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[Fixed] No Internet, Secured Wi-Fi Error on Windows 10
First, check if only your device cannot connect to the Wi-Fi hotspot
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Updated onApril 17, 2024
updated onApril 17, 2024
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You’re working on your laptop and suddenly, your internet connection drops only to see theNo internet, securedmessage on Windows 10 instead ofConnected. The same thing happened to many here, at Windows Report, and we’ve managed to replicate this error in a controlled environment.
Why is it showingNo Internet, Securedon Windows 10?
How do I fix theNo Internet, securedOn Windows 10?
Before starting any complicated troubleshooting, perform the following checks:
1. Run the Internet Connections troubleshooter
If the issue is present, try running theNetwork Adaptertroubleshooter and check if that solves your issue.
You might think that the internet and network troubleshooters don’t do much but from the tests performed by the Windows Report software team, they fixed the problem like this in 80% of the cases.
2. Reset your Network Configuration
After running these commands, your network configuration will reset and the issue should be resolved.
According to our software experts at Windows Report, you might be able to fix this problem simply by resetting your network configuration with the Command Prompt command lines listed above.
3. Update the network adapter drivers
If you keep gettingNo Internet, securedmessage, the problem might be your drivers. Outdated drivers can cause this issue to appear, and in order to fix the problem, it’s advised to download and install the latest drivers for your network adapter.
To do that, you’ll need a device with stable Internet access. Now you need to visit the manufacturer of your network adapter and download the latest drivers for your device. After doing that, transfer those drivers to your PC and try to install them.
Updating the drivers manually can be a tedious task, but if you want toupdate all your driverswith a single click you can always rely onspecialized driver updating tools.
4. Change Your Adapter Settings
If the issue persists, change your adapter settings. You can access the adapter settings option from the Network and Sharing Center window.
5. Reinstall the Network Adapter
Try uninstalling the network adapter and reinstalling it again so that Windows recognizes the adapter anew on the next startup.
6. Make sure that Required Network Features are Enabled
According to users, sometimesNo Internet, securedmessage can appear if certain features aren’t enabled. After enabling these features, save changes and check if the issue is resolved.
If the problem still persists, disable your network adapter, wait for a few seconds, and turn it back on again.
Several users reported thatReliable Multicast Protocolis crucial for solving this problem, so be sure that this feature is enabled.
It’s also worth mentioning that several users managed to solve this problem simply by disablingInternet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6), so you might want to try that as well.
7. Uninstall Problematic Applications
According to users, sometimesNo Internet, securedmessage can appear due to third-party applications. The common cause of this problem can be applications that manage your network connections.
If you installed any software prior to this issue, uninstall it and restart your computer to see if that solved the No internet, Secured issue. Some of our readers reported that the ProSet application caused this problem on their PC, but after removing it, all returned to normal.
8. Enable the Use Random Addresses for This Network feature
If you’re having problems withNo Internet, securedmessage on your Windows 11 PC, you might be able to solve the problem simply by changing your network settings. After enabling this feature, you need to check if the problem is resolved.
More issues that you may have encountered
To summarize our guide, first, identify if this is a problem with your Windows 10 device or the router or services you’re trying to connect to. If it’s your device, run the dedicated troubleshooter, reset the network configuration, and update or reinstall your network drivers. Our software testing team successfully fixed the issue on more than 20 machines by following these steps.
If none of your devices can connect to the Wi-Fi hotspot, restart your router and contact your ISP to verify if is delivering the services or if it has a temporary issue. You can get through this issue by using a mobile hotspot or a cable connection for the moment.
If you think we’ve missed some other helpful procedures, let us know in the comments.
More about the author:
Radu Tyrsina has been a Windows fan ever since he got his first PC, a Pentium III (a monster at that time).For most of the kids of his age, the Internet was an amazing way to play and communicate with others, but he was deeply impressed by the flow of information and how easily you can find anything on the web.
Prior to founding Windows Report, this particular curiosity about digital content enabled him to grow a number of sites that helped hundreds of millions reach faster the answer they’re looking for.
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Radu Tyrsina
Radu Tyrsina has been a Windows fan ever since he got his first PC, a Pentium III (a monster at that time).
For most of the kids of his age, the Internet was an amazing way to play and communicate with others, but he was deeply impressed by the flow of information and how easily you can find anything on the web.
Prior to founding Windows Report, this particular curiosity about digital content enabled him to grow a number of sites that helped hundreds of millions reach faster the answer they’re looking for.
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