Wi-Fi gadget missing

[Gold716]

no Wi-Fi gadget only Bluetooth showing

[Raj_05]

Hi @Gold716,

Welcome to HP Support Community.

Thank you for posting your query, I will be glad to help you.

It sounds like your HP laptop is missing the Wi-Fi adapter, and only Bluetooth is showing up. Here are a few steps you can try to resolve this.

Check Device Manager

• Press Windows + X and select Device Manager.
• Look under Network adapters to see if the Wi-Fi adapter is listed. If it's not there:
  • Check under Other devices or Bluetooth.
  • If there is an exclamation mark next to the Wi-Fi adapter, it could indicate a driver issue.

Reinstall Wi-Fi Drivers

• In Device Manager, right-click the Wi-Fi adapter (if visible) and select Uninstall device.
• Restart your laptop. Windows should automatically reinstall the drivers for the Wi-Fi adapter. If it doesn’t, visit the HP support website to download the latest drivers for your laptop model.

Check the Wireless Switch

• Some laptops have a physical switch to turn the wireless on or off. Ensure it’s turned on.

Enable Wi-Fi via BIOS

• Restart your laptop and press Esc or F10 to enter the BIOS.
• Look for a setting related to wireless or Wi-Fi. Ensure it's enabled.

Run Network Troubleshooter

• Go to Settings > Network & Internet > Status.
• Scroll down and click Network Troubleshooter to detect and fix any issues with your network.

Check for Windows Updates

• Sometimes, a recent update can cause network issues. Check for any pending updates that might address this problem. Go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update.

Check the Airplane Mode

• Ensure Airplane Mode is turned off. You can toggle this in the Action Center (click the notification icon on the taskbar).

I hope this helps.

Take care and have a good day.

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