Windows 10: Help fix Virtual Adapter #3 Windows 11

Hello, I was doing a printing job when it stopped and somehow turned off network, how can I fix this before I wipe computer and start all over to manufacturer settings? I have Windows 11, HomeOS Version: 10. 0. 22631 OS Configuration: Standalone Workstation OS Build Type: Multiprocessor FreeSystem Type: x64-based PC

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virtual wifi adapter

Hi Sri,



Thank you for contacting Microsoft Community.

Reinstall the drivers for your Wireless Network adapter.

• Click Start. In the Start Search box type "devmgmt.msc" and press Enter.
• Expand "Network Adapters", double-click on the entry of the Network adapters.
• Click the tab "Driver", click "Uninstall".
• Click Start. In the Start Search box type "appwiz.cpl" and press Enter.
• Remove the entries related to the Wireless Network adapter.

I suggest you to follow the suggestion provided by Andre Da Costa replied on June 4, 2015 from the below link and check if it helps.

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Hope this information was helpful and do let us know if you need further assistance. We will be glad to assist.

 

Hosted network virtual adapter

Hi Pinank,

Welcome to Microsoft Community and we appreciate your interest in Windows 10.

I will definitely assist you.

Lets’ try simple steps and check if this helps in resolving the issue.

Step 1.

I would suggest you to restart the computer and check if it automatically installed the Hosted network virtual adapter.

If the above step did not help to fix the issue.

Step 2.

I would recommend you to go to Device manager and click on Scan for Hardware changes.
It will automatically detect the changes and fix it. Restart the computer once scan is done.

Hope this helps. Post us with the status we will be glad to help you.

 

missing microsoft hosted network virtual adapter

Hi Saqib,

Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community and being a part of Windows 10.

I understand your concern about accessing the Wi-Fi hotspot on your device. Do not worry we will help you with this issue.

Do let us know the following to assist you better with this issue:

• What is the exact issue you are facing with Microsoft hosted network virtual adapter on your device?
• Were you able to see the driver in Device Manager?
• Were you able to see any error code/ error message with this issue?

This issue might have occurred due to corrupted drivers on your device. Try the below troubleshooting steps and check if it helps.

Step 1: Run Network Adapter troubleshooter

Network Adapter troubleshooter find and fix the problems with wireless and other Network Adapter.

1. Click on
Start; in the start search type Troubleshooter and hit
Enter.

2. In the left pane, click on View all.

3. Click on
Network Adapter Troubleshooter.

4. Select
Advance and click on Run as Administrator.

5. Click
Next and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the troubleshooting process.

Step 2: If you are able to find the drivers in Device Manager check for the device status.

Follow:

• Press Windows + X keys from the keyboard, click on Device Manager.
• Expand Network Adapter, right click on the driver.
• Click on Properties and check the device status.

Step 3: I suggest you to update the network adapter driver from device manager.

Follow the below steps:

• Press Windows key + x key on your keyboard.
• Select Device manager.
• Expand Network adapters. Right-click on the device and click
  Update Driver Software.
• Restart the computer and check if the issue persists.

Refer to the article by Andre Da Costa about:
How to: Install and Update drivers in Windows 10 and check if it helps.

Hope it helps. Get back to us with an updated status of this issue and required information for further assistance.