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Windows 10 network adapter is missing [Fixed]
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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If you have upgraded your PC to Windows 10, network problems may occur from time to time.If your PC fails to recognize the adapter, you won’t be able to see it in the Device Manager.
In the event ofInternetfailures or network problems, a quick check of thenetwork adapteroften helps.
This way you can rule out that this is the cause of the problem. In the following lines you will find sure ways to fix your problems with network adapters.
How do I fix the Windows 10 network adapter missing error?
1. Change the adapter settings
A network adapter is an interface between the Windows operating system and a network connection.
2. Update your drivers
The error is often caused by outdated or missing drivers. In this case, you may not appear in the Device Manager panel which is why we recommend you use dedicated software to update it.
The software uses its own comprehensive database to find the newest driver version for your hardware. It is light and simple. Just let it run a scan and it will find and fix all driver-related issues on your whole PC.
⇒Get Outbyte Driver Updater
3. Activate and deactivate network adapter
Activation and deactivation is done via the context menu. If you want to disable the network adapter orEthernet portof your Windows PC, this is possible, by following the above-mentioned steps.
4. Reset the network adapter
After you complete the steps, the computer will restart automatically, and on reboot, you should now be able to connect to theinternet.
5. Uninstallthe network adapter
After you complete the steps,Windows 10should automatically detect and reinstall the driver again, fixing the network problem.
6. Use the Network troubleshooter
The first thing you are going to do is also the easiest one. You are simply going to run the network troubleshooter and let it do the job for you.
In the above lines it’s shown how to run the network troubleshooter inWindows 10.
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Teodor Nechita
Eager to help those in need, Teodor writes articles daily on subjects regarding Windows, Xbox, and all things tech-related.
When not working, you may usually find him either at the gym or taking a stroll in the park, trying to find inspiration for the next articles he may write.
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