Users have a lot of problems with network connectivity, especially with Ethernet network adapters on Windows 10. This is one of the most common problems. There are a lot of bad things that happen when this happens, like slow Wi-Fi speed, messages like “Limited access,” “Unified Network, and so on.
Microsoft has released several patch updates to fix problems with Windows 10. Other companies that have problems with their networks haven’t yet come up with a solution. If you want to reset the Ethernet (wired) network adapter on Windows 10, this is a very simple guide. Then, without further ado, let’s see how you can do this on your own.
This will completely reset all of your network adapters, drivers, and network adapters. Before you do anything else, make sure you know that this will do that before you start.
In most cases, if you have any problems with your network, you should reset your Ethernet adapter. This could be because your network is slow or you don’t know where it is.
How to reset a network adapter in Windows 10
For this, make sure that all running apps have been shut down, and then reset the network adapter settings. As previously stated, for a wired network, follow the steps below.
- Open Device Settings, and then head over to Network & Internet.
- Next, head over to Status and then scroll down to click on Network Reset, which should appear under “Change your network settings.”
- From there, click on the Reset button and confirm your action by clicking Yes.
- After that, click on “Close” and allow your computer to restart.
- That’s it!
If you have a Wi-Fi adapter, make sure to reconnect to your wireless network. If you are still having problems, you should check with your internet provider, router, or cable to see if there are any other problems. So, double-check because there could be a lot of different reasons. Find the driver, config, or other things you need.
After you finish, your internet should work well, and there should be no problems. You should either reinstall the network adapter or reset Winsock if this is the case, so do that first. Hopefully, this guide is still useful to you, and you were able to reset the Ethernet network adapter. Then, if there is anything we can help you with, please leave a comment on this page. People who are interested in the subject should keep an eye out for new information.