Fix Intermittent WiFi Drops
Stop your WiFi from randomly disconnecting by working through the most common causes one by one.
Updated 2026
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Restart the router
Power cycle the router and modem. A simple reboot resolves many random disconnects.
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2
Check for overheating
Feel the router — if it's very hot, ensure it has ventilation. Overheating causes instability and random reboots.
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3
Update the firmware
Outdated firmware is a common cause of drops. Check for updates in the admin panel.
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Change the WiFi channel
Interference from neighbouring networks on the same channel causes drops. Switch to a less congested channel.
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Disable power-saving on your device
On Windows, open Device Manager → Network Adapters → WiFi adapter → Power Management → uncheck Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power.
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Check the router logs
In the admin panel find System Log or Event Log to see if errors coincide with drop times.
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Factory reset as a last resort
If nothing else works, back up settings and factory-reset the router, then reconfigure from scratch.