Windows 10: My windows 7 laptop is connected to the internet but showing limited access. With this, I...

My windows 7 laptop is connected to the internet but showing limited access. With this, I cannot browse the internet

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W10 can connect to wider internet but cannot access web pages

I have an odd issue with my W10 laptop linked to Sky broadband in the UK via wifi using a Sky router. The effect is that while I can actually access the internet (I can send and receive emails using Outlook and can connect to other machines using TeamViewer) I cannot access any web site (Google, BBC etc). There is no specific error message, merely that the access request timed out and a suggestion that it may be to do with proxy. I have tried the following:

1. Other systems (W10 and ios) can access web sites using the same Sky router (therefore probably not a router problem)
2. I have sent and received emails using Outlook, so the broadband connection is working (probably not a Sky problem)
3. I have tried two different browsers (Firefox and Edge), no connection (not a browser problem)
4. I am using Windows Defender and have:
   1. Made sure that Firefox is in the list of allowed systems in its Firewall, no connection after a reboot
   2. Turned off the Firewall and tried again - no connection

My next step will be to re-install Windows, but has anyone got any other suggestions? Could it be some sort of virus (I have carried out a complete virus check using Defender) So - any suggestions?

 

Limited Access Error

Hi,

I am running on Windows 10 on my Lenovo Laptop, I have tried updating my drivers. I have checked on Youtube & followed the steps on CMD, nothing helps. My internet connection drops out & shows limited access, I have to disconnect & connect again... whereas
the wifi connection is stable with my android phone. So, its definitely something wrong with my OS. This issues only started after I upgraded from Windows 8.1 to Windows 10.

Kindly suggest.

Thanks & Regards,

Deepu

 

After upgrade to Windows 10, internet connectivity shows: Limited access

Hi Sandra,

Welcome and thank you for posting in Microsoft Community. We appreciate your interest in Windows 10.

I understand the inconvenience that you are unable to connect to internet which shows limited access on Windows 10, we will help you to resolve this issue.

This issue might be due to the drivers which are outdated (network adapter). Try the below 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.

• Click on Start; in the start search type
  Troubleshooter and hit Enter.
• In the left pane, click onView all.
• Click on Network Adapter Troubleshooter.
• Select “Advance” and click on “Run as Administrator”.
• Click “Next” and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the troubleshooting process.

If the issue still persists then,

Step 2: Uninstall your network driver and try installing latest driver from the manufacturer’s website.

To uninstall drivers, follow these steps:

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

Also, try to search for the drivers from Manufacturer's website and install them in the compatibility mode.

You can install Windows 8/8.1 drivers in compatibility mode if there are no Windows 10 compatible drivers.

Follow the steps to install in Compatibility mode:

• Download the updated driver from the manufacturer’s website.
• Right click the driver installation file and select
  Properties then tap or click the Compatibility tab.
• Place a check in the Run this program in compatibility mode for: box.
  
• Tap the drop down box and select a previous operating system, then tap or click
  OK.
• Try installing the driver and check.

Please refer to the below article for internet connectivity and check if you are able to connect to internet.

“Wired
and wireless network problems”

Note: Applies to Windows 10 as well.

Hope it helps. Please perform the above methods and update the status of this issue, we will be happy to help you.