WiFi Keeps Disconnecting On Windows? Fix!

Your Wi-Fi connection drops unexpectedly because Windows is either aggressively managing power to your adapter or struggling with a corrupt network configuration. Work through these steps in order to stabilize your connection and stop the constant disconnects.

Before You Start

Verify if other devices in your home are also dropping their connection. If every device is failing, the issue is likely your router or ISP, not your computer.

Steps

1. 01
   Open Device Manager by searching for it in the Start menu, then expand Network Adapters. Double-click your wireless adapter, select the Power Management tab, and uncheck 'Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power' to prevent Windows from cutting your signal.
2. 02
   Power cycle your router by unplugging it for at least 60 seconds. Plug it back in and wait for the status lights to return to their normal state before testing your connection.
3. 03
   Go to Settings, select Network and Internet, then Wi-Fi. Choose Manage known networks, select your current network, and click Forget. Reconnect to the network by entering your Wi-Fi password again.
4. 04
   In Device Manager, right-click your Wi-Fi adapter and select Update driver, then choose Search automatically. If you recently updated your driver and the issues started afterward, select Properties, click the Driver tab, and choose Roll Back Driver.
5. 05
   Navigate to Settings, Network and Internet, then Advanced network settings. Select Network reset and click Reset now; your computer will restart, clearing out cached network configurations and reinstalling adapters.
6. 06
   Search for 'View network connections', right-click your active Wi-Fi adapter, and select Properties. Uncheck the box for 'Internet Protocol Version 6' and click OK to resolve potential router compatibility conflicts.

Still not working?

If the connection still drops after performing a full network reset and driver update, try using a different wireless adapter, such as a USB Wi-Fi dongle, to see if the internal card is failing. If the issue persists across multiple adapters, focus your troubleshooting on the router firmware or contact your ISP to check for line stability issues.

Frequently asked questions

Will Network Reset delete my personal files?

No, Network Reset only removes saved Wi-Fi networks, VPN settings, and virtual switches. Your documents, photos, and apps will remain untouched.

Is it safe to disable Internet Protocol Version 6?

Yes, it is perfectly safe. Most home networks rely on IPv4, and disabling IPv6 is a common diagnostic step to fix intermittent connectivity issues with older or incompatible routers.