Windows 10: most recent update broke wireless connections

Hello!

Since the last update, every time I change wireless networks with my laptop, the wireless adapter can't see any networks. Once I reboot at the new location, it connects just fine. But it means I have to reboot literally every time I open the laptop at home, at work, at a coffee shop... I tried switching the adapter off and on with the switch, but all *that does is get it stuck in airplane mode, which also resolves with a reboot. This has been going on for several days. I'm using a Dell Inspirion. Any suggestions?

Thanks!

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wireless connectivity

Hi Carl,

It's possible that your wireless network adapter is incompatible with the latest Windows 10 update, causing network connectivity issues. We'd like to learn more about your concern so that we could provide the proper resolution. We just have a few questions
for you:

• Which specific build version of Windows 10 is currently on your computer? To check, click
  Start, type winver, and press Enter. For example, 14393.1066.
• What troubleshooting steps have you done so far?

As an initial recommendation, we recommend using the built-in network troubleshooter. This tool can help diagnose and fix common network problems. To use it, follow these steps:

• Click Start.
• Type Network troubleshooter.
• Click Identify and repair network problems from the list of results.
• Follow the steps shown on the screen.

Additionally, we suggest updating your wireless network adapter driver by following the steps

here.

We'll wait for your response and the result of the initial troubleshooting.

 

Not able to connect wireless display

Hi Madhu,

For us to provide a solution suited to your wireless display concern, we need additional information. Can you answer the questions below?

• Were there any changes made to your device prior to the issue?
• Did you update your Windows?
• Have you tried other troubleshooting steps so far?

In the meantime, we suggest updating your wireless driver and see if it helps. Follow the steps below:

• 
  Open Device Manager.
  
• 
  Look for Network adapterand click it to expand.
  
• 
  Select the driver then right-click on it and select Properties.
  
• 
  Under Driver tab, click the Update Driver button to update the driver.
  

We'll keep an eye out to your response.

 

Change Wireless Network Connection Priority Order in Windows 10


Hello Denis,

The command in step 2 of Option Two should show your wireless networks listed in priority order. Top of the list is higher.