Fixing WiFi Not Connecting on Lenovo Laptop After Update
## Direct Answer
If your Lenovo laptop’s WiFi is not connecting after an update, reset your WiFi network adapter by going to Device Manager, finding your network adapter, right-clicking it, and selecting “Uninstall device”. Then, restart your laptop and let Windows reinstall the driver.
## Step-by-Step Guide
1. **Open Device Manager**: Press the Windows key + X and select Device Manager from the menu.
2. **Find Network Adapter**: In the Device Manager window, click on “Network Adapters” to expand the list of network adapters.
3. **Uninstall WiFi Adapter**: Right-click on your WiFi network adapter (it may be listed as “Intel WiFi” or “Realtek WiFi”) and select “Uninstall device”.
4. **Restart Laptop**: Restart your Lenovo laptop to allow Windows to reinstall the WiFi driver.
5. **Update WiFi Driver**: If the issue persists, update your WiFi driver by going to the Lenovo support website, searching for your laptop model, and downloading the latest WiFi driver.
6. **Disable and Re-enable WiFi**: Go to Settings > Network & Internet > WiFi, toggle the WiFi switch off and then on again to restart the WiFi adapter.
## FAQ
– **Q: Why did my WiFi stop working after the update?**
A: The update may have caused a conflict with your WiFi driver or network settings.
– **Q: Will resetting my network adapter delete my WiFi password?**
A: No, resetting your network adapter will not delete your WiFi password.
– **Q: How do I know if my WiFi driver is up-to-date?**
A: You can check the Lenovo support website for the latest WiFi driver for your laptop model and compare it to the version installed on your laptop.
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