It does indeed sound like a misconfiguration in the network setup. If the default outgoing network is not being correctly assigned on each restart, here are some troubleshooting steps you can consider:
1.
Check Network Adapter Priorities:
- Ensure the correct network adapter is set as the highest priority for outgoing traffic.
- You can adjust this using
Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center > Change Adapter Settings > Advanced Settings
.
2.
Verify Routing Table:
- Use the
route print
command in Command Prompt to check the system's routing table and ensure the default gateway is correctly set.
- If needed, update the routing table using the
route add
command to specify the correct outgoing network.
3.
Static IP Configuration:
- If your outgoing network requires specific settings (e.g., gateway, DNS), ensure these are correctly configured as a static setting, rather than relying on DHCP.
4.
Apply Persisted Settings:
- For certain network setups, default routes or specific settings may not persist across reboots. Ensure all required configurations are persisted properly.
5.
Group Policy/Scripts:
- Check if an incorrect Group Policy or login script is overwriting the network configuration on restart. This can often happen in managed environments.
6.
Driver or Software Conflicts:
- Outdated or incompatible network drivers can sometimes reset configurations. Update the drivers for all network adapters to the latest version from the manufacturer’s website.
If you can provide more details about the network setup or issues (e.g., server role, topology, DHCP, or static route details), I can provide more tailored advice. Let me know!
