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When users connect to the Internet on their computers, they are assigned a unique IP address. However, incorrect IP configurations or changes in IP settings can lead to connectivity issues, rendering you unable to access the Internet. Stay tuned to learn how to troubleshoot the 'WiFi doesn't have a valid IP configuration' error on Windows 10.
Troubleshooting Guide: WiFi Connectivity Woes on Windows 10
Checking Network Adapter Settings
Step 1: Press the Windows + R key combination to open the Run dialog box.
Step 2: In the dialog box that appears, type ncpa.cpl and press Enter.
Step 3: In the window that appears, right-click on the network connection icon you are using and select Properties.
Step 4: When the Properties window appears, locate and select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) then click on the Properties button.
Step 5: Next, check if the Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically options are selected. If not, tick these options and click OK.
Restart Router or Modem
If applying the above method still doesn't resolve the issue, you can try restarting your Modem or Router. Simply turn off your Modem or Router for a few minutes, then turn it back on and check if the 'WiFi doesn’t have a valid IP configuration' error has been resolved. If the issue persists, you can try the following method.
Reinstall Network Adapter
Step 1: Press the Windows + R key combination to open the Run dialog box.
Step 2: In the dialog box that appears, type hdwwiz.cpl and press Enter.
Step 3: Once the Device Manager window appears, click on the Network adapters option to view network drivers.
Step 4: Right-click on the name of your network card and select Uninstall.
Step 5: Next, click on Action in the menu options and select Scan for hardware changes.
Your computer will search for and reinstall network drivers for you. Then you can use the Network Adapter troubleshooting tool available on your machine to check if the issue has been resolved.
Here, Mytour has guided you on how to fix the 'WiFi doesn’t have a valid IP configuration' error on Windows 10. By resolving this issue, you can now access WiFi and share it if your home lacks devices. You can use Windows 10's built-in WiFi hotspot feature without any additional software or opt for popular software like Connectify. If you're unsure how to use Connectify, check out our article on how to create a WiFi hotspot using Connectify.
