Having trouble connecting to the internet on your Windows 10/11 device? This article addresses the frustrating “No Connections Are Available” issue and provides effective solutions to resolve it.
Resolving the “Not connected – No connections are available” error
If you’re experiencing the “Not connected – No connections are available” error on your Windows 10/11 device, don’t worry. We have some helpful solutions to get you back online quickly.
1. Check your network settings:
– Open the Network & Internet settings by right-clicking the Start menu and selecting it from the context menu.
– Ensure that the Airplane mode is turned off.
– Click on Network reset to reset all network adapters to their default settings.
2. Update your network adapter driver:
– Open the Device Manager by right-clicking the Start menu and selecting it from the context menu.
– Expand the Network adapters category.
– Right-click on your wireless adapter and select Update driver.
– Choose Search automatically for updated driver software and let Windows find and install the latest driver.
3. Reset the Winsock catalog:
– Open a Command Prompt window as an administrator by right-clicking the Start menu and selecting it from the context menu.
– Type the command netsh winsock reset and press Enter.
– Restart your computer to apply the changes.
4. Clear the DNS cache:
– Open a Command Prompt window as an administrator.
– Type the command ipconfig /flushdns and press Enter.
– Restart your computer to complete the process.
5. Check for firmware updates:
– Visit your router manufacturer’s website for instructions on how to update the firmware.
– Follow the provided steps to download and install the latest firmware for your router.
These steps should help resolve the “Not connected – No connections are available” error on your Windows 10/11 device. If you’re still experiencing issues, please refer to our comprehensive troubleshooting guide or contact our support team for further assistance.
Resetting network adapters
To reset your network adapters, follow these steps:
Step 1: Press the Windows key + X to open the Power User Menu.
Step 2: Select “Device Manager” from the list.
Step 3: In Device Manager, expand the “Network adapters” category.
Step 4: Right-click on your network adapter and select “Uninstall device”.
Step 5: When prompted, select the option to delete the driver software for the device.
Step 6: Restart your computer.
Upon restart, Windows will automatically reinstall the network adapter driver. This can help resolve any issues with the driver that may have been causing the “No Connections Are Available” problem.
If the issue persists, you can also try updating the network adapter driver manually. To do this, follow these steps:
Step 1: Right-click on the Start button and select “Device Manager”.
Step 2: Expand the “Network adapters” category.
Step 3: Right-click on your network adapter and select “Update driver”.
Step 4: Select the option to search automatically for updated driver software.
Step 5: Wait for Windows to search for and install any available updates for the network adapter driver.
Step 6: Restart your computer.
These steps should help resolve the “No Connections Are Available” issue on Windows 10/11. If you continue to experience the problem, it may be worth considering other troubleshooting steps or seeking further assistance.
Enabling network devices
If you’re experiencing the frustrating “No Connections Are Available” issue on your Windows 10/11 device, we’re here to help you fix it.
First, let’s ensure that your network devices are enabled and properly functioning. Follow these steps:
1. Press the Windows key + X on your keyboard to open the Power User Menu.
2. Click on Device Manager to open it.
3. In Device Manager, expand the Network adapters category.
4. Right-click on your network adapter and select Enable device if it’s currently disabled.
5. If you have multiple network adapters, repeat the above step for each one.
Next, let’s check if your network adapter driver is up to date:
1. In Device Manager, right-click on your network adapter and select Update driver.
2. Choose the option to automatically search for updated driver software.
3. If an updated driver is found, follow the prompts to install it.
If the issue persists, you can try resetting your network settings:
1. Press the Windows key + I on your keyboard to open the Settings app.
2. Click on Network & Internet.
3. Scroll down and click on Network reset.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to reset your network settings.
If none of the above solutions work, you can try disabling and re-enabling your network adapter:
1. Open Device Manager as mentioned earlier.
2. Right-click on your network adapter and select Disable device.
3. After a few seconds, right-click on it again and select Enable device.
Hopefully, one of these steps resolved the “No Connections Are Available” issue on your Windows 10/11 device. If you’re still experiencing problems, we recommend reaching out to our support team for further assistance.
Clearing DNS cache
To clear the DNS cache on your Windows 10/11 computer and fix the “No Connections Are Available” issue, follow these steps:
1. Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
2. Type “cmd” and press Enter to open the Command Prompt.
3. In the Command Prompt, type “ipconfig /flushdns” and press Enter. This will clear the DNS cache on your computer.
4. Wait for the process to complete, and you will see a message confirming that the DNS cache has been flushed.
If you are still experiencing the “No Connections Are Available” issue, you can also try resetting your network settings. Here’s how:
1. Open the Start menu and click on “Settings“.
2. In the Settings window, click on “Network & Internet“.
3. Scroll down and click on “Network reset“.
4. Click on “Reset now” to start the network reset process.
Please note that resetting your network settings will remove all network adapters, including virtual ones, and reinstall them. Make sure to reconnect to your Wi-Fi network and check if the issue has been resolved.
If the problem persists, you may need to contact your Internet Service Provider or check your router settings for any issues.
Updating network adapter drivers
1. Press the Windows key and type “Device Manager” in the search bar. Open the Device Manager from the search results.
2. In the Device Manager, locate the “Network adapters” category and expand it.
3. Right-click on your network adapter and select “Update driver” from the context menu.
4. Choose the option to automatically search for updated driver software. Windows will search online for the latest driver for your network adapter.
5. If Windows finds an updated driver, it will download and install it. Follow any on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
6. After the driver update is complete, restart your computer.
7. Upon restarting, check if the “No Connections Are Available” issue is resolved. If not, you can try uninstalling the network adapter driver and reinstalling it.
8. To uninstall the driver, go back to the Device Manager, right-click on the network adapter, and select “Uninstall device.” Confirm the uninstallation.
9. Restart your computer again. Windows will automatically reinstall the driver.
10. If the issue persists, you can try manually downloading the latest driver from the manufacturer’s website. Visit the manufacturer’s support page and search for the driver specific to your network adapter model.
11. Download the driver and follow any instructions provided by the manufacturer to install it.
Updating your network adapter drivers can improve the performance and stability of your network connection. If you continue to experience issues, it may be helpful to check your network settings, restart your router, or seek further assistance.
Reinstalling network drivers
To reinstall network drivers on Windows 10/11 and fix the “No Connections Are Available” error, follow these steps:
1. Press the Windows key + X on your keyboard to open the Power User Menu.
2. Select “Device Manager” from the list.
3. In the Device Manager window, expand the “Network adapters” section.
4. Right-click on the network adapter that is experiencing the issue and select “Uninstall device.”
5. If prompted, check the box that says “Delete the driver software for this device” and click “Uninstall.”
6. After the driver is uninstalled, restart your computer.
7. Once your computer has booted up, it will automatically reinstall the network driver.
8. If the driver is not automatically installed, you can manually install it by following these steps:
a. Visit the website of your computer’s manufacturer or the network adapter manufacturer.
b. Look for the latest driver for your network adapter model and download it.
c. Double-click the downloaded driver file to run the installation.
d. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
9. After the driver is installed, restart your computer again.
10. Check if the “No Connections Are Available” error has been resolved by opening the Network settings or connecting to a wireless network.
If you continue to experience issues with your network connection, it may be helpful to contact your internet service provider or consult a professional for further assistance.
Changing wireless adapter settings
1. Open the Start menu by clicking the Windows icon in the bottom left corner of your screen.
2. Type “Network Connections” in the search bar and select the “Network Connections” option from the results.
3. In the Network Connections window, locate your wireless adapter. It might be labeled as “Wi-Fi” or something similar.
4. Right-click on your wireless adapter and select “Properties” from the context menu.
5. In the Properties window, click on the “Configure” button.
6. In the next window, navigate to the “Advanced” tab.
7. Look for a setting called “Roaming Aggressiveness” or “Roaming Sensitivity.” This setting determines how aggressively your wireless adapter will search for a better network connection. If it’s set too low, your adapter may not switch to a stronger network even when available.
8. Set the “Roaming Aggressiveness” or “Roaming Sensitivity” to a higher value to allow your adapter to switch networks more readily. You can usually choose between “Low,” “Medium,” or “High.” Experiment with different settings to find the one that works best for you.
9. After making the changes, click “OK” to save the settings.
10. Close the Network Connections window and restart your computer to apply the changes.
By adjusting the roaming aggressiveness of your wireless adapter, you may be able to improve your connection and resolve the “No Connections Are Available” issue.
Troubleshooting network connectivity issues
- Check physical connections
- Ensure that all cables (Ethernet, USB, etc.) are securely plugged in to their respective ports.
- If using a wireless connection, make sure that the Wi-Fi adapter is turned on and connected to the correct network.
- Restart your computer and network devices
- Restart your computer to refresh the network settings and clear any temporary glitches.
- Power cycle your modem, router, and any other network devices by unplugging them from the power source, waiting for a few seconds, and then plugging them back in.
- Run the Network Troubleshooter
- Open the Settings app by pressing Win + I keys.
- Select Network & Internet.
- In the left pane, click on Status.
- Scroll down and click on Network Troubleshooter under the “Advanced network settings” section.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to diagnose and fix any network problems.
- Update network drivers
- Open Device Manager by pressing Win + X and selecting Device Manager from the menu.
- Expand the Network adapters category.
- Right-click on your network adapter and select Update driver.
- Choose the option to Search automatically for updated driver software.
- Wait for the process to complete and then restart your computer.
- Disable antivirus/firewall temporarily
- Open your antivirus or firewall software.
- Locate the settings or preferences section.
- Temporarily disable the antivirus or firewall protection.
- Try connecting to the network again.
- Remember to re-enable the antivirus or firewall after troubleshooting.
- Reset network settings
- Open the Settings app by pressing Win + I keys.
- Select Network & Internet.
- In the left pane, click on Status.
- Scroll down and click on Network reset under the “Advanced network settings” section.
- Click on Reset now and confirm the action.
- Wait for the process to complete and then restart your computer.
- Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP)
- If none of the above steps resolve the issue, it could be a problem with your ISP.
- Contact your ISP’s customer support for further assistance.
