I recently put together a new work computer using a setup I found [here](https://pcpartpicker.com/list/B6VwQd). However, I'm having trouble with the WiFi; it doesn't work at all. After spending a frustrating eight hours troubleshooting, I found that this is a common problem with MSI motherboards. Since this is a work machine, I really can't afford to send the motherboard back for RMA and wait weeks for a replacement. I'm looking to return my current motherboard but need a solid alternative that I can get my hands on quickly. For now, I've managed to get WiFi working with a USB antenna, but I really want a proper fix for a brand new build. Any recommendations?
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Honestly, you can just go for any AM5 motherboard with WiFi. If you want a quick fix, a PCIe WiFi card would work too, but ethernet is honestly the better option overall.
I had good luck with the ASUS ROG Strix B850-F Gaming Wi-Fi. I bought it during my last upgrade when I switched from AM4 to AM5. Top-notch performance and it looks amazing too!
If your WiFi adapter keeps disappearing, try clearing the CMOS. Just make sure to save your current BIOS profile so you can load it again later.
I already cleared the CMOS and everything else possible. The WiFi adapter was never recognized at all. I mean, I spent eight hours trying to fix this!
You might want to check out the Phantom Gaming X870 Riptide WiFi or the ASRock B850 LiveMixer WiFi. Both are pretty solid picks!
Are they both from ASRock? Also, I saw that they don't support DDR5-6000 RAM, which I have.
It's a brand new motherboard; the WiFi should really just work, no?