forum is lately filled with statements that questions about the “Wi-Fi Adapter Not Working in Windows 10” issue. As soon as the users upgraded to Windows 10, they couldn’t detect the Wi-Fi Adapter, which was not the case with older versions. If you are experiencing the same, then we have some of the best solutions for you. Read further:

How to Fix the “Wi-Fi Adapter Not Working in Windows 10” issue?

By now, it is clear that the issue arises when the user upgrades to Windows 10 from any of the older versions. Knowing the cause, we can now try the fixes one after the other to check whichever suits your system.

FIX 1: Reset your adapter:

A basic workaround can swiftly solve even some of the most problematic errors at times. Before trying other fixes, press and hold the little button at the back of your adaptor in order to reset. After that, wait for a while until you get the signal back and then try to connect to the internet.

If your system can now detect the Wi-Fi Adapter, then the issue is resolved; if not, then proceed with the next fix in the list.

FIX 2: Change the adapter settings (disable the TCP/IPv6 protocol):

Changing a few adapter settings can help you get along with the “Wi-Fi Adapter Not Working in Windows 10” issue. Here we recommend you to disable the TCP/IPv6 protocol and check whether it helps in your case. For doing so,

  • Firstly, right-click on the Wi-Fi icon (present on the right side of the icon tray at the desktop).
  • Here select the option Open Network and Internet Settings.
  • On the next window, navigate to the right-pane menu and select Change adapter options.
  • From the list of Network adapters, right-click on the one you use (here preferably Wi-Fi) and select Properties from the Sub-menu.
  • Here on the Wi-Fi Properties window, below the Networking tab, locate the option Internet Protocol version 6 (TCP/IPv6).
  • Once found, untick the check box located before the option in order to disable it.
  • Finally, click on OK and then restart your PC in order to make the changes applied.
  • After that, try to connect with the internet once again and check whether the issue is resolved or not.

FIX 3: Ensure that the Wi-Fi signal (s) are not interrupted by any means:

In some cases, the other home appliances can also weaken or sometimes even block the Wi-Fi signal (s). Hence, make sure that no other appliance is kept near the router and weakens the signals, causing difficulties in detecting the Wi-Fi adapter for your system.

FIX 4: Run the Network troubleshooter:

One of the appreciable Windows 10 features is the built-in troubleshooter. These built-in troubleshooters can resolve a number of errors within a few simple steps. For doing so,

  • Firstly, go to the desktop search bar and type Settings.
  • On the Settings window, navigate to Update & Security and choose Troubleshoot from the left-pane menu.
  • Here on the next Troubleshoot screen, locate Internet Connections. If you do not find it there, then go to Additional troubleshooters and locate Internet Connections.
  • Now select Internet Connections and click on the Run the Troubleshooter
  • Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process.
  • Once done, restart your computer and check whether the issue is resolved or not.

FIX 5: Update the Network Adapter drivers:

A corrupt or outdated Network Adapter driver can also cause the “Wi-Fi Adapter Not Working in Windows 10”. In such a case, you need to update the Network Adapter drivers immediately.

As updating the drivers require an uninterrupted network connection. Since your Wi-Fi connection is still unidentical, we recommend you to connect your PC with a mobile hotspot or any other reliable internet source.

To install the most suitable drivers, navigate to your network adapter manufacturer’s website, and locate the relevant drivers. Once found, download and install them into your system. Alternatively, you can also download the drivers on another computer and later move them to your system for the installation process.

However, if you are a computer novice, it is recommended to use an automated driver updating tool.

FIX 6: Switch to the Maximum Performance Mode:

Switching to the maximum performance mode can help you eliminate the “Wi-Fi Adapter Not Working in Windows 10” issue. However, keep in mind that it will put a load on your device, resulting in quick battery drainage. For switching to the maximum performance mode:

  • Firstly, go to the Windows search bar, type Power Management, and select and open Power & Sleep settings from the search results.
  • On the next screen, go to the right pane and select the option Additional Power Settings under the Related Settings.
  • Now in the Power Options window, identify your current plan and then select the option Change plan settings.
  • Now navigate to Change advanced power settings and here locate Wireless Adapter Settings from the list.
  • Once found, change the settings to Maximum Performance.
  • Finally, click on Apply and then OK to make the changes applied.
  • After that, try to connect to the internet and check whether the Wi-Fi adapter is working in your system or not.

FIX 7: Reset TCP/IP stack:

As per some of the suffered users, resetting the TCP/IP stack has helped them get along the “Wi-Fi Adapter Not Working in Windows 10” issue. For doing so,

  • Go to the desktop search bar, type “cmd”, and open Command Prompt with admin access.
  • Now on the Command Prompt window, type the following commands,

netsh int ip reset

netsh int tcp set heuristics disabled

netsh int tcp set global autotuninglevel=disabled

netsh int tcp set global rss=enabled

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  • Make sure you press Enter after each of the commands.
  • Once done, restart your system and check whether it can detect the Wi-Fi adapters and connect with the internet or not.

FIX 8: Perform a registry tweak via Command Prompt:

For performing registry tweak via Command Prompt, follow the steps given below:

  • Go to the desktop search bar, type “cmd”, and open Command Prompt with admin access.
  • Now on the Command Prompt window, type netcfg –s n and then press Enter. It will open a list of drivers, services, and network protocols for you.
  • Here on the list, locate DNI_DNE; if you found out it in the list, then there exists a problem.
  • Now you require to Copy + Paste the follow command and press Enter.

reg delete HKCRCLSID{988248f3-a1ad-49bf-9170-676cbbc36ba3} /fnetcfg -v -u dni_dne

  • The above command would either solve the issue or end you up with an error code 0x80004002. The error code 0x80004002 states that either the value is not in the registry or it needs to be deleted with a slightly different process.
  • In case you receive the error code, go to the desktop Search bar then type “regedit” and open the Registry Editor and navigate to the following path,

HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID{988248f3-a1ad-49bf-9170-676cbbc36ba3}

  • Here find and delete DNI_DNE (if it exists).
  • Once done, try to reconnect the internet and check whether the said issue is resolved or not.

FIX 9: Update the router firmware:

Updating the router firmware can resolve the “Wi-Fi Adapter Not Working in Windows 10” issue. It has worked successfully for quite many suffered users; however, the process is highly tricky, and a wrong step can damage your system entirely.

For updating the router firmware, users have to check the router’s user manual, which guides you with a lot of necessary information. However, we recommend you try it at your own risk or ignore it until you are well versed in similar information.

For expert help, we have provided enough fixes in this article above. We are sure that one or the other fix will help you get rid of the “Wi-Fi Adapter Not Working in Windows 10” issue.

Wi-Fi and internet issues can leave the user with trouble and unnecessary work blockage. If this is the case with you as well, then any of the above solutions may help to resolve the issue quickly. If you have any queries or feedback, please write down the comment in the below comment box.