Your Wi-Fi disconnects every few minutes
When one computer keeps disconnecting on a regular schedule while other devices stay connected, it's almost always the Wi-Fi adapter power management putting the adapter to sleep. Disabling that setting fixes it in most cases within five minutes.
Windows has a power-saving feature that puts the Wi-Fi adapter to sleep when it thinks you're not using it. This causes regular disconnections at predictable intervals. Other causes are outdated drivers or channel interference from neighbors. The good news is the most common cause—power management—is disabled in about 30 seconds.
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Skip — I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Restarting the router repeatedly when only this PC is disconnecting—the router is fine
- Typing the Wi-Fi password again after each disconnect—disconnection and bad password are different problems
- Buying a new router before checking power management settings—that's an unnecessary expense
Signs you need professional help
- If disabling power management and updating the driver don't stop the disconnections
- If the netsh reset creates other network problems
- If you need help accessing your router admin page to change channels
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