Windows 10: Possible network driver/Hardware issues

I'm experiencing internet connectivity issues, taskbar slowdown, and more. I noticed some slowdown with internet services, and rebooted my PC. Avast said it had driver updates/patches, which I installed. On reboot, multiple apps failed to connect to the Internet. Endless troubleshooting was performed, resulting in a system wipe and full reset. Still no fix.Some digging revealed an issue with the intel I211 network driver. I deleted the driver and then "scanned for hardware changes" which actually seemed to resolve the issue, giving me back internet connectivity. Unfortunately, most programs fa

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The Intel 82579LM Gigabit Network Connection Adapter is experiencing driver or hardware related problems

Hi,

Thank you for contacting Microsoft Community. Your interest in Windows 10 is much appreciated.

I suggest you to follow the below methods and check if it helps.

Method 1: I suggest you to run the hardware troubleshooter as below and check if it helps.

• Type in search bar as control panel.
• Then select troubleshooting.
• Click on hardware and sound option.
• Then click on “hardware and devices “and follow the on screen instructions.

Method 2: I suggest you to uninstall the network drivers as below steps.

• Press Windows+X and select “Device manager”.
• Then expand the Network adapters.
• Right click on the driver and uninstall it.

And then go to the manufacturers website download the network drivers, install it and check if the issue persists.

Hope this information was helpful and do let us know if you need further assistance. We will be glad to assist.

 

Hardware Issues

Hi Cory,

The issue that you're experiencing may be due to outdated drivers. Kindly answer the following questions for us to isolate the issue:

• What error message did you receive when you try to run the troubleshooter?
• Have you tried updating your Network adapter?

If not, we would suggest updating your network adapter using the steps on this article:
Update drivers in Windows 10.

We'll wait for your response about this matter.

 

Multiple BSOD hardware issue or driver issue ?

Hi Iriszer0,

Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community forum.

To have a better clarity on the issue and guide you accordingly, respond to the question listed below.

1. What is the make and model of the computer?

I suggest you to try the steps listed in
troubleshoot blue screen errors and check if it works.

Meanwhile you may also go through:

1. troubleshoot CRITICAL_STRUCTURE_CORRUPTION
2. troubleshoot CRITICAL_PROCESS_DIED
3. troubleshoot SYSTEM_SERVICE_EXCEPTION

Regards,