Fix Ethernet connection problems in Windows

Windows 10 Windows 11 More...Less A wired Ethernet connection lets you get a fast internet connection—plug one end of the Ethernet cable into your router at home, then plug the other end into the Ethernet port on your Windows PC. (If your PC doesn’t have an Ethernet port but you want to try this option, you might consider getting a USB to Ethernet adapter.)If you’re using an Ethernet connection and can’t connect to the internet, there are a few things you can try to try to fix the problem and get connected. Windows 11Windows 10 On your home router Try these things first to help you fix or narrow down the connection problem. Check the Ethernet cable and connection. Make sure the Ethernet cable is securely plugged into the Ethernet port on both your router and Windows 11 PC. On your router, make sure the Ethernet cable is plugged into the correct Ethernet port—not the Internet port that’s used to connect your modem and router.If one Ethernet cable doesn’t work and you have another one ne...