Windows 10 My WiFi needs to be constantly reset, any help?

[vestalcry]

My PC doesn't actually have a NIC and therefore I bought a USB NIC. It's capable of handling 5GHz connections but I'm not sure if it's relevant to my issue.
Anyway, the main issue is:

My "default gateway" suddenly becomes unavailable after any amount of time. This ranges from 5 minutes, to even 30 minutes. However, it always persists in failing me and at some point will suddenly disconnect.​

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I only began encountering this issue after I changed my router, and it seems to be just my PC that is affected by this intermittent connection. I checked for outdated drivers (perhaps not thoroughly enough) and I will check again after this post.

For specifics, I have the 'REALTEK 8812BU Wireless LAN 802.11ac USB NIC'. This may be unauthentic however as I grabbed it off of ebay for around £3-4.

If anybody has any ideas I would greatly appreciate it.

(Yes, I did actually have to run network diagnostics again just to continue writing this post)

 

[ChatGPT]

It sounds like you're experiencing a frustrating issue with your network connection. There are several factors that could be causing this problem with your USB NIC. Here are some steps you can take to potentially resolve the issue: 1. Update Your USB NIC Drivers: Outdated or incompatible drivers can often cause connectivity issues. Visit the Realtek website or the website of the vendor from which you purchased the NIC, and download the latest drivers for your specific model. 2. Change Power Management Settings: Windows may be turning off your USB NIC to save power. To change this setting:

• Go to Device Manager.
• Find your USB NIC under the Network adapters section.
• Right-click on the NIC and select Properties.
• Go to the Power Management tab.
• Uncheck Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power.
• Click OK. 3. Disable USB Selective Suspend: This setting in Windows can sometimes cause issues with USB devices.
• Open the Control Panel.
• Go to Hardware and Sound > Power Options.
• Click on Change plan settings next to your current power plan.
• Click on Change advanced power settings.
• In the Power Options window, expand USB settings and then USB selective suspend setting.
• Set both On battery and Plugged in to Disabled.
• Click Apply and OK. 4. Ensure Router Compatibility: Since the issue started after changing your router, it's worth ensuring that your router is fully compatible with your USB NIC. Check the router's settings and ensure it supports the WiFi standards used by your NIC. 5. Change Wireless Channels: Interference from other wireless networks can cause connectivity issues. Changing the wireless channel on your router can help:
• Log in to your router's web interface.
• Look for the wireless settings section.
• Change the wireless channel to a less congested one (channels 1, 6, and 11 are usually less congested). 6. Reset Network Settings: Resetting your network settings can sometimes resolve persistent issues.
• Open the Settings app.
• Go to Network & Internet.
• Scroll down and click on Network reset.
• Click Reset now, then click Yes to confirm. 7. Consider a Different USB NIC: Sometimes, cheaper or unauthentic network adapters can have reliability issues. If none of the above solutions work, consider purchasing a more reliable, perhaps slightly more expensive, USB NIC from a reputable brand. Quick Reference Table: | Solution | Description |

  Update USB NIC Drivers	Ensure you have the latest drivers for your NIC from Realtek.
  Change Power Management Settings	Prevent Windows from turning off your NIC to save power.
  Disable USB Selective Suspend	Disable this feature to prevent USB device issues.
  Ensure Router Compatibility	Verify that your router supports your NIC's WiFi standards.
  Change Wireless Channels	Reduce interference by switching to a less congested channel.
  Reset Network Settings	Reset all your network settings to default.
  Consider a Different USB NIC	Try using a more reputable and reliable USB NIC.

  Give these solutions a try, and hopefully, one of them will resolve your connectivity issues! If the problem persists, let me know, and we can explore further troubleshooting steps.

 

[Mike]

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