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IPv4 No Internet Access Error [SOLVED]

Learn to restore your internet connection to normal

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Updated onOctober 17, 2024

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One of the most annoying Windows 11 problems must be the IPv4 no internet access issue. From outdated, corrupt or incompatible network drivers to third party app conflicts and misconfigured settings, a lot of underlying issues could cause it.

But don’t worry. We’ll explain all you need to know to get it fixed ASAP. Let’s get started.

How can I fix the IPv4 No Internet Access issue?

1. Install the latest network drivers

Alternatively, you can easily do this with athird-party driver updater. Simply download it, run it, and let it automatically scan for any missing, broken, or outdated drivers. You will then get to choose what to do with each and every one of them.

2. Modify the HT Mode settings

3. Renew the IP address

Finally, restart the computer and verify whether theNo Internet accesserror on IPv4 is resolved. If not, head to the next solution.

4. Reset Winsock (Windows Socket API)

5. Check your IP settings

Here’s how to enableIPv4and IPv6 protocols:

When you turn your computer back on, you should be able to connect to internet without any problems.

There’s a chance thatWindows 10turned off yourIPv4and IPv6 protocols after the installation, this doesn’t happen very often, but it could happen. So logically, all you need to do to get yourinternet connectionback is to turn on these protocols again.

Sometimes, your IPV6 may be enabled but not working. Re-enabling it should fix this issue. However if you are stillcan’t access the internet on IPv6, we suggest you check out this guide.

6. Change the channel width

This step applies to wireless networks. By changing the bandwidth settings, you allow your computer to use other wireless frequencies and expand its reach.

7. Disable Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6)

If nothing else worked, the last solution is to disable IPv6 and force the computer to use IPv4 instead. This solution did the trick for many and should help get things up and running

If you encounter this issue related to IPv6, then you can safely use the previously mentioned solutions to fix it. They work for both IPv4 and IPv6 connectivity issues.

If you have any otherWindows 10-related issues you can check for the solution in ourWindows 10 Fixsection.

We hope you managed to fix your IPv4 no internet access issue. Lets us know in the comments section below which solution worked for you.

IPv4 No Internet Access Error [SOLVED]#

How can I fix the IPv4 No Internet Access issue?#

1. Install the latest network drivers#

2. Modify the HT Mode settings#

3. Renew the IP address#

4. Reset Winsock (Windows Socket API)#

5. Check your IP settings#

6. Change the channel width#

7. Disable Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6)#