It seems like your laptop is prioritizing the wired connection over the Wi-Fi connection. This could be why you're not able to access Wi-Fi even when the cable is unplugged. Here are some steps you can try to resolve this issue: 1.
Check Network Settings: - Open the "Network and Sharing Center" by right-clicking on the network icon in the system tray. - Click on "Change adapter settings" and check if the Wi-Fi adapter is enabled. 2.
Change Network Adapter Priority: - Go to "Network and Sharing Center" again. - Click on "Change adapter settings." - Press the "Alt" key to show the menu bar. - Go to "Advanced" > "Advanced Settings." - In the "Connections" list, make sure your Wi-Fi adapter is above the Ethernet adapter. 3.
Disable Ethernet Adapter (Wired Connection): - Right-click on the Ethernet adapter and choose "Disable." - This will force your laptop to use Wi-Fi instead of the wired connection. 4.
Update Driver Software: - Ensure that your Wi-Fi and Ethernet drivers are up to date. Outdated drivers can cause connectivity issues. - You can update drivers through Device Manager by right-clicking on the adapter and selecting "Update driver." 5.
Restart Wi-Fi Services: - Sometimes restarting the Wi-Fi services can resolve connectivity issues. - Open Command Prompt as an administrator and run the following commands:
Code:
netsh winsock reset netsh int ip reset ipconfig /release ipconfig /renew
6.
Reset TCP/IP Stack: - Open Command Prompt as an administrator and run the following commands:
Code:
netsh int ip reset netsh winsock reset
7.
Check for Airplane Mode: - Ensure that Airplane Mode is turned off. Airplane Mode disables all wireless connections, including Wi-Fi. Try these steps and see if you regain Wi-Fi connectivity on your laptop. If the issue persists, it might be helpful to check for any recent system updates or changes that could have triggered this behavior.
