Wi-Fi option missing or 'No Wi-Fi networks found'
The Wi-Fi toggle disappears from the Windows taskbar, or the adapter fails to detect any surrounding wireless broadcast signals.
Internal desktop parts run on harmless 12V DC voltage and cannot shock you. Simply unplug the wall power cable first, then touch the unpainted metal case frame to ground static electricity.
Common Symptoms & Tells
- Wi-Fi quick settings tile is completely missing in Windows 11
- Device Manager shows yellow hazard mark on Intel Wi-Fi or Realtek Wireless adapter
- Airplane mode is stuck enabled or disabled
Interactive Fix Checklist
0 of 4 steps completedPerform a cold power cycle (EC reset)
Modern Intel AX200/AX210 Wi-Fi cards can enter an unrecoverable low-power state. Shut down PC, unplug power cord (or hold laptop power button for 30 seconds), wait 2 minutes, and power on.
Verify WLAN AutoConfig service is running
Press Win+R, type 'services.msc', find 'WLAN AutoConfig'. Ensure Startup type is set to 'Automatic' and Service status is 'Running'.
Reinstall Wi-Fi adapter drivers in Device Manager
Open Device Manager → Network adapters → right-click wireless adapter → Uninstall device (leave 'attempt to remove driver' unchecked) → Action → Scan for hardware changes.
Check physical Wi-Fi switch or antenna
On desktops, ensure the external high-gain Wi-Fi antennas are screwed into the back motherboard gold SMA terminals. On laptops, verify Fn+F-key airplane toggle is off.
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