WLAN goes on and off - that may be the reason

You can surf wirelessly thanks to WiFi. If the WLAN goes on and off, it can quickly become annoying in the long run. Find out in this practical tip what you can do about it.

WLAN turns on and off - you can do that

• If you have a WLAN stick, you should first make sure that you have inserted it correctly.
• In some cases there is a problem with the USB connection. So try a different USB port.
• Basically, you should make sure that you have installed the appropriate driver for the WLAN adapter.
• To check this, open the "Device Manager" from the "Control Panel" and click on "Network adapter".
• Right click on your WiFi adapter and click on "Update Driver Software". Then select "Automatically check for the latest driver software" and wait for the process to finish.

Further tips: WLAN goes on and off

• It can often help if you reinstall the driver for your WLAN adapter. To do this, right-click again on the entry in "Device Manager" and select "Uninstall".
• You can also get the latest and suitable driver for the WLAN adapter via Windows Update or on the manufacturer's website.
• The source of the error can also be the router. Therefore, disconnect the power plug of your router for about 10 seconds and then try again.
• You can also try using a different WiFi channel.
• If you cannot solve the problem in this way, there may be a defect and you should have the WLAN adapter repaired.

In the next practical tip, we have 5 tips on how to make your WLAN more secure.