Windows 10: Windows 10 Network Adapters not Showing Up?

I cannot connect to the internet, whether through wifi or through ethernet.. when i go to Network and Sharing center and try to look at my adapters, there's nothing there.. I've spent hours trying to reinstall Realtek drivers for my USB wifi dongle.. After reinstalling drivers multiple times, I can't get the internet to work.. Plugging in an Ethernet cable doesn't get internet working.. I've reinstalled all the drivers that originally came with the motherboard in the computer, that still didn't work.. I can't figure out why the adapters aren't showing up, no matter how many times i reinstall the drivers.. Initially, there was something about an IP configuration failure, but then the adapters disappeared all together. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

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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

 

Issues with network adapters

Hi Alfonso,

To resolve this issue, we suggest that you run the Network troubleshooter when you switch from WiFi to Ethernet connection. The Network troubleshooter can help diagnose and fix common connection problems including clearing the network cache to obtain a new
IP from the new network. Kindly follow the steps below:

• In the search box on the taskbar, type Identify and repair network problems, and then select
  Identify and repair network problems from the list of results.
• Follow the steps in the troubleshooter and see if that fixes the problem.

If the issue persists, kindly try the troubleshooting steps on the following link:

Fix network connection issues in Windows 10.

We recommend that you try the steps on the Update the network adapter driver,
Run the Network troubleshooter followed by networking commands, and Use network reset to reinstall network devices sections.

Let us know how it goes for us to assist you further.

 

Windows 10 Network Adapter for Asus Taichi 31 not there

Hi Thomas,

I see that you are facing issues with Wi-Fi on your laptop.

Please follow the below methods and check if it helps,

Method 1. Run Network adaptor trouble shooter

You may try Microsoft Automated Troubleshooting Services as a first step to diagnose and repair common Network issues.

To run the trouble shooter follow the steps given below

• Press Windows key+ X key, Select Control Panel.
• Click on Troubleshooting, Click View All.
• Click Network Adaptor and follow the instructions

Method 2: Uninstall and reinstall the network adaptors from manufacturer website.

Drivers may show an updated status but it’s recommended to download all the drivers for Windows 10 from the manufacturer.

Follow these steps to un-install the drivers:

1. On the search bar type “Device Manager.”

2. On the left pane locate “Network Adapter” and expand by clicking on it.

3. Right on the “Network Adapter” option and click “Uninstall’.

4. Download the latest Network adapter driver setup file from the
manufacturer’s website and install it.

Method 3: I suggest you to follow the steps from the below article
“Fix network connection issues” and check if it helps.

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-10/fix-network-connection-issues

Please get back to us with an update on this issue, we will be happy to help.

Thank you