Activate Windows 10 WiFi - so it'll work
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A WLAN network saves you annoying cables. However, if the WLAN cannot be activated under Windows 10, you can solve this error yourself in just a few simple steps. You can find out how to do this in this practical tip.
WLAN cannot be activated under Windows - update the driver
The adapter requires the latest driver so that you can connect to the WLAN network wirelessly.
- This can usually be installed via Windows Update. If you know the manufacturer, you can also download the latest driver from the manufacturer's website.
- After you have installed the current driver, restart the PC and then try to establish a connection via WLAN.
- With some devices it must also be set that the associated service starts automatically. To do this, go to "Control Panel"> "Administrative Tools"> "Services".
- Look for the entry "Automatic WLAN configuration" and right click on this entry. Select "Properties" and under "Start type" the option "Automatic". Save with "OK".
- In some cases, the "BitDefender" program ensures that your WLAN cannot be activated. If you have installed this program, switch it off briefly and then try again to connect to the WiFi network.
Other solutions: Windows WLAN cannot be activated
- If you have installed a VPN program on your PC, errors in the configuration may block the Internet connection. Therefore, uninstall it to test whether the WLAN can be activated afterwards.
- With a laptop, you can also try to activate WLAN using the [Fn] key. To do this, you must hold down the [Fn] and WLAN buttons.
- Especially on Windows 8 and Windows 10, you should make sure that you have the latest updates installed for your system. You can get this via Windows Update.
- Otherwise, take a look at the "Device Manager". If the WLAN adapter is listed there but has an exclamation mark, double-click on it to solve the problem.
- The signal may also be disturbed or your computer may be too far from the router. With these simple tricks you can improve the WiFi reception.
- If these tips are unsuccessful, the WLAN adapter may be defective and you need to replace it.
If your WiFi reception works again, you can also add cool features to it. We have summarized the most useful tools for your WiFi network for you in the next article.