Wi-Fi Disconnecting Randomly? Try These 5 Simple Fixes

pcmixaryan
Apr 7
2 min read

You’re in the middle of a Zoom call, downloading a game, or watching YouTube — and suddenly, your Wi-Fi drops. No warning, no reason, just… gone.

If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Random Wi-Fi disconnections are one of the most common tech issues PC users faces — and thankfully, they’re often easy to fix.

In today’s blog, we’ll go through 5 quick, effective fixes to help you get back online without needing to call a technician.

🛠️ 1. Update Your Network Drivers

Old or corrupted drivers are a top cause of Wi-Fi issues. A simple update might solve your problem instantly.

How to do it:

Press Win + X → Select Device Manager
Expand Network adapters
Right-click on your Wi-Fi adapter and click Update driver
Choose Search automatically for drivers

💡 Pro Tip (for PCMIX buyers): If you recently bought a new PC or upgraded Windows, always double-check that drivers are installed correctly. We often preload them for you, but updates are still important.

🔌 2. Turn Off Power Saving for Wi-Fi

Windows sometimes tries to save power by disabling your Wi-Fi adapter temporarily — especially on laptops.

Fix it by:

Go to Device Manager
Right-click your Wi-Fi adapter → Properties
Go to the Power Management tab
Uncheck: "Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power"

Also, under Power Settings:

Go to Control Panel → Power Options
Set your current plan to Maximum Performance

📶 3. Change Your Wi-Fi Frequency Band

Most routers today use dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4GHz and 5GHz). One band may have better signal, especially through walls.

What to try:

If your PC is closer to the router: use 5GHz for faster speeds
If you're farther away: switch to 2.4GHz for better range

You can manually switch bands by connecting to the network name ending in “-5G” or adjusting router settings.

🔁 4. Reset Network Settings

If nothing else works, a full reset of your network settings might solve hidden issues or corrupted configurations.

Steps:

Go to Settings → Network & Internet → Status
Scroll down and click Network Reset
Restart your PC after it completes

Note: This will remove saved Wi-Fi networks, so be ready to reconnect.

📡 5. Check the Router (It's Not Always Your PC!)

Sometimes the issue isn’t your laptop or desktop — it’s the router.

Do this:

Restart your router (power it off for 30 seconds, then turn it back on)
Make sure it’s not overheating or placed too close to walls
Update the router firmware if it hasn’t been touched in a while
Test with another device to confirm if the issue is device-specific

🧠 Bonus Tips from PCMIX:

Always keep your Windows OS updated — recent patches often fix Wi-Fi bugs
Use a USB Wi-Fi adapter if your internal one is faulty
Consider upgrading to a Wi-Fi 6 router for better stability and speed (available at pcmix.in 😉)

🧩 Final Thoughts

A randomly disconnecting Wi-Fi can drive anyone mad — but with these simple steps, you can fix the issue without any expensive tools or deep tech knowledge.

Next time your internet drops, don’t panic. Just follow the checklist and bring your PC back online in no time.