Windows 10: Why isn't my wireless Wi-Fi adapter working?

Normally I am able to connect to any Wi-Fi network I have the login to but I turned on my computer yesterday and there isn't even a Wi-Fi option in the toolbar. I opened device manager and under Network adapters it shows an error icon on "IntelR Wireless-AC 9560 160 MHz"I clicked on it and it says "Windows is still setting up the class configuration for this device. Code 56" I looked up the error code and tried updating the adapter, I looked up videos to try to fix the problem but nothing worked, I have been trying to fix this non stop and nothing is working, can anybody help?

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Virtual Wi-fi Adapter

I am not sure you can create a virtual Wi-Fi adapter just for the sake of having second screen project. Perhaps you can have alook at the Microsoft virtual WiFi. Or you can check whether you receive error messages like the dns server isn't responding, when you enable the disabled wireless adapter. The DNS Server isn't Responding Instead of looking for virtual adapters, try to enable any disabled network adapter on your laptop. How to Enable Disabled Wireless Adapter On Your Computer

 

Wi-fi adapter doesn't work after upgrading to Windows 10.

Hi,


Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

I understand your concern and will assist you to resolve this issue.

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  What exactly happens when you try to connect to Wi-Fi?
  
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  Have you updated all the Wi-Fi drivers?
  

You may follow the steps provided below and check if it helps to resolve the issue.

Method 1: Run Internet Connection Troubleshooter.

Windows 10 has a built-in troubleshooter to check and fix issues with Internet connection. I would suggest you to run this troubleshooter to check if the
issue is with your internet.

Refer these steps:

• Press Windows key +X, select Control panel.
• Change the view by option on the top right to Large icons.
• Click on troubleshooting and click on the view all option on the left panel.
• Run the Internet Connection troubleshooter.

Method 2: Download and install the latest firmware updates for the Wi-Fi adapter.

Follow these steps to un-install the drivers:

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  On the search bar type “Device Manager”
  
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  On the left pane locate “Network Adapter” and expand by clicking on it
  
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  Right on the “Wireless adapter” option and click “Uninstall’
  
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  Download the latest Wireless network adapter driver setup file from the manufacturer’s website and install it.
  

Hope this helps. If the issue remains unresolved, please get back to us and we would be happy to help.

 

USB Wi-Fi Adapter Disabling

Is it on Windows 8's compatibility list (check MS website- forgot link)?

I had an issue with one Wi-fi adapter and it wasn't listed as compatible- All was well when I swapped it out with one on the compatibility list