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09-10-2024 07:57 AM
Hi @AvinashKale,
Welcome to HP Support Community.
Thank you for posting your query, I will be glad to help you.
If the WiFi option is not showing on your HP Pavilion 14 laptop, it might be due to a driver issue or a problem with the network adapter itself. Here are some steps you can take to troubleshoot.
Check Device Manager:
- Right-click the Start button and select "Device Manager."
- Expand the "Network adapters" section and look for your WiFi adapter. It might be listed under a name like "Wireless Network Adapter" or similar.
- If you see a yellow exclamation mark next to it, there’s likely a driver issue.
Update or Reinstall the Driver:
- In Device Manager, right-click on your WiFi adapter and select "Update driver."
- Choose "Search automatically for updated driver software" and follow the prompts.
- If updating doesn't work, you might need to uninstall and reinstall the driver. Right-click the WiFi adapter, select "Uninstall device," then restart your laptop. Windows should attempt to reinstall the driver upon reboot.
Check for Windows Updates:
- Go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update and check for any available updates. Sometimes a Windows update can include necessary drivers.
Check the Network Adapter Settings:
- Go to Settings > Network & Internet > Status > Change adapter options.
- Make sure the WiFi adapter is enabled. If it's disabled, right-click on it and select "Enable."
Run the Network Troubleshooter:
- Go to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Additional troubleshooters.
- Select "Internet Connections" and run the troubleshooter.
Check the BIOS/UEFI Settings:
- Sometimes, the WiFi adapter can be disabled in the BIOS/UEFI settings. Restart your laptop and enter the BIOS/UEFI setup (usually by pressing a key like F2, F10, or DEL during startup).
- Check if there’s an option to enable or disable the wireless adapter.
I hope this helps.
Take care and have a good day.
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