Wi-Fi Keeps Dropping Windows 11 [2026 Fix]
Quick Answer: Wi-Fi drops because Windows 11 power management turns off the wireless adapter. Disable "Allow computer to turn off this device" in Device Manager and set roaming aggressiveness to minimum.
Symptoms
- Wi-Fi disconnects every few minutes
- Reconnects automatically after 10-30 seconds
- Worse on battery power
- Other devices stay connected
Root Cause
Power saving features, outdated drivers, or aggressive roaming between access points.
Fix
Method 1: Disable Power Management
- Device Manager → Network adapters → Wi-Fi adapter
- Properties → Power Management → Uncheck "Allow computer to turn off"
Method 2: Update Wi-Fi Driver
Get-PnpDevice -Class Net | Where-Object {$_.FriendlyName -like "*Wi-Fi*"} | Update-PnpDevice
Method 3: Change Roaming Aggressiveness
- Device Manager → Wi-Fi adapter → Properties → Advanced
- Roaming Aggressiveness → Set to "1. Lowest"
Method 4: Reset Network
netsh winsock reset
netsh int ip reset
Restart-Computer
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FAQ
Q: Why only on battery? A: Windows increases power saving when unplugged.
Q: Will this drain battery faster? A: Slightly, but eliminates constant reconnect power drain.
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