I'm having trouble with my PC disconnecting from Wi-Fi unexpectedly. I'm not sure if it's my Wi-Fi router's fault or something that happened after a recent Windows 11 update. Here's what I've done so far to troubleshoot:
- Restarted my PC
- Checked for updates on my Network Driver (it's already updated)
- Set my driver's properties to keep "802.11a/b/g Wireless Mode" at the highest GHz (5GHz)
- Used Registry Editor to disable "fMinimizeConnections" as a DWORD
- Ran the command ```gpupdate /force``` via the command prompt
Despite trying all of these steps, the problem still persists. My main adapter is *Intel(R) Wi-Fi 6E AX211 160MHz*, which I've noticed is known to be buggy. I can't use Ethernet since my router is far away. So, is the issue with the Driver, Windows itself, or could it be my internet provider? I'm open to any suggestions!
1 Answer
If your Wi-Fi signal drops frequently, try forcing your network card to use 2.4GHz instead of 5GHz. The 2.4GHz band has a longer range and can penetrate walls better. Also, check for channel interference—use a tool like WiFiMan to see other networks around you. If you’re on the same channel as another router, it could cause issues, so consider switching to a less crowded channel.
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