{"id":26673,"date":"2025-04-15T23:30:30","date_gmt":"2025-04-16T02:30:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/?p=26673"},"modified":"2025-11-13T14:36:14","modified_gmt":"2025-11-13T17:36:14","slug":"ethernet-not-working-on-windows-11","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/en\/ethernet-no-funciona-en-windows-11\/","title":{"rendered":"Ethernet not working in Windows 11: 3-minute solution \u26a1\ud83c\udf10"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ethernet not working on Windows 11: 9 easy tricks \ud83d\ude80\ud83d\udd25<\/h2>\n
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If you didn't know, Ethernet is a communications technology that connects devices over a wired local area network. Every laptop or motherboard has an Ethernet port where you plug in the cable to connect the device to the internet. \ud83c\udf10<\/p>\n

Comparado con el WiFi<\/a>, Ethernet te brinda velocidades de internet m\u00e1s r\u00e1pidas y una conexi\u00f3n m\u00e1s estable. Sin embargo, muchos usuarios de Windows 11 han enfrentado problemas con Ethernet recientemente. Muchos han reportado que su conexi\u00f3n Ethernet no funciona en Windows 11<\/a>. \u26a0\ufe0f<\/p>\n

Ethernet not working in Windows 11 is a fairly common issue, but there are several ways to fix it. Below, we'll share some of the best solutions. Let's get started! \ud83d\ude80<\/p>\n

1. Restart your Windows computer<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

\"Restart<\/p>\n

If you just plugged in your Ethernet cable and the connection doesn't appear on your computer, it's best to restart your computer.<\/p>\n

Restarting your Windows 11 computer will likely clear any temporary errors on your system that might be preventing your Ethernet from working.<\/p>\n

So, click the Windows 11 start button and select the Shut down option. Then, choose 'Restart'. \ud83d\udd04<\/p>\n

2. Check the Ethernet port and cable<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

\"Ethernet\"<\/p>\n

If your Ethernet connection still isn't working after a reboot, it's time to check the port and cable. \ud83d\udd0d<\/p>\n

First, make sure the Ethernet cable is properly connected and check its status and other factors.<\/p>\n

Modern PCs usually have an LED indicator that shows whether the Ethernet connection is active. If the LED isn't blinking, check for a loose connection. The goal here is to rule out hardware issues.<\/p>\n

3. Use a different port on your router<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

The routers<\/a> Modern devices have multiple Ethernet ports, allowing you to share your internet connection between multiple devices.<\/p>\n

So, if a port indicates no Ethernet available, try plugging the cable into another port on the router. \ud83d\udd0c<\/p>\n

4. Restart your router<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

If your router is failing, you're likely experiencing connectivity issues. Whether you're connecting via Wi-Fi or Ethernet, if your router is faulty, you should troubleshoot it first. \u26a1<\/p>\n

The best way to troubleshoot your router is to restart it. Simply turn it off and back on after a few minutes. Some routers have a reset button that can also be used. While it won't always work, it's sometimes the solution. \u2611\ufe0f<\/p>\n

5. Reinstall Ethernet drivers<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

After ruling out a router issue, the next best thing you can do to fix the Ethernet problem in Windows 11 is to reinstall the Ethernet drivers.<\/p>\n

Your PC may be using an outdated Ethernet driver that's failing to detect the connection. Reinstalling the drivers can resolve driver-related issues. Here's how to do it:<\/p>\n

1. Click the Windows start button and select Device Manager<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

\"Device<\/p>\n

2. When Device Manager opens, expand the category Network adapters<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

3. Right-click on the network adapter you use and select Uninstall device<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

\"Network<\/p>\n

4. Once uninstalled, restart your Windows 11 computer.<\/p>\n

Make sure the Ethernet cable is connected when you restart your computer. That's it! After the restart, the Ethernet connection should work on Windows<\/a> 11 again. \ud83d\udd04<\/p>\n

6. Run the network troubleshooter<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Maybe your Ethernet connection is fine, but you're having internet issues, and that's why Windows 11 isn't detecting your Ethernet connection. You can rule out network-related issues by running the Network Troubleshooter in Windows. Here are the steps:<\/p>\n

1. Click the button Windows 11 start and select Configuration<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"Configuration\"<\/p>\n

2. In Settings, click the tab System<\/strong> to the left.<\/p>\n

\"System\"<\/p>\n

3. On the right side, click the button Troubleshooting<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

\"Troubleshooting\"<\/p>\n

4. Then, click on the option Other problem solvers<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

\"Other<\/p>\n

5. On the Other Troubleshooters screen, click the button Execute<\/strong> next to Network adapter<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

\"Execute\"<\/p>\n

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the troubleshooting process. Once the troubleshooting is complete, Troubleshooting, restart your Windows computer<\/a> 11. \ud83d\udd04<\/p>\n

7. Change the power management settings of the Ethernet adapter<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Windows 11 has the ability to turn off connected devices that haven't been active for a while. This feature is designed to save battery life and reduce power consumption. \ud83d\udca1<\/p>\n

You need to modify the power management settings of the Ethernet adapter to resolve this issue.<\/p>\n

1. Press Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box. Type devmgmt.msc<\/strong> and press Enter.<\/p>\n

\"devmgmt.msc\"<\/p>\n

2. Expand the adapter tree of network<\/a>, right click on your Ethernet card and select Properties<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

3. Switch to Power management<\/strong> and uncheck<\/strong> the option 'Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power'. \ud83d\udd0b<\/p>\n

\"Uncheck\"<\/p>\n

4. Once done, click on OK<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

8. Disable proxy server settings<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Si Windows 11 est\u00e1 configurado para usar un servicio proxy en lugar de LAN, la conexi\u00f3n Ethernet no funcionar\u00e1. Por lo tanto, aseg\u00farate de que la configuraci\u00f3n del proxy<\/a> est\u00e9 deshabilitada para poder activar nuevamente la conexi\u00f3n Ethernet. Aqu\u00ed te explicamos c\u00f3mo hacerlo:<\/p>\n

1. Press Windows Key + R<\/strong> on your keyboard. This will open the Run dialog box.<\/p>\n

2. In the Run dialog box, type inetcpl.cpl<\/strong> and press Enter<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

\"inetcpl.cpl\"<\/p>\n

3. In Internet Properties, switch to the tab Connections<\/strong> and click on the button LAN Settings<\/strong> at the bottom.<\/p>\n

\"LAN<\/p>\n

4. Make sure the option use a proxy server for your LAN<\/strong> this unchecked<\/strong> in the LAN settings. Once done, click on OK<\/strong> and close the application<\/a> de Propiedades de Internet. \u274c<\/p>\n

\"Using<\/p>\n

After making the changes, restart your computer with Windows 11<\/a> and check if the problem has been solved. \ud83d\udd04<\/p>\n

9. Perform a network reset<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

If none of these worked, the last option is to perform a network reset. This will replace all customized settings with the default ones.<\/p>\n

It will also reinstall all your network adapters, potentially fixing the "Ethernet not working in Windows 11" issue. Here's how to perform a network reset:<\/p>\n

1. Click the Windows 11 start button and select Configuration<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

\"Configuration\"<\/p>\n

2. In Settings, switch to Network and Internet<\/strong> on the left side.<\/p>\n

\"Network<\/p>\n

3. Then, on the right side, click on Advanced network settings<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

\"Network<\/p>\n

4.<\/strong> In Network Configuration<\/a> advanced, click on Network Reset<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

\"Network<\/p>\n

5. On the next screen, click the ' buttonRestart now<\/strong>' to reset all your network adapters.<\/p>\n

\"Restart<\/p>\n

After the restart, be sure to reboot your computer. This will likely resolve the Ethernet not working issue in Windows 11. \u2714\ufe0f<\/p>\n

These are some of the best ways to fix the Ethernet not working issue on your computer. Windows 11<\/a>. If you need more help to solve Ethernet problems in Windows<\/a> 11, let us know in the comments. Also, if the article helped you, share it with your friends. \ud83d\udc4d<\/p>\n

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