Windows 10: DNS-PROBE-FINISHED-NXDOMAIN Error

Hello all! So I have had issues with my computer being unable to properly find DNS servers for a week or two now. I swear I have tried every solution given on the internet and then some, still with no luck. I even factory reset my laptop hoping that may fix something it didn't. So, here is what I've tried:

• Restarting the router I can still access these websites/applications on other devices though, so I know it's my laptop that has a problem
• Updating my laptop
• Factory reset of laptop
• Restarting DNS Client Service
• Changing the DNS to a public server
• DNS flush
• Releasing and renewing IP
• Going through and checking EACH INDIVIDUAL DRIVER on my computer for updates
• Checking my ipv4 and ipv6 adapter settings
• Reset network adapter

Each of these things being done more than once. I am really at a loss here, the constant migraine and sleep loss this has caused is unbearable. Can someone PLEASE help? It would be greatly appreciated, thank you so much!

:)

 

dns probe finished no internet


Hi Oxide,

After some trial-and-error testing of all suggested fixes, which I found over the internet, here’re what worked for me to solve "DNS Probe Finished No Internet" issue and might work for you as well.

Method 1: Change Default DNS Address to Open DNS

Here all you have to do is change your default automatically obtained DNS server addresses to open DNS or Google DNS. To do this, follow below mentioned steps:

Step 1: Right click on Network icon located in Windows Task Bar Menu.

Step 2: Click on ‘Open Network and Sharing Center.’





Step 3: Click on Local Area Connection with whom who are presently connected and click onProperties.

Step 4: Select ‘Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)’ and click on Properties.

Step 5: Now in newly opened windows, select the radio button that reads ‘Use the following DNS server address:’

Step 6: Now in the ‘Preferred DNS Server’ box type in 208.67.222.222 and in ‘Alternate DNS Server’ type in 208.67.220.220.

Step 7: Now check the box that says ‘Validate settings upon exit’ and then click on OK. That’s it.

 

dns probe finished nxdomain??

Hi,

To better assist you, provide the following information:

• Are you trying to access a specific website?
• Is it the same "...DNS address could not be found." message when you try to visit other websites?
  
• Have you tried using another browser?

We suggest that you configure the DNS server addresses.

Here's how:

• Open Control Panel by pressing Windows +
  X, and then select Control Panel.
• Click on Network and Internet.
• Click on Network and Sharing Center.
• On the right pane, click Change adapter settings.
• Right-click on your internet device, either WiFi or Ethernet, and then select
  Properties.
• Select Internet Protocol Version 4.
  
  
  
  
  
• Select Use the following DNS server addresses, and then type in the following:
  
  Preferred DNS server: 208.67.222.222
  
  Alternate DNS server: 208.67.220.220
  
  
  
  
  
• And then click OK.

Regards.

 

DNS probe finished no internet message

Hi Mama. I'm Greg, an installation specialist, 10 years Windows MVP, and Volunteer Moderator here to help you until the problem is solved.

See fixes for the error here:

https://www.incrediblelab.com/fix-dns-probe-fin...

https://windows101tricks.com/fix-dns-probe-fini...

https://medium.com/@win10tricks/fix-dns-probe-f...

https://windowsreport.com/fix-error-code-dns_pr... (avoid ad links)

If those don't help then Run this flash tool to make sure it's enabled and current:

Flash Player Help

If that's not enough then reset Chrome following this guide:

https://www.lifewire.com/how-to-reset-google-ch...

If that doesn't fix it then Reinstall Chrome:

Right click empty area of Task bar to open Task manager​.

If necessary show More Details

Under "Processes," look for "Google Chrome" or "chrome.exe."

Click it, then click End process.

Then go into C:\Program Files and C:\Program Files (86) to find the Google folder and delete the Chrome Folder.

You may need to Take Ownership first using this handy tool that will install to your right click mouse button:

https://www.askvg.com/add-take-ownership-option...

On the View tab of File Explorer then tick Hidden Files, open C:\Program Data to do the same.

Go into Start > Windows Settings (gear icon) > Apps > Apps & Features > Google Chrome > Uninstall.

Restart PC to reinstall Chrome from fresh download here:
https://www.google.com/chrome/

I hope this helps. Feel free to ask back any questions and let us know how it goes. I will keep working with you until it's resolved.

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