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There are several reasons and methods to fix the issue of the correct WiFi password not connecting. For detailed insights, continue reading this Mytour article.
Fixing Issues: Correct WiFi Password but No Connection
Method 1: Rebooting the Modem/Router.
The simplest way to address WiFi-related issues, including the inability to connect despite having the correct WiFi password, is to reboot the modem/router.
It's straightforward—just unplug the power cable from the router/modem, wait a few minutes, then plug it back in and power up the device. Finally, check if the WiFi issue persists.
Method 2: Update to the Latest Windows 10 Version.
WiFi errors and issues may stem from using outdated Windows versions. Check and update to the latest versions, including patches, to see if the issue persists.
Navigate to Settings =>Update & Security =>Check for updates to ensure you have the most recent updates.
Verify if the WiFi connection is established after performing these updates.
Method 3: Change WiFi Password.
On forums, some users suggest that changing the WiFi password can help resolve issues of entering the correct WiFi password but being unable to connect.
Follow the steps below:
Step 1: Enter Control Panel in the Search bar on the Start Menu, click to open the Control Panel from the search results.
Step 2: In the Control Panel window, find and click to select Network and Sharing Center =>Change adapter settings.
Step 3: Right-click on the problematic WiFi connection, select Status.
Step 4: Click to select Wireless Properties.
Step 5: Then click on the Security tab and change the password to the new one you want to use.
In case you can't change the WiFi password, access the modem/router user interface to set a new password from there.
Method 4: Delete WLAN Profile.
If Windows 10 doesn't prompt you to enter the WiFi password, it might be due to the network configuration being automatically stored by the WLAN configuration service.
To fix the issue, the solution is to delete the stored WiFi network profile. Follow the steps below:
Step 1: Open Command Prompt as an Administrator and run the following command:
Pro Tip: If you're unsure how to open Command Prompt as an Administrator, you can check here for instructions on how to run CMD with admin privileges to follow the steps!
netsh wlan show profile
netsh wlan delete profile + the name of the WiFi network profile you want to remove.
If you want to delete all profiles, run the command below:
netsh wlan delete profile *
Next, restart your computer and check if Windows 10 prompts you to enter the WiFi password.
Additionally, if you want the system to request the WiFi password every time you connect, simply uncheck the Connect Automatically option.
To do this, click on the WiFi icon in the Taskbar, select Properties => disable the Connect Automatically option.
Method 5: Forget WiFi Connection.
Step 1: Access Start =>Settings =>Network & Internet =>Manage Wi-Fi settings.
Step 2: Scroll down to find and click Manage known networks.
Step 3: Find and click on the problematic WiFi in the left panel, select Forget.
Step 4: Finally, attempt to reconnect and re-enter the WiFi password to see if you can access the network.
Method 6: Temporarily Disable Antivirus Programs and Software.
Sometimes antivirus programs, software, and firewalls can be the culprits causing WiFi connection issues, including the problem of entering the correct WiFi password but not connecting. To address these issues, the solution is to temporarily disable antivirus programs and software. Then, attempt to reconnect and check if the WiFi issue persists.
Additionally, if you can connect to WiFi but can't access the network, you can also refer to the guide on how to fix WiFi network access issues for easier troubleshooting through the provided steps.
Hope that the tricks and tips Mytour introduces here will help you overcome the issue of not connecting despite entering the correct WiFi password. Wishing you success!
