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Fix: No Internet After Windows Update or Fresh Install
Follow our quick guide to fix issues with no internet after windows update
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Windows Update can cause as many troubles as it causes good things. One of the issues that Windows update brings is the disappearance of the Internet connection.
If you faced this problem, don’t worry, because here are a few solutions for No Internet Access or Limited Internet Access.
Here are some more examples and error messages:
How do I fix Internet connection problems after installing Windows updates?
1. Use Device Manager
If the Device Manager fix didn’t help, try to work a little bit in Command Prompt in order to fix your problem with the internet.
2. Use Command Prompt
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OpenCommand Prompt.
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Type each of these commands respectively and hit enter after each one of them:
netsh int tcp set heuristics disabled
netsh int tcp set global autotuninglevel=disable
netsh int tcp set global rss=enabled
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Now to check if the settings are disabled and type: netsh int tcp show global
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Press Enter.
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Reboot your PC and see if the problem is solved.
3. Update the Network adapter driver
There’s a chance the update you just installed is simply incompatible with your Network adapter. So, the next thing we’re going to do is update your Network adapter.
But since you can’t connect to the internet, you won’t be able to update your Network adapter the old-fashioned way, through the Device Manager.
So, use another computer, go to your Network adapter or motherboard manufacturer’s website, and download the latest drivers for your network adapter.
After that, manually install drivers on your computer, and you should be good. If you have any questions, just check our article about updating old drivers in Windows 10.
If you don’t have enough time or you simply want to get over this error by updating your drivers, we recommend you useprofessional driver updater software.
These dedicated tools are a little bit safer because they have large driver databases and can match your hardware with its corresponding driver with no mistake.
4. Clean Boot
Try to perform a Clean Boot to see if there’s any third-party program causing your connection to break.
If you’re interested in how to add or remove startup apps on Windows 10,check out this simple guide. Can’t open Task Manager? Don’t worry, we’ve gotthe right solution for you.
5. Use Network Troubleshooter
The network troubleshooter can be quite helpful in fixingconnection issues, especially when there is no internet connectivity in safe mode.
6. Disable antivirus and firewall
Third-party antivirus programs don’t go along with Windows updates.
Therefore, it’s quite possible that your antivirus is exactly what causes you problems after installing the update. So, considerdisabling your antivirus temporarily, and check if you’re able to connect to the internet.
7. Reinstall your network adapter
There’s also a chance the freshly installed update interferes with your network adapter. Most of the time, updating your drivers should be enough.
However, you might also need to completely reinstall your network adapter.
Once you install the network adapter again, you’ll automatically get the latest version, therefore updating the drivers won’t be necessary.
Now, Windows should automatically recognize and install the Network Adapter shortly after you uninstall it. However, if that doesn’t happen, here’s what you need to do:
8. RunWindows 10Network Reset feature
There’s another (less-known) troubleshooting option for network problems in Windows 10. And that is the Network Reset feature.
As its name says, this feature resets every important Network feature in your system, which can be beneficial for dealing with potential interferences.
That’s about it, we certainly hope at least one of these solutions helped you resolve the problem with the internet connection after installing Windows updates.
If you have any comments, questions, or suggestions, just let us know in the comments below.
If you have any other Internet connection error there’s a big chance you will find a solution in ourFix Internet Connection Errorshub.
If you experienced any other Windows 10 errors we’ve got you covered. Check out ourWindows 10 errorshub.
More about the topics:internet connection errors,windows updates
Ivan Jenic
Windows Hardware Expert
Passionate about all elements related to Windows and combined with his innate curiosity, Ivan has delved deep into understanding this operating system, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
When he’s not tackling diverse driver-related problems, Ivan enjoys watching good movies and spending time hiking with his family and friends.
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Ivan has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
