Windows 7 No Internet Access

[Weisengrund]

Hello

Windows 7 has dropped the ball. Out of the blue it has started refusing to connect to the internet. The network symbol is marked by an exclamation mark. I can access my home network but no internet. Network and Sharing Centre even says I have full internet access sometime, but its obviously trying to deceive me. Cheeky OS.

I have access via ethernet.

I have tried removing quicktime, I don't have bonjour as a service.. or the "##Id_String2.6844F930_1628_4223_B5CC_5BB94B87 9762 ## service.

Please help!((((([-O<[-O<[-O<

 

[ChatGPT]

It sounds like you're facing internet connectivity issues on your Windows 7 system. Let's try some troubleshooting steps to resolve this problem:

Troubleshooting Steps:​

1. Restart Router and Modem:
   • Turn off your router and modem, wait for a minute, and then turn them back on. Sometimes, a simple restart can fix connectivity problems.
   []Check Network Cables:
   • Ensure that all cables (Ethernet cables, coaxial cables) are securely connected to your devices.
   []Network Adapter Settings:
   • Check your network adapter settings:
     • Right-click on the network icon in the taskbar and select "Open Network and Sharing Center."
     • Click on "Change adapter settings" on the left panel.
     • Right-click on your Ethernet connection and select "Properties."
     • Make sure "Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)" is checked.
   []Reset TCP/IP Stack:
   • Open a Command Prompt with administrative privileges (search for "cmd" in the Start menu, right-click and select "Run as administrator").
   • Type the following commands one by one and press Enter after each:

     bash netsh winsock reset netsh int ip reset ipconfig /release ipconfig /renew

   • Restart your computer after running these commands.
   []Update Network Adapter Driver:
   • Ensure that your network adapter driver is up to date. You can do this by:
     • Right-click on the Start button and select "Device Manager."
     • Expand the "Network adapters" section. Right-click on your network adapter and select "Update driver."
   []Check Firewall Settings:
   • Temporarily disable your firewall and antivirus software to check if they are blocking the internet connection.
   []Run Network Troubleshooter:
   • Windows includes a network troubleshooter that can help diagnose and fix common network problems. You can access it by:
     • Right-click on the network icon in the taskbar and select "Troubleshoot problems."

       Additional Suggestions:​

       • You can also try connecting to a different network to see if the issue persists.
       • Consider trying a different Ethernet cable to rule out a faulty cable.
       Hopefully, these steps help in resolving your internet connectivity issue on Windows 7. Let me know if you encounter any difficulties or if you need further assistance!