Wi-Fi problems with PCs PC connectivity issues Network troubleshooting
Wi-Fi problems with PCs PC connectivity issues Network troubleshooting
Hey everyone, I’m dealing with an old AsRock H97 board that loses Wi-Fi connections quickly—usually just a minute or two before it drops and then reconnects. The Windows Event Viewer logs suggest something’s up. It seems this is the only PC on my network with the same name, and since there are no static IPs, everything uses DHCP. The wired connection works fine on that machine, but updating to Windows 10/11 didn’t help. I’m thinking about trying Ubuntu to test, but any suggestions would be great! Thanks, C
Using a different Wi-Fi adapter instead of the default one on the board
It's a Realtek 8821AE Wireless LAN 802.11ac PCI-E NIC. No connection found. I'm testing it with a nearby cable and switch, but it dropped when I opened Device Manager after restarting the device a few minutes ago. The event log shows another PC with the same name on the network, though none of my devices are running at the same time.
You might swap the Realtek for an Intel AX210 if it fits in an M.2 slot. However, this can be difficult since it’s usually hidden behind the IO shield. If you have a cable and a switch close by, could you simply use it instead? Wired connections tend to be more dependable.
It's a good question. Ethernet offers reliability and widespread compatibility, making it a solid choice for many setups.
Yeh, could do. Its really just a troubleshooting thing. Got no idea why the event viewer is reporting another system on the network as having the same name. Actually, easier than that. The M.2 slot is smack bang in the middle of the board so very easy to get to. I'm sure I've got a spare usb wifi adapter kicking around my box of goodies somewhere so will give that a bash first.
The absence of issues with the Ethernet connection indicates your router might still need attention. Have you attempted a reboot of the router or access point to resolve the matter? Make sure the connectors align correctly and verify that the antenna cables are securely fastened at each end.
That was the initial step I took. Was it referred to as an Arp Table? I guess something got stuck in that kind of setup and led to an issue. I’m planning to try it with a worn-out USB device I know exists, hoping it resolves the problem. If it doesn’t work then it’s just a repeat, but the PC isn’t used much and is close to a CAT6 cable, so it shouldn’t be too bad.