Windows 10: HVsilcs Network Adapter disappearing.

Hello Everyone.

In the past I have a created some threads about Windows Defender Application Guard and several issues I have come to found.


Previously, I managed to get it to run by doing a fresh install after upgrading to 1903.


The issue is that I cannot find the adapter and thus WDAG is not working again. I have tried reinstalling WDAG through all the methods discussed previously (using the answers provided by MVPs and other users, thank you all).


I disabled and re-enabled the feature through both the Control Panel and Powershell methods but it does not create the adapter again which is essential to WDAG.





I got other network adapters running and working but I cannot seem to recover that one adapter.


The only method I know works for sure is doing a Fresh Install but I hope there is an alternative solution as it takes hours for the install to finish simply to get this one adapter back and WDAG in working order.


I was using WDAG for the past few days and it is an amazing feature that I wish to keep given it is the most lightweight virtualization option available, and so far, it works with even some multimedia intensive sites which is impressive.


If anyone has an answer to this I would appreciate it.


Kind Regards -Kenny.


Edit: Grammar.

:)

 

network adapters

Hi, Michael.



Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

As per my understanding, you may be facing an issue with your driver updates.

I suggest that you perform the steps mentioned below and check if it helps you resolve your issue.



Method 1: Network troubleshooting

• • • On the search bar type “Troubleshooting”
    • Click on “Network and Internet”
    • Click on “Network Adapter” and run the troubleshooter.

Method 2: Download and install the latest firmware updates for the Network adapter

Follow these steps to un-install the drivers:

• On the search bar type “ Device Manager”
• On the left pane locate “Network Adapter” and expand by clicking on it
• Right on the “ Network driver” option and click “Uninstall’
• Download the latest Wireless network adapter driver setup file from the manufacturer’s website and install it.

Your reply is very important for us to ensure a proper resolution. Please get back to us with the above information in order to assist you accordingly.

For further assistance, you can post your query in Microsoft Community

 

Wireless adapter not found in Device Manager

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Ever since I ran a power cycle the adapter has not appeared in the Device Manager.

Does anyone believe removing the adapter and putting it back would solve the issue? I would rather not open my computer if there is little chance of it solving the issue. I am a complete novice doing this.

Not sure if this is relevant but in my Network Adapter in Device Manager there was "Microsoft Kernel Debug Network Adapter". It has since disappeared.

 

Issues with network adapters

Hi Alfonso,

To resolve this issue, we suggest that you run the Network troubleshooter when you switch from WiFi to Ethernet connection. The Network troubleshooter can help diagnose and fix common connection problems including clearing the network cache to obtain a new
IP from the new network. Kindly follow the steps below:

• In the search box on the taskbar, type Identify and repair network problems, and then select
  Identify and repair network problems from the list of results.
• Follow the steps in the troubleshooter and see if that fixes the problem.

If the issue persists, kindly try the troubleshooting steps on the following link:

Fix network connection issues in Windows 10.

We recommend that you try the steps on the Update the network adapter driver,
Run the Network troubleshooter followed by networking commands, and Use network reset to reinstall network devices sections.

Let us know how it goes for us to assist you further.