I'm currently using the college dorm WiFi for work and everything was fine until a power outage happened last night. Now, my PC running the latest Windows 11 can't seem to stay connected to any networks. When I try to connect to WiFi, it shows a brief connection before dropping out. As for Ethernet, it keeps showing no internet access, even though I should have the right permissions. This issue persists even with my phone's hotspot. I've already tried resetting the network settings and checking for driver updates, but nothing has worked. Since the IT department isn't available on weekends, I'm in a bit of a bind. What should I do next?
3 Answers
Just a thought, but have you made sure your network drivers are fully updated? Sometimes after a power loss, they could get corrupted. You might want to check the Device Manager to see if those drivers are showing any issues. Good luck!
It sounds like a tricky situation! You mentioned you tried using an Ethernet cable, but are you sure the cable and the port are working? If other devices are connecting fine, that narrows it down. Also, maybe try rebooting your router if you haven't already. Sometimes a simple reset can fix these connection hiccups.
Have you checked your BIOS settings? Sometimes after a power outage, certain settings can get messed up. Also, try temporarily disabling your Windows firewall to see if that helps with the connection issues. Just remember to turn it back on afterward for security! Let me know how it goes.
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