Setup Ethernet Connection Windows 11 2021 Jun 2026

Even wired connections can fail. Here are the most common fixes:

If your PC has both Wi-Fi and Ethernet active, Windows sometimes sticks to Wi-Fi even when the cable is plugged in. To force Windows to prefer Ethernet: setup ethernet connection windows 11

A common misconception is that a "Connected" status guarantees internet access. It is possible to have a valid IP address but lack DNS resolution. Windows 11 allows granular control over DNS settings directly in the Ethernet menu. Even wired connections can fail