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How to Fix Unidentified Network Problem

on Windows 10

Nov. 29, 2016 / Updated by Bessie Shaw to Tips

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Windows 10 Unidentified network often occurs after the Windows 10 upgrade or Windows 10
anniversary update. In fact, Windows 10 is never free from network or connection issues,
like Wireless adapter not showing up, Intel WiDi connection issue, no Bluetooth connection, etc.
In this case, the network icon in the notification area shows a yellow exclamation mark and says
“Unidentified network- no network access”. Also, when opening the Network Connections,
you will find a red cross beside the Ethernet or the Wireless Network Connection icon.
There are many factors that can result in the unidentified network on Windows 10 and its
predecessors like Windows 8, 8.1, 7, etc. And here are top 7 methods of how to fix Windows
10 unidentified network issue.

How to Fix Windows 10 Unidentified Network Problem

Below are several methods to resolve the Windows 10 unidentified network issue, some of which
also adapt to Windows 10 anniversary, Windows 8, 7 and other Windows OS.

Method 1: Windows 10 Unidentified Network Caused by Hardware

Firstly, make sure there are no problems with the network related hardware, which should be
checked just in case you waste time on other useless computer operations. Reconnect the
network cables. Restart the wireless router and the modem work. Also make sure the network
card sit right in the port.

Method 2: Turn off the Windows 10 Airplane Mode

Windows airplane mode is the special networking setting that can control the wireless signal
receiving. Windows 10 airplane mode on and off errors will also affect the network connection
and result in the Windows 10 unidentified network. Turn off or disable the airplane mode if you
want a normal network connection.

Method 3: Update the Network Card/ Adapter Drivers

Outdated or incompatible drivers will cause Windows 10 unidentified network and other Windows
10 issues, such as ghost touch screen, slow boot issues, mouse and keyboard not working, etc.
So it is recommended to update the network card/ adapter drivers.
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Step 1: Scan Drivers Causing the Windows 10 Unidentified Network Issue

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Step 2: Update the Drivers
Click Update to download and install the latest and incompatible network drivers and fix the
network issue.
Step 3: Reboot the PC

Restart the PC to make the newly installed drivers take effect.

You can also use Driver Talent for Network Card if there is no network available when you
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Note: In case driver crashes annoy you unexpectedly after the system changes, don’t forget
to back up the drivers or create a system restore point.

Method 4: Disable Conflict Network Connection Items

The programs or software related to network, like wireless manager or VPN program, may affect
the network card to communicate and result in the Windows 10 unidentified network or no
network access issue. So disable the conflict items and here are the steps:
1. Right click the network icon in the notification area to select Open Network and Sharing
Center, and then click on Change Adapter Settings.
2. Right click the Ethernet or Local Area Connection and select Properties.
3. Choose the Network tab and Uninstall the conflict items on the list.
Method 5: Use Windows 10 Troubleshoot Problems

You could also use Windows 10 Troubleshooter to fix the Windows 10 unidentified network
issue. And the steps are:
1. Right click the network icon in the notification area and select Troubleshoot problems.

2. Make the Windows Network Diagnostics detect the problems.

3. Follow the instruction on the screen to fix the network issues.

Method 6: Disable and Re-enable the Network

It is an easy way to reset the network adapter so that the Windows 10 unidentified network or no
network access issue is resolved.
1. Launch the Open Network and Sharing Center.
2. Right click the icon Ethernet or Wireless Network Connection with Unidentified network and
select Disable.
3. Right click the icon and re-enable it.

Method 7: Add IP Address Manually

You could manually add IP address in the Ethernet or Wireless Network Connection Properties:
1. Launch the Open Network and Sharing Center. Right click the icon Ethernet or Wireless
Network Connection with Unidentified network and select Properties.
2. Highlight the item Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and then click the
button Properties.
3. Choose Use the following DNS server address, and then manually add IP
address 8.8.8.8 to the Preferred DNS server and 8.8.4.4 to the Alternate DNS server.
4. Use Windows shortcut keys Win + X and select Command Prompt (Admin).
5. Type ipconfig /release in the command window and hit Enter to release the IP, and then type
in ipconfig /renew to obtain a new one.

After all the steps, reboot the computer and try connecting the network again to see if the
Windows 10 unidentified network issue has been resolved.

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