It assigns an IP address to your PC and sets other essential network details like gateway, subnet mask, and DNS server addresses. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n
This error prevents you from connecting to the Internet through Wi-Fi. Below are some of the causes of this error:\n<\/p>\n
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- Driver issues.<\/b> You can experience IP configuration failure if your wireless network adapter is corrupted or outdated. <\/li>\n
- IP address conflict.<\/b> Sometimes, multiple devices can have the same IP address, causing the error. <\/li>\n
- DHCP issues.<\/b> Think of the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) as your network’s postal address because it assigns IP addresses. So, if there is an issue with your device or router, it won’t be able to obtain the required IP addresses for a successful network connection. <\/li>\n
- TCP\/IP stack corruption.<\/b> The TCP\/IP stack takes care of the network communication. When it becomes corrupted, it can lead to connectivity issues.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n <\/p>\n
\nFurther reading<\/b>: <\/strong>Windows Computer Won’t Connect to Wi-Fi: What to Do? <\/a><\/p>\n
\n\r\n\tFix this issue quickly<\/div>\r\nYou can try using a safe and totally free tool developed by the Auslogics team of experts.<\/div>\r\n\tA few simple steps to troubleshoot the issue:<\/div>\r\n\t\r\n \tDownload the tiny Auslogics TroubleShooter tool.<\/div>\r\n \tRun the application (no installation is needed).<\/div>\r\n \tThe app will check for the issue mentioned in the article. When the scan is done, check that this is the issue you were looking to solve and click \u2018Apply now\u2019 to apply the recommended fix.<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\nYou can use the app to troubleshoot other malfunctions for free by simply typing in a brief description of the issue your PC is experiencing. Or you can scan your PC for performance issues using the My Scanner tab.<\/div>\r\n\r\n Download for Free<\/a>\r\nDeveloped for
Windows 10\/11 (8, 7, Vista, XP)<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\tPlease review EULA<\/a> \r\n\t\tand Privacy Policy<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\nHow to Fix the “Wi-Fi Doesn’t Have a Valid IP Configuration” Issue?<\/h2>\n
\nThe first step I’d recommend you take is to restart your computer. The IP configuration failure could be a simple glitch that a reboot may resolve.<\/p>\n
\nDid you know:<\/strong>Keyboard Magic: How to Shut Down, Restart, or Put Windows PC to Sleep with a Keyboard <\/a><\/p>\n
\nIf the PC restart doesn’t work, follow the solutions that I’ve laid out below: <\/p>\n
Fix 1: Reset your wireless network adapter<\/h3>\n
- \n
- Open the Run<\/em> dialog box by pressing
Windows + R <\/code>. <\/li>\n- Then, type
ncpa.cpl<\/code> and pressEnter<\/code>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n![\"\"]()
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- When the window opens, right-click on the wireless network adapter and select Disable <\/i>. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n
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- Wait for a few seconds, right-click on it again, and select Enable <\/i>. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n
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\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\nCheck to see if there is a valid IP configuration now. If not, proceed with the next solution. <\/p>\n
\nAlso read<\/b>: <\/strong>“Windows Could Not Find a Driver for Your Network Adapter” Error <\/a><\/p>\n
\nFix 2: Reset the TCP\/IP stack<\/h3>\n
\nSince the “Wi-Fi doesn’t have a valid IP configuration” error means that your TCP\/IP setting is configured improperly, resetting may resolve the issue.<\/p>\n
Follow the steps below:\n<\/p>\n
- \n
- Open the Command Prompt <\/a><\/em> with administrative privileges. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n
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- Type the following command and press
Enter<\/code>: <\/li>\n<\/ul>\nnetsh winsock reset <\/pre>\n
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\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n- \n
- After that, type the following command and press
Enter<\/code>: <\/li>\n<\/ul>\nnetsh int ip reset <\/pre>\n
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\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n- \n
- Close the Command Prompt<\/em> and restart your computer. Then, check to see if the problem has been resolved. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\tThe commands above may not work because of permission issues and have potential side effects like breaking existing network connections. <\/p>\n
If it doesn’t work for you, use the following commands instead: <\/i>\n<\/p>\n
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ipconfig\/release <\/pre>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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ipconfig\/flushdns <\/pre>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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ipconfig\/renew <\/pre>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/i>Make sure to press Enter after each command. <\/p>\n
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Fix 3: Assign IP addresses manually<\/h3>\n
On Windows 10<\/strong><\/p>\n
- \n
- Right-click on your Windows logo<\/em> and select Network Connections <\/i>. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n
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- Click on Change adapter options. <\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n
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- Right-click on your Wi-Fi connection and choose Properties <\/i>. <\/li>\n
- Right-click on Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP\/IPv4) <\/i> and select Properties. <\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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- Select Use the following IP address <\/i> and input your subnet mask, IP address, default gateway, preferred DNS server, and alternate DNS server. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n
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\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n- \n
- Click OK <\/i>, restart your PC, and check if the error “ Wi-Fi doesn’t have a valid IP configuration ” has been resolved. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\tFix this issue quickly<\/div>\r\nYou can try using a safe and totally free tool developed by the Auslogics team of experts.<\/div>\r\n\tA few simple steps to troubleshoot the issue:<\/div>\r\n\t\r\n \tDownload the tiny Auslogics TroubleShooter tool.<\/div>\r\n \tRun the application (no installation is needed).<\/div>\r\n \tThe app will check for the issue mentioned in the article. When the scan is done, check that this is the issue you were looking to solve and click \u2018Apply now\u2019 to apply the recommended fix.<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\nYou can use the app to troubleshoot other malfunctions for free by simply typing in a brief description of the issue your PC is experiencing. Or you can scan your PC for performance issues using the My Scanner tab.<\/div>\r\n\r\n Download for Free<\/a>\r\nDeveloped for
Windows 10\/11 (8, 7, Vista, XP)<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\tPlease review EULA<\/a> \r\n\t\tand Privacy Policy<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\nOn Windows 11 <\/b>\n<\/p>\n
- \n
- Press
Windows + I <\/code> to open Settings<\/em>. <\/li>\n- Then, click Network & internet<\/i> and select Wi-Fi<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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- Click on your network connection. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n
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- Click the Edit <\/i>button under the IP assignment <\/i>. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n
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- Choose the Manual <\/i>option. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n
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- Then, toggle on IPv4 <\/i>. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n
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\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n- \n
- Input your preferred IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, preferred DNS (required), and alternate DNS (optional). <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n
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\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n- \n
- Keep the DNS over HTTPs <\/i> option at Off <\/i>for both the preferred and alternate addresses. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\tHere is the meaning of the available options under DNS over HTTPS <\/i> (DoH): \n<\/p>\n
- \n
- Off:<\/b> When you turn off DoH, it’ll transmit DNS traffic without encrypting it. <\/li>\n
- On (automatic template):<\/b> DoH sends all DNS traffic with encryption. <\/li>\n
- On (manual template):<\/b> This option allows you to specify a particular template. You can use this option if the DNS service doesn’t work automatically or has a template that works as it should. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
When you enable the DoH, any DNS traffic will be encrypted but queries are sent without encryption. Also, remember to turn off Fallback to plaintext <\/i> if you enable DNS over HTTPS <\/i>. <\/p>\n
<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n
Fix 4: Update your network drivers<\/h3>\n
- \n
- Right-click on the Start<\/em> button (or press Windows + X<\/em>) and select Device Manager <\/em>from the menu.<\/li>\n
- Expand Network adapters <\/i> when the Device Manager<\/em> window opens. <\/li>\n
- Right-click on your Wi-Fi adapter and select Update driver.<\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n- \n
- Select Search automatically for drivers<\/i> from the window that opens and follow the instructions to update your drivers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n\r\n
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\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\nRestart your computer and check whether the “ Wi-Fi doesn’t have a valid IP configuration” error is gone. <\/p>\n
- Expand Network adapters <\/i> when the Device Manager<\/em> window opens. <\/li>\n
- On (automatic template):<\/b> DoH sends all DNS traffic with encryption. <\/li>\n
- Off:<\/b> When you turn off DoH, it’ll transmit DNS traffic without encrypting it. <\/li>\n
- Keep the DNS over HTTPs <\/i> option at Off <\/i>for both the preferred and alternate addresses. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Input your preferred IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, preferred DNS (required), and alternate DNS (optional). <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Then, toggle on IPv4 <\/i>. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Choose the Manual <\/i>option. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Click the Edit <\/i>button under the IP assignment <\/i>. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Then, click Network & internet<\/i> and select Wi-Fi<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Press
- Click OK <\/i>, restart your PC, and check if the error “ Wi-Fi doesn’t have a valid IP configuration ” has been resolved. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Right-click on Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP\/IPv4) <\/i> and select Properties. <\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Right-click on your Wi-Fi connection and choose Properties <\/i>. <\/li>\n
- Click on Change adapter options. <\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Right-click on your Windows logo<\/em> and select Network Connections <\/i>. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- \n
- \n
- \n
- Close the Command Prompt<\/em> and restart your computer. Then, check to see if the problem has been resolved. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- After that, type the following command and press
- Type the following command and press
- Open the Command Prompt <\/a><\/em> with administrative privileges. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Wait for a few seconds, right-click on it again, and select Enable <\/i>. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Then, type
- IP address conflict.<\/b> Sometimes, multiple devices can have the same IP address, causing the error. <\/li>\n
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