Issue Description
Wi-Fi may connect and disconnect repeatedly, causing dropped calls, slow browsing, or loss of internet access.
Common Causes
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Power management turning off the adapter
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Outdated or unstable Wi-Fi drivers
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Router channel interference
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Corrupted network configuration
Step-by-Step Solution
Step 1: Disable Power Saving for Wi-Fi
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Right-click Start → Device Manager
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Expand Network adapters
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Right-click your Wi-Fi adapter → Properties
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Go to Power Management
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Uncheck Allow the computer to turn off this device
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Click OK
Step 2: Update Wi-Fi Driver
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In Device Manager → Network adapters
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Right-click Wi-Fi adapter → Update driver
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Select Search automatically for drivers
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Restart after update
? If the issue started after a driver update, choose Roll Back Driver instead
Step 3: Reset Network Settings
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Open Settings → Network & Internet → Advanced network settings
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Click Network reset
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Select Reset now
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Restart when prompted
Step 4: Change Router Wi-Fi Channel
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Log in to your router’s admin page
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Change channel to 1, 6, or 11 (2.4 GHz)
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Save and restart router
Explore Further
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Test using Ethernet cable
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Check signal strength and distance
Prevention & Best Practices
Keep drivers updated and avoid aggressive power-saving settings.