Windows 10: Is there a simple script to reset the wi-fi adapter

As Windows 10 evolves, and my hardware gets older, I am finding that wi-fi connections on both laptops (HP/Compaq PresarioCQ57, and Dell latitude E6400) are dropping more frequently.

I guess that the Microsoft Windows 10 driver updates are less compatible with the old hardware than they used to be - I rarely, if ever, had (or have on occasions I still use Windows 8.1) any dropouts with Windows 8/8.1.

I also believe that TCP/IPv6 (which my network provider's router cannot utilize) is the main cause of the problem. If I disable IPv6, then some Windows 10 network functionality is lost. In the past TCP/IPv4 gave me all the internet and connectivity I needed, and still would, except for Windows 10 reliance on IPv6 for location on the network.

The connection to the router remains valid as far as Windows is concerned, but the internet access is not available.

Windows 7 used to have this sort of problem much more commonly, and the solution always was, and is in Windows 10, cured by resetting the adapter, but the diagnostics take up more time than is necessary to get reconnected.

Is there a simple script to disconnect and reset the adapter to restore the connection?

I seem to have forgotten what I used to do, but I think I used to use

ipconfig /flushdns

then

ipconfig /release

followed by

ipconfig /renew

Neither does

netsh int ip reset

seem to resolve the issue,it seems.

:)

 

USB Wi-Fi Adapter Disabling

Is it on Windows 8's compatibility list (check MS website- forgot link)?

I had an issue with one Wi-fi adapter and it wasn't listed as compatible- All was well when I swapped it out with one on the compatibility list

 

Wi-Fi virtual adapter

I am unable to create a wi-fi hotspot on my laptop (HP pavillion ab-032tx model) after upgrading to windows 10. I cannot find Microsoft WI-Fi direct Virtual adapter in the listed adapters (control pannel->network sharing center) . However Microsoft Wi-Fi
direct Virtual adapter and Microsoft Wi-Fi direct Virtual adapter #2 are listed in hidden drivers (device manager-> view tab, faded icons). Upon checking for hardware changes, there are no unkown devices being shown. Microsoft Wi-Fi direct Virtual adapter
#3 is also found in the view tab , but its icon is not faded. All my drivers are updated. Still i am unable to create a hotspot. Pl help me with the same.

 

Wi-fi adapter doesn't work after upgrading to Windows 10.

Hi,


Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

I understand your concern and will assist you to resolve this issue.

• 
  What exactly happens when you try to connect to Wi-Fi?
  
• 
  Have you updated all the Wi-Fi drivers?
  

You may follow the steps provided below and check if it helps to resolve the issue.

Method 1: Run Internet Connection Troubleshooter.

Windows 10 has a built-in troubleshooter to check and fix issues with Internet connection. I would suggest you to run this troubleshooter to check if the
issue is with your internet.

Refer these steps:

• Press Windows key +X, select Control panel.
• Change the view by option on the top right to Large icons.
• Click on troubleshooting and click on the view all option on the left panel.
• Run the Internet Connection troubleshooter.

Method 2: Download and install the latest firmware updates for the Wi-Fi 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 “Wireless adapter” option and click “Uninstall’
  
• 
  Download the latest Wireless network adapter driver setup file from the manufacturer’s website and install it.
  

Hope this helps. If the issue remains unresolved, please get back to us and we would be happy to help.