If you are experiencing issues with finding the WiFi network on your computer, it may be due to an out-of-date network driver for your WiFi card.
Solution:
Forget the wireless network from your saved networks:
Windows 11
To forget a wireless network in Windows 11:
- In the taskbar, right-click the wireless icon and choose .
- Select .
- Choose for the network you want to remove.
Windows 10
To forget a wireless network in Windows 10:
- At the bottom right in the system tray, click the network icon, and choose .
- Click .
- Under "Manage known networks", select the Wi-Fi network to be removed.
- Click .
Windows 7
To forget a wireless network in Windows 7:
- At the bottom right in the system tray, click the network icon, and choose .
- In the "Tasks" pane, click .
- Right-click the connection you want to delete, and then click .
- In the "Manage Wireless Networks - Warning" dialog box, click .
macOS
To forget a wireless network in macOS:
- At the top of your screen, click the Wi-Fi symbol, and then select .
- In the lower right, choose .
- Under "Preferred Networks", select the Wi-Fi network to be removed.
- Click (the minus sign) to forget the network.
- Click .
Reboot computer
Upgrade Wi-Fi card drivers (with ethernet or Wi-Fi hotspot):
Windows 11, Windows 10, or Windows 8.x
Many times, Windows Update does not provide the latest drivers for your wireless adapter. To get the most recent updates, you'll need to visit the website of your wireless adapter's manufacturer.
To find the manufacturer of your wireless adapter:
- Right-click and select .
- From the left menu, select .
- The "Device Manager" window will open. Expand . If the wireless card is identified, its name will display. If it is not identified, you might have an unknown device (for example, "(?) Network Controller") listed.
- To identify the device, right-click the listing under "Network adapters", select , and then click the tab. Under "Property", select .
Most manufacturers will have support pages where you can download files for your drivers as needed. If the driver on your computer is older than the driver on the manufacturer's website, download the newer versions.
Links to some of the most popular Windows drivers:
macOS (Macbook Pro, Air)
macOS will typically perform a weekly check for software updates automatically, provided you are connected to the internet. To manually check your macOS device for the latest updates, follow the instructions at Keep your Mac up to date .
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