Windows 10: VMware network adapter not showing up in Windows 11

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If the VMware network adapter is missing, the virtual machine won’t be able to connect to the network. We have already created a guide where the internet doesn’t work in VMware; however, in this case, the network adapter, which is installed by default, went missing after a system update or due to configuration errors. In […]

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Virtual network adapter not getting installed during VMware installation

Hello Loukas Olsen

Welcome to Microsoft Community.

Hope you are doing great, I am aware of the present situation is that you have encountered the issue of installing Virtual network adapter during VMware configuration.

With great effort of inquiry, VMware configuration and virtual adapter are beyond the supported scope of community, I can say with doubtless that your knowledge will be broader than mine in this regard.

For the most appropriate community for posting your issue shall be VMware community, which it is a professional place consist of many technical experts or advanced users like you.

Moreover, I have found that some relevant VMware troubleshooting article and thread may help you, here is the link:

1. Solved: Re: VMware cannot install Network Adapters / Drive... - VMware Technology Network VMTN
   
2. Troubleshooting virtual machine network connection issues (1003893) (vmware.com)
   

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Best regards,

Chandy|Microsoft Community Support Specialist

 

Network Adapter isn't showing in Network connection Properties

Hi Friends my VMware network Adapter isn't showing in Network connection Properties. All services is on from VMware workstation

Plz.. help

 

network adapters

Hi, Michael.



Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

As per my understanding, you may be facing an issue with your driver updates.

I suggest that you perform the steps mentioned below and check if it helps you resolve your issue.



Method 1: Network troubleshooting

• • • On the search bar type “Troubleshooting”
    • Click on “Network and Internet”
    • Click on “Network Adapter” and run the troubleshooter.

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

Your reply is very important for us to ensure a proper resolution. Please get back to us with the above information in order to assist you accordingly.

For further assistance, you can post your query in Microsoft Community