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If the Wi-Fi icon is not showing on your laptop, chances are that the wireless radio is disabled on your device. You can enable it back again by turning on the hard or soft button for the wireless radio. Refer to your PC manual to locate such a button. Also, you can turn on the wireless radio through the BIOS setup.
How do I enable Wi-Fi and Ethernet?
Enabling adapter
- Open Settings.
- Click on Network & Security.
- Click on Status.
- Click on Change adapter options.
- Right-click the network adapter, and select the Enable option.
Why is my computer not recognizing my Ethernet cable?
If you’ve got working Wi-Fi but your wired ethernet connection is not working, the first thing to do is turn off the Wi-Fi. If Wi-Fi is disabled and you’re still not getting a network connection, make sure that ethernet is enabled in the same Network and Internet Settings section. Find the right network.
Why does Windows 10 show Ethernet icon instead of WiFi icon?
However, at times, Windows 10 might show the ethernet icon instead of the Wi-Fi icon even when your PC is connected to a Wi-Fi network. As you can see in the pictures below, clicking on the ethernet icon reveals the network flyout which clearly shows that the PC is connected to a Wi-Fi network (Office Wi-fi in this case).
Why is my Ethernet connection not working on my computer?
Well, after taking a bit to look at it, I noticed that the power, internet, and port 4 lights were on (P4 is the hard line for my PC). I jumped on my PC and the ethernet connection is running perfectly fine, however, I have not wifi capabilities.
How to fix WiFi not showing up on Windows 10?
1 Press the Windows Key + I key simultaneously on the keyboard to open Settings. 2 Select the option of Network & Internet from the list. 3 Choose Wi-Fi on the left pane, and click the toggle to enable Wi-Fi. Now you can try to connect to the Wi-Fi network.
Why is there no WiFi on my computer?
For months now, I have had no wifi icon in the bottom right tray and it does not appear in the Network & Internet settings list. If I open Network & Sharing Center and go to Change Adapter Settings, the wi-fi is present and enabled. I have updated the drivers. I am able to get on-line by setting up the connection directly.