Fix Wi Fi "Can't Connect To This Network" Error On Windows 11
My Friend have tried restarting the device (It used to work earlier, but it's not working now) The same happened with shutting down and rebooting again (Used to work earlier, but not working anymore). he had also contacted Windows support and Asus support, they tried some solutions (installing drivers manually and changing some settings in services. msc) that also didn't solve the problem. he searched online and came to know that this is quite a popular problem among Windows 11 devices. he had also attached my device specifications and win 11 version. So Don't worry guys here is the solution for it.
So When I researched About this Problem Throughout The Social Media.There Is one Comment Recommending to reinstall win 11 older version or Downgrade to Windows 10 Can Be a Solution.
so Lets Do That. I Have already Written About Downgrade OF windows 11 to 10. So lets Reinstall the win 11.
Option 1 : Reinstall an Older Version of Windows 11
Step 1: Back Up Your Files
- Copy important data to an external hard drive, USB, or cloud storage.
- This ensures you don’t lose anything during installation.
Step 2: Download the Older Version of Windows 11
- Go to Microsoft’s Windows 11 download page.
- Look for the Media Creation Tool or use ISO files from trusted sources.
- Make sure you select an older build of Windows 11.
Step 3: Create a Bootable USB
- Use Rufus or the Media Creation Tool.
- Insert at least an 8GB USB stick.
- Select the ISO file and create a bootable USB.
Step 4: Boot From USB
- Restart your PC.
- Press F2, F12, ESC, or DEL (depends on manufacturer) to open the Boot Menu.
- Select your USB drive.
Step 5: Install Older Version
- Choose Custom Install.
- Delete the current Windows partition (C:).
- Select the unallocated space and click Next.
- Installation will begin.
Option 2 : Rolling Back Drivers in Windows 10/11
Step 1: Open Device Manager
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Press Windows Key + X.
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Select Device Manager from the list.
Step 2: Locate Your Wi-Fi Driver
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In Device Manager, find Network adapters.
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Click the arrow ▸ to expand the list.
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Look for your Wi-Fi adapter (e.g., Intel, Realtek, Qualcomm, etc.).
Step 3: Open Driver Properties
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Right-click on your Wi-Fi adapter.
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Select Properties.
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In the new window, go to the Driver tab.
Step 4: Roll Back the Driver
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Click Roll Back Driver.
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Choose a reason (e.g., “Previous version worked better”).
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Click Yes to confirm.
Your Wi-Fi driver will now revert to the previous version.
Step 5: Restart Your PC
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Restart your computer to apply changes.
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Test your Wi-Fi connection.
Bonus Tip : What If the Roll Back Option Is Greyed Out?
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It means your PC doesn’t have a previous driver stored.
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In this case, you can manually install an older driver from your laptop/PC manufacturer’s website.
Option 3 : Basic Things To Try Out
1. Ensure Wi-Fi Is Turned On
- Make sure your Wi-Fi switch is enabled.
- Double-check that the Wi-Fi network is working and the correct password is entered.
- If other devices connect fine, the issue is with your laptop.
- Make sure your Wi-Fi switch is enabled.
- Double-check that the Wi-Fi network is working and the correct password is entered.
- If other devices connect fine, the issue is with your laptop.
2. Perform a Shift Shutdown
- Hold down the Shift key while clicking Power > Shut down.
- This bypasses Fast Startup, closes all processes, and applies pending updates.
- Restart your laptop and test Wi-Fi again.
3. Run Windows Troubleshooter
- Open Troubleshoot settings.
- Click Other troubleshooters.
- Run the Network and Internet troubleshooter to detect and fix issues automatically.
4. Use Hardware Diagnostic Tool (ASUS Users)
- Open MyASUS app.
- Run the Hardware Diagnostic tool to check if Wi-Fi problems are hardware-related.
5. Reset Network Settings
- Go to Settings > Network & Internet > Advanced network settings.
- Select Network reset.
- Restart your laptop and reconnect to Wi-Fi.
6. Reset Browser Settings (If Only Browser Fails)
- Open browser Settings.
- Choose Reset settings to default.
- Click Reset settings to restore defaults.
7. Reinstall Network and Bluetooth Drivers
- Open Device Manager.
- Expand Network adapters.
- Right-click Wi-Fi adapter → Uninstall device.
- Do the same for Bluetooth adapter (if related).
- In Device Manager, click Action > Scan for hardware changes to reinstall drivers.
8. Manually Install Drivers (If Needed)
- If reinstall fails, connect via Ethernet cable.
- Download and install drivers from the ASUS website or MyASUS app.
9. Update BIOS, Drivers, and Windows
- Keep your BIOS, Wi-Fi drivers, Bluetooth drivers, and Windows updates up to date.
10. Reset or Restore Windows (Last Resort)
- Back up your files.
- Perform a Windows reset or System Restore to an earlier point.
- If issues continue, contact ASUS Customer Support.
I finally managed to fix this Wi-Fi issue after trying multiple solutions. The steps I followed solved the problem for me, and my connection has been stable ever since. Hopefully, this works for you too. If it still doesn’t, feel free to reach out to me and I’ll try to guide you further. Thank you!
- Back up your files.
- Perform a Windows reset or System Restore to an earlier point.
- If issues continue, contact ASUS Customer Support.
I finally managed to fix this Wi-Fi issue after trying multiple solutions. The steps I followed solved the problem for me, and my connection has been stable ever since. Hopefully, this works for you too. If it still doesn’t, feel free to reach out to me and I’ll try to guide you further. Thank you!