Windows 10: Network adapters are missing from device manager

So I think my personal notebook was left on for a week or two and today when i opened it, there was no network + a few other things. 1) completely no network adapters (i dont use LAN, only wifi) 2) audio driver is installed but not working 3) mouse driver is not installed properly 4) touch screen is not working (cant remember the correct driver for it but its not there)

i tried to follow some guides online (https://www.askvg.com/fix-network-c...in-windows-not-showing-network-adapters-list/ ) to edit the registry but the keys werent even there to begin with.

any idea how to solve this issue? pls help im dumb and desperate.

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Wireless adapter not found in Device Manager

I ran the Lenovo Solution Center. Network Adapter was not listed in the hardware scanned. Not sure if there is a separate listing for that normally or not.

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.

 

Microsoft hosted network virtual adapter missing from device manager

Hello King,



Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.



I request you to try the below steps:

• Press "Windows" + "X" and select Device Manager.
• Click on View and select show hidden devices.
• Now expand Network adapters, you will see
  Microsoft Hosted Network Virtual Adapter.
• Enable it by using right click option.

I hope this helps you. If you have any further queries, feel free to contact us. We will be happy to help you.



Thank 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.