During this pandemic most probably you will be working from home. Most of the businesses and IT sector are working from home nowadays. What will happen if your ethernet stop working? Or maybe someone has limited the wifi speed?
It could be a serious problem which may interrupt your all work. The simple solution on how to fix the ethernet connection is to check your network driver. Also, check that the connection is actually enabled and verity the network cable to your computer.
The ethernet connection is becoming outdated because all are shifting towards wireless connections but sometimes we need to access the internet via an ethernet cable when we feel that internet speed is very slow.
By using ethernet cable the speed of the internet also increases that's why it's the most reliable option at all.
Here are some common tips to fix the Ethernet problems on windows 10 and other versions as well
1 - Check your drivers
Uninstall your drivers and let them reinstall automatically. Downloading and installing drivers manually is a process that comes with the risk of getting the wrong drivers so let the system install the suitable driver automatically.
The simple and effective way to update the windows drivers is to use an automatic tool. We recommend using DriverFix.
It will automatically identify the suitable driver for your machine and matches them with the latest driver versions from an online database where they have listed suitable drivers for different computers according to their model.
2 - Check the connection details on your computer
Step 1 - Firstly right-click on the Ethernet connection and select the properties
Step 2 - In the Ethernet Properties window double click on the IPV4(TCP) option.
Step 3 - This is the place where you can enter the correct details for your connection.
Step 4 - In most cases, only you have to do is enable Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically but there are some situations where you have to manually put the details.
To do this you will have to consult your router/ switch. modem configuration manual or obtain the details from your internet service provider or the network administrator.
3 - Run the Internet connection troubleshooter on your computer
Step 1 - Go to Start and type settings.
Step 2 - Now go to updates and security and select the troubleshooter.
Step 3 - Select the launch the Internet connection troubleshooter on your computer.
4 - Check for the viruses on your system
Viruses plays a important role in the misfunctioning of our system and network. Some of the viruses have the ability to block the internet connection on Windows computers. If you have already antivirus installed on your system then scan your whole system to rectify them.
There are plenty of antivirus softwares available you can buy like Quickheal, Bitdefender, Norton, McaFee etc.
5 - Reset your network settings
Step 1 - Go to the settings on your computer select the Network and Internet and go to the network status.
Step 2 - Now locate the Network reset option. This feature allows you to set your network to default.
Step 3 - Now click on the Reset button and click on Yes.
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