Can't connect to any Wi-Fi network on Windows 10? (Stuck on "Checking network requirements")

Hi,

Have you occurred this problem many times? Windows shows that there's available Wi-Fi networks, and you try to connect to one of them. This message appears:

And after some time, it says "Connecting..." then nothing happens.
I've figured a new solution to this problem, which I expect will solve it in the future too.

Solution 1

It is caused by the wireless adapter being disabled.
Go to network connections. This can be done quickly in probably Windows 7 and above versions by typing this into the search box in the start menu (Start button -> CTRL + V)

control.exe netconnections

Find the disabled Wi-Fi adapter, and enable it (eg by right clicking it).

Solution 2

Another solution I've had luck with was to start a network diagnostic. Right click the Wi-Fi/network icon in the progress bar. Then click "Troubleshoot problems"

Solution 3

Another good fix is to put your PC into sleep mode, wait a minute or so, then wake it up. Wait a minute again, and see if you can connect.

Solution 4

The last fix I've found that sometimes work, is to disable and then re-enable the network card under Device Manager.

This is a good guide (also covers solution 1).
https://www.eightforums.com/tutorials/37681-network-adapter-nic-enable-disable-windows.html