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5GHz Hotspot is Not Available on Windows 11 [Fix]
Check if the adapter and router support 5GHz connections
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Updated onSeptember 13, 2024
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5GHz is a higher frequency network band some users prefer toset up mobile hotspotswith. However, not all users can create 5GHz hotspots in Windows 11. However, some of our readers who tried to create 5GHz hotspots see an error that says,Network band isn’t available.
Why isn’t 5GHz hotspot available in Windows 11?
There are a number of reasons why your PC or laptop can’t see any 5GHz hotspots when accessing the Wi-Fi connection. Let’s go through some of them:
Now that we know where the problems may come from, let’s see how you can make sure that your PC or laptop supports the 5GHz band.
How can I check if my PC supports the 5GHz band?
Your PC’s network card (and router) must support the 5GHz band for you to create a 5GHz hotspot. So, check that your PC supports 5GHz like this before applying the resolutions below.
If the supported radio type info includes 802.11ac (or 802.11ax), then your PC supports both 5GHz and 2.4GHz. Your PC’s network adapter doesn’t support 5GHz if you can only see 802.11b and 802.11g for supported radio types.
You should now be clear on whether or your PC supports 5GHz. If it doesn’t, you’ll need to upgrade your PC’s network adapter to one that does.
How can I fix the 5GHz hotspot not available error in Windows 11?
Before going forward with the troubleshooting, let’s go through some preliminary measures you can take to fix these problems:
After you have checked all these prerequisites, let’s fix the problem by using the solutions below.
1. Run Windows 11’s network troubleshooter
We also have a full guide onwhat to do if your Windows 11 device can’t find the Wi-Fi networkwhich may come in handy.
2. Reconfigure the network band settings
While you are in Device Manager, it’s a good idea toupdate the Wi-Fi network driver in Windows 11.
3. Disable the Bluetooth, VPN, and virtual machine network adapters
Some of our readers said that after disabling other wireless adapters, they have been able to see the 5GHz connections in Wi-Fi.
That means some of the drivers were conflicting which lead to this problem. After disabling the devices, try to re-enable them until you see which one was causing this, andupdate the driversfor that component.
You can use an automatic tool, such as Outbyte Driver Updater, to scan your device for outdated drivers and immediately update them with the most recent version.
Outbyte Driver Updater
4. Change the power management setting for your network adapter
When your laptop runs out of power, the power-saving feature kicks in, disconnecting some devices to save power.
If you don’t have an outlet close or the charger with you, here’s how you canget the best power efficiency from your Windows 11 device.
5. Check 5GHz is enabled for your router
In most cases, users need to readjust some Wi-Fi adapter settings to get the 5GHz band working for mobile hotspots as outlined above. Failing that, try resetting your network adapter and updating its driver.
Also, note that there are numerousthird-party Wi-Fi Hotspot appsyou can set up mobile hotspots with beyond Settings. One of those apps might enable you to set up a 5GHz hotspot without issues.
Many reported that theirWindows 11 hotspot is slow, and we tackled this issue in our latest guide, so don’t miss it.
There could be more ways to fix the network band isn’t available error for the 5GHz hotspot in Windows 11. Users who have resolved that issue with other fixes are welcome to share their solutions below.
Matthew Adams
Windows Hardware Expert
Matthew is a freelancer who has produced a variety of articles on various topics related to technology. His main focus is the Windows OS and all the things surrounding it.
He is passionate about the tech world, always staying up-to-date with the latest and greatest. With an analytical view, he likes problem-solving, focusing on errors and their causes.
In his free time, he likes to read and write about history and tries to always develop new skills.
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