I recently finished assembling my new PC and when I boot it up to Windows 11, I'm faced with an issue. It keeps saying "you'll need internet for this. It doesn't look like you're connected to the internet. Check your connection and try again." This is happening when I'm trying to set up a new PIN. The M.2 SSD was previously used in another build, so I suspect that the necessary LAN and Wi-Fi drivers might be missing. I've checked the BIOS and the controllers for both Wi-Fi and LAN are enabled, but I'm still stuck. Here's my build:
- Motherboard: MSI Z790-A Pro Wifi II
- CPU: Intel i7 14700KF
- RAM: DDR5 6000MZ 64GB (2x32GB)
- GPU: AMD RX 9070XT
- Cooler: Thermalright Aqua Elite 360 V3
- Storage: Teamgroup MP33 M.2 SSD 1TB
5 Answers
Just to clarify, you really need to ensure that you have the correct drivers. Check if there are any flagged devices in Device Manager. A fresh install can sometimes be the quickest fix to avoid these issues.
You're not alone in this! Transferring an OS from one machine to another isn't seamless. Even if it does work, you might run into glitches. I’d recommend checking Device Manager (devmgmt.msc) to see if there are any missing drivers. You can download the necessary drivers from the MSI website on another device and install them from a USB stick.
If you can return the SSD to the old PC, you can perform some commands to reset it back to its original state. This could make it easier to configure with the new hardware. But honestly, a clean install will save you a lot of headaches.
You might just need the Wi-Fi drivers on a USB stick from another computer. That way, you can install them manually without needing an internet connection. Alternatively, there's a bypass command that you can run to get you past the initial setup.
Sounds to me like you might be missing some drivers. If you were using the SSD from another system, it could be causing issues because the OS isn't set up for the new hardware. It's usually best to wipe the SSD and do a clean install of Windows 11; this way, you'll get the drivers you need during the setup process. Just make sure you're connected to a wired LAN during the installation for the best results.
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