Fix Windows Connected to Wi-Fi with No Internet Access
Resolve No Internet connection issues on Windows while connected to Wi-Fi. Follow these steps to reset your network stack and clear DNS settings.
- Run the Windows Network Troubleshooter. Open the Settings app using Win + I. Navigate to System > Troubleshoot > Other troubleshooters. Locate Network Adapter and select Run to initiate the automated diagnostic tool.
- Reset the TCP/IP Stack. Search for cmd in the taskbar, right-click Command Prompt, and select Run as administrator. Execute the command 'netsh int ip reset' and press Enter to reset the Internet Protocol stack.
- Flush and Renew DNS. Within the administrator Command Prompt, type 'ipconfig /flushdns' and press Enter. Follow this with 'ipconfig /release' and then 'ipconfig /renew' to force your network adapter to request a fresh IP configuration from your router.
- Assign Public DNS Servers. Press Win + R, type 'ncpa.cpl', and press Enter. Right-click your Wi-Fi adapter, select Properties, and double-click Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4). Select 'Use the following DNS server addresses' and enter 8.8.8.8 for the Preferred and 8.8.4.4 for the Alternate DNS server.
- Restart Network Hardware. Power cycle your router by disconnecting it from the power source for 30 seconds. Reconnect the power and wait until the indicator lights reflect a stable connection before restarting your Windows machine.