How To Fix A Network Cable Is Not Properly Plugged In Or May Be Broken Detected Error Windows 10/11
0Learn How To Fix A Network Cable Is Not Properly Plugged In Or May Be Broken Detected Error Windows 10/11/8/7.In this tutorial, you will learn how to fix the "A network cable is not properly plugged in or may be broken" error on Windows 10/11. This error message typically indicates an issue with the network cable connection or a potential problem with the network adapter.
Here are the steps to resolve the "A network cable is not properly plugged in or may be broken" error:
Check the network cable connections:
Ensure that the network cable is securely plugged into both the computer's network port and the router or modem.
If possible, try using a different network cable to rule out any cable-related issues.
Restart your computer and networking devices:
Restart your computer to refresh the network settings.
Restart your router or modem by unplugging the power, waiting for a few seconds, and then plugging it back in.
Update network adapter drivers:
Press the Windows key + X on your keyboard and select "Device Manager" from the menu that appears.
In the Device Manager window, expand the "Network adapters" category.
Right-click on the network adapter that is displaying the error and select "Update driver."
Choose the option to search for updated drivers automatically. Windows will search for and install any available updates for the network adapter.
After the update is complete, restart your computer and check if the error persists.
Disable and re-enable the network adapter:
Right-click on the network icon in the system tray (bottom right corner of the screen) and select "Open Network & Internet settings."
In the Settings window, click on "Network and Sharing Center" (Windows 10) or "Change adapter options" (Windows 11) in the related settings section.
Right-click on the network adapter displaying the error and select "Disable." Wait for a few seconds, then right-click on the same adapter and select "Enable."
Check if the error message disappears and the network connection is restored.
Reset TCP/IP:
Open the Command Prompt as an administrator. To do this, press the Windows key, type "cmd," right-click on "Command Prompt," and select "Run as administrator."
In the Command Prompt window, type the following commands one by one, pressing Enter after each command:
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netsh winsock reset
netsh int ip reset
ipconfig /release
ipconfig /renew
Restart your computer and check if the error is resolved.
Test the network connection:
If the error persists, try connecting your computer to a different network port on the router or modem.
Alternatively, test the network cable and adapter on another computer or device to determine if the issue is specific to your computer.
If none of the above steps resolve the error, it is recommended to seek further assistance from a network technician or your Internet service provider (ISP) for advanced troubleshooting and potential hardware replacement if necessary.
Note: The steps provided are general troubleshooting guidelines and may vary slightly depending on your specific Windows version.