It can be hard to work on a computer that frequently keeps disconnecting from WiFi Network. You can find below the steps to fix the problem of a Windows 11 computer disconnecting from WiFi.
Computer Keeps Disconnecting from WiFi
In general, the most common reason for Windows 11 computer frequently disconnecting from WiFi Network is due to your computer not being set to automatically connect to WiFi Network.
Apart from this, the problem of Windows computer disconnecting from WiFi can be caused due to Network Adapter drivers becoming damaged or corrupted, the computer being allowed to switch OFF power supply to Network Adapter and other reasons.
1. Set Computer to Automatically Connect to WiFi Network
If your computer is disconnecting from WiFi after every browsing session, the problem is most likely to the computer not being set to automatically connect to WiFi.
1. Click on Network Icon located in the Taskbar.
2. Select your WiFi Network and make sure Connect Automatically option is selected and click on the Connect button.
3. When prompted, enter your WiFi Network Password and click on the Next button.
After this, you should hopefully find your computer consistently being connected to WiFi network.
2. Install Updates
The problem might be due to a Windows update waiting to be installed on the computer.
1. Open Settings > scroll down and click on Windows Update in the left-pane. In the right-pane, click on the Check for Updates button.
2. Allow Windows to check for available updates and download them on your computer.
3. Update Network Adapter Driver
The problem could be due to drivers for the Network Adapter on your computer not being updated.
1. Right click on the Start button and click on Device Manager.
2. On Device Manger Screen, expand Network Adapters entry > right-click on the WiFi Adapter and click on Update Driver Software option.
Tip: If you see multiple entries, look for something that has Network, 802.11b or WiFi in it.
3. On the next screen, select Search automatically for updated driver software option and follow the instructions to install updated driver software (if available).
4. Run Network & Internet Troubleshooter
You can try the built-in Network & Internet Troubleshooter to find and fix WiFi connectivity problem on your computer.
1. Go to Settings > System > scroll down in the right-pane and click on Troubleshoot. On the next screen, click on Other troubleshooters.
2. On the next screen, click on the Run button located in “Network & Internet” tab.
3. Follow onscreen instructions as the troubleshooter tries to find and fix internet connectivity problems on your device.
5. Stop Computer From Turning OFF WiFi Adapter
As mentioned above, the problem could be due to the Network Adapter being frequently switched OFF by the computer, in order to conserve power usage.
1. Right-click on the Start button and click on Device Manager.
2. On Device Manger Screen, expand Network Adapters entry > right-click on the Network Adapter for your computer and click on Properties.
Note: If you see too many entries, look for something that says Network or 802.11b or has Wi-Fi in it.
3. On Network properties screen, switch to Power Management tab and uncheck Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power option.
4. Click on OK to save this Power setting on your computer.
This will prevent your computer from switching OFF power to the WiFi Adapter, which should prevent the WiFi Network password from being erased.
6. Reset TCP/IP
1. Click on Start button and type CMD in the Search bar > right-click on Command Prompt in the search results and select Run as Administrator option.
2. In the Command Prompt window, type netsh winsock reset and press the Enter key.
3. Similarly, type netsh int ip reset and press the Enter key
Close the Command Prompt window, Restart your computer and see if the problem is now fixed.
7. Disable Microsoft WiFi Direct Virtual Adapter
The purpose of Microsoft WiFi Direct Virtual Adapter is to support the sharing of internet connection on your computer with other devices (Hotspot).
Users have reported fixing WiFi connectivity problems by disabling this feature, especially on older computers that do not support the Hotspot feature.
1. Right-click on the Start button and click on Device Manager.
2. On Device Manager screen, switch to View tab and select Show Hidden Devices option in the drop-down menu.
3. On Device Manager screen, right-click on Microsoft WiFi Direct Virtual Adapter and click on Disable Device option.
Note: After disabling Microsoft WiFi Direct Virtual Adapter, you won’t be able to use Mobile Hotspot feature on your computer.
8. Set Low Roaming Sensitivity
Setting Low Roaming Sensitivity prevents the computer from constantly trying to connect to other available networks.
1. Go to Settings > Network & Internet > Advanced Network Settings > scroll down and click on More Network Adapter Options.
2. On the next screen, right-click on your WiFi Network and click on Properties.
3. On WiFi Properties screen, click on the Configure button.
4. On the next screen, select the Advanced tab and set Roaming Aggressiveness value to Lowest or Medium-low level.
Your computer will now have a lesser tendency to disconnect from WiFi and try to connect to other networks.