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Reset Network Adapter in Windows 11: 3 Easy Ways to do it
A network adapter reset can fix most connectivity-related problems
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Published onJune 14, 2024
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Network issues are fairly common on the latest iteration of Windows, be it problems connecting to Wi-Fi or intermittent loss of connectivity. In all such cases, a network adapter reset on Windows 11 does the trick!
For the unversed, a network adapter is a physical device that allows your PC to communicate over the network and connect to the Internet. The process to reset the network adapter on HP, Dell, Lenovo, Asus, or any other laptop running Windows 11 is rather straightforward, and won’t take more than a minute!
How can I reset the network adapter in Windows 11?
1. Reset the network settings
Resetting viaSettingswill reinstall all the network adapters, thus reconfiguring them back to their original state. It’s the quickest way to reset the network adapters in Windows 11!
2. Reset the adapter via Command Prompt
This isn’t exactly a network adapter reset, but it pertains to resetting the network settings that usually trigger issues on Windows 11.
For a network adapter reset, you will have to execute the following command:netcfg -d
The command basically removes all network-related devices from the PC.
I would personally recommend that you don’t run the command since it triggers a host of issues, includingloss of Internet connectivity, corrupt driver state, andmissing network adapters. Subsequently, users are forced toreinstall Windows 11or perform a repair upgrade.
If you absolutely have to run the command,create a restore pointfirst to be on the safe side!
3. Reinstall the network adapter
If the previous methods didn’t work, you can always reinstall the network adapters along with the drivers, which will effectively reset them to the default state. In case any of the adapters don’t work post reinstall,manually install the network adapter drivers.
Is it OK to reset network adapter?
As long as it’s done carefully, there’s no harm in resetting the network adapter on Windows 11. But you shouldn’t do it frequently as it erases all the network-related settings.
Perform a network reset only when facing major issues with the network adapter or connectivity and theNetwork and Internettroubleshooter doesn’t work!
If theWi-Fi keeps disconnectingor aWi-Fi network is not found, there are other quicker solutions that do the trick!
If you face any issues or need help with a step, drop a comment below, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
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Kazim Ali Alvi
Windows Hardware Expert
Kazim has always been fond of technology, be it scrolling through the settings on his iPhone, Android device, or Windows PC. He’s specialized in hardware devices, always ready to remove a screw or two to find out the real cause of a problem.
Long-time Windows user, Kazim is ready to provide a solution for your every software & hardware error on Windows 11, Windows 10 and any previous iteration. He’s also one of our experts in Networking & Security.
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Kazim Ali Alvi
Windows Hardware Expert
Kazim is specialized in hardware devices, always ready to remove a screw or two to find out the real cause of a problem.
