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adapter disconnect
About this tag
The adapter disconnect tag covers issues where USB Ethernet adapters lose connection on Windows systems, particularly after upgrading to Windows 11 on unsupported hardware like the Dell Inspiron 5370 2-in-1. Users report that adapters such as TP-Link UE300 and Amazon Basics disconnect intermittently, often reconnecting after a few seconds. Event Viewer logs show coinciding security events during disconnects, suggesting a possible link between system security processes and adapter stability. Troubleshooting typically involves checking drivers, power management settings, and USB port power. This tag is relevant for users experiencing similar network dropouts with external adapters on Windows 11.
The model "DELL Inspiron 5379 2-in-1" does not officially support Windows 11. However, I upgraded anyway, and the result is so far, so good in most parts.
However, the USB Ethernet adapter is getting disconnected once in a while. I tried a TP-Link UE300 and an Amazon Basic, and the two adapters...