WiFi not automatically connecting in windows 10 Fix

If you are using WiFi to connect, you can set Windows 10 to connect automatically with the WiFi as soon as you log in. However, many users complain of not getting connected to the WiFi automatically on Windows 10, despite the “Connect automatically” option being turned on.

There can be many reasons why this could happen. It could either be a Windows 10 Update that may be forcing the system to disable the WiFi, a change in the power saver options, disconnected LAN, or a simple malfunction. Whatever may be the reason, we have some solutions for this issue. Let’s see how to fix the WiFi not connecting automatically on Windows 10.

 

Method 1: Re-Connect your WiFi Network

 

Step 1: Navigate to the network icon on your Taskbar (bottom-right), click on it and go to your WiFi Network.

 

 

Step 2: Right-click on your WiFi network and select Forget from the menu.

 

 

Step 3: Now, restart your PC and click on the network icon on your Taskbar to find your WiFi network.

Select your WiFi network and check the box next to Connect automatically. Press the Connect button.

 

 

Now, simply add your password and your PC should now connect to the WiFi network automatically each time you restart.

However, if the problem persists, follow the 2nd method.

 

Method 2: By Modifying the Power Saver Options

 

Step 1: Press the Win + X keys together on your keyboard and select Device Manager from the menu.

 

 

Step 2: In the Device Manager window, go to Network adapters and expand it.

 

 

Step 3: Now, select your WiFi adapter and right-click on it. Select Properties from the context menu.

 

 

Step 4: In the WiFi adapter’s Properties window, go the Power Management tab. Now, uncheck the box next to Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power.

Press OK to save the changes and exit.

 

 

N ow, whenever you start your computer, it should connect to the WiFi automatically. If it still doesn’t, follow the 3rd method.

 

Method 3: Create or Make Changes to the Group Policy via Registry Editor

 

Step 1: Navigate to the Start button and type Registry Editor in the search box.

 

 

Step 2: Left click on the result to open the Registry Editor window.

 

 

Step 3: Copy the below path and paste it in the address bar of the Registry Editor. Hit Enter:

 

HKLM\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WcmSvc\

 

Now, under the WcmSvc key, select GroupPolicy.

 

 

Step 4: On the right side of the pane, right-click and select New from the right-click menu. Then, from the sub-menu, select DWORD (32-bit) Value.

 

 

Step 5: Rename the new DWORD Value as fMinimizeConnections.

 

 

Now, simply restart your PC and the WiFi not connecting automatically on Windows 10 issue should be gone. But, if you still encounter the issue, follow the 4th method.

 

Method 4: By Running the Network Troubleshooter

 

Step 1: Go to the network icon on the taskbar, right-click on it and select Troubleshoot problems from the right-click menu.

 

 

Step 2: Let the process complete and then follow the instructions to detect the issue. Once detected, it will fix the issue automatically.

Restart your PC and see if the issue is gone. If the problem is still there, follow the 5th method.

 

Method 5: By Turning Off the Microsoft WiFi Direct Virtual Adapter

 

Step 1: Press the Win + X keys together on your keyboard and select Device Manager from the menu.

 

 

Step 2: In the Device Manager window, go to the View tab on the top and select Show hidden devices from the menu.

 

 

Step 3: Now, go to Network adapters and expand it.

 

 

Step 4: Under Network adapters, right-click on Microsoft Wi-Fi Direct Virtual Adapter and select Disable from the right-click menu.

 

 

Simply reboot your PC and you should not see the error anymore. In fact, now every time you start your PC, the WiFi should get connected automatically on your Window 10 system.

 

*Note – Disabling Microsoft Wi-Fi Direct Virtual Adapter may prevent you from using your Mobile hotspot automatically. Also, if this method doesn’t solve your issue, then make sure you Enable the feature again.