I'm having a problem with my PC where it completely says I'm not connected to any networks. When I check the settings, it shows an error with the Intel(R) Wi-Fi 6E AX211 160MHZ; there's a warning sign next to it. I've tried updating the drivers, but it claims I already have the best version installed. Can anyone assist me with this issue?
4 Answers
First, check the properties of the AX211 in Device Manager to see what exact error it's showing. If you see a yellow warning icon, it could imply some issues. If it's really bad, the card may be failed and you might need to replace it. On the flip side, sometimes recent drivers cause issues, so consider rolling back to an older version or updating to a new one if available.
If all else fails, just grab a Wi-Fi USB dongle for like £10 on Amazon. Plug it in, and you should be good to go!
Another option is to download the latest driver. If it comes in a compressed file, extract it first. Then, start your PC in "Safe Mode", remove both the device and its drivers, reboot normally, and it should recognize the device and install the drivers you provide. Just be careful with this method.
It's not generally recommended to install drivers in Safe Mode; it may end up breaking the device.
You could try uninstalling and reinstalling the driver through Device Manager. It's straightforward and might resolve your issue.
How exactly do I go about reinstalling it?
I got "This device cannot start. (Code 10) (Operation failed.)" For me, that means it's seriously messed up.