3 Simple Steps to Reset Network Adapters in Windows 11

Option 1The Easy Way to Reset Your Network Adapters

Windows 11 network adapters can get a fresh start. This method uses the built-in Settings app ⚙️, which is typically the quickest way to reset network adapters. You do not need to be a computer expert.

Step 1Open Your Settings

Open your computer’s settings. The quickest method involves pressing the Win and the I key on your keyboard simultaneously. This will open the Settings ⚙️ window.

Step 2Go to Network Settings

Once Settings is open, look at the list of options on the left side. Click on Network & internet. On the right side of the window, you’ll see more options. Scroll down a bit until you find and click on Advanced network settings.

Step 3Find the Network Reset Option

You are now in the advanced network area. Look through the options on this page. You should see a section called Network reset. Click on it.

Step 4Start the Reset

You're almost done! On the Network reset screen, you'll see a button that says Reset now. Click this button to begin the process.

Step 5Confirm Your Choice

Windows will ask you to confirm that you really want to reset your network adapters. A small box will appear asking, "Are you sure you want to reset all network adapters?" Click Yes to continue.

Step 6Wait for the Restart

Windows restarts your computer automatically five minutes after you reset network adapters Windows 11 to apply all changes properly. You can save your open files during this countdown so you do not lose any work before the system reboots itself.

If you absolutely must stop the automatic restart because you're not ready or need to finish something else, you can. Open the Windows Terminal (Admin) (instructions follow in Option Two) and type the following command, then press Enter:shutdown /a

Option 2Using the Command Prompt for a Network Reset

Alternatively, for those more comfortable with commands, or if the Settings app isn't cooperating, Option Two offers a way to reset network adapters using the Windows Terminal. This method works just as well and is a good alternative.

Step 1Open Windows Terminal as an Administrator

Windows Terminal runs with elevated permissions when you need to reset network adapters Windows 11 using command line tools. Open the Start menu, type the app name, and pick the admin option so you can run the commands successfully.

That's fine for this command. If you prefer to use Command Prompt, click the small down arrow next to the plus (+) sign at the top of the Terminal window and select Command Prompt.

Step 2Enter the Reset Command

The administrator command window allows you to reset your network adapters. Type or copy and paste the command `netsh winsock reset` into the Terminal window to reset network adapters to their default settings.

netcfg -d

After you type or paste the command, press the Enter key on your keyboard.

Step 3Restart Your Computer

Restarting your computer is required to finish the process when you reset network adapters Windows 11 via the command line. The system applies the new network settings during the reboot, which fixes lingering connection faults.

Summary

Reset network adapters Windows 11 procedures involve either using the Settings app or running commands in the terminal, followed by a system restart. Both methods clear out broken network configurations and restore your internet connection to its default state.