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My WLAN AutoConfig service is missing

AFratKundak-1846 20 Reputation points
2025-12-25T18:16:59.6666667+00:00

I've bought a new Freedos gaming laptop. I've set Windows 11 up with a flash drive without any problems. But when I checked the services menu I saw that there was no WLAN AutoConfig. I can connect to internet with my ethernet cable. I can see local WiFi's. But when I try to connect to my WiFi it just says that there was a problem and it couldn't connect to it.

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Internet and connectivity

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Ramesh Srinivasan 81,185 Reputation points Independent Advisor
2025-12-26T11:37:48.2166667+00:00

Please try the troubleshooting steps mentioned in the following article.

Fix Wi-Fi connection issues in Windows - Microsoft Support

It addresses most of the Wi-Fi issues/scenarios users might encounter.

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  1. Ramesh Srinivasan 81,185 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2025-12-26T09:02:39.4633333+00:00

    The output shows that the WLANSVC is present in your system and is running correctly.

    It shows up in the Services MMC in this name:

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  2. Ramesh Srinivasan 81,185 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2025-12-25T19:04:17.7+00:00

    Hi, This is Ramesh.

    Please open Command Prompt (admin) and run these commands:

    sc.exe qc WLANSVC

sc.exe query WLANSVC

VER

    Post the output or screenshot.

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    2025-12-25T18:17:09.8066667+00:00

    If the WLAN AutoConfig service is missing from your Windows 11 installation, it may be due to a few reasons, such as missing drivers or issues with the installation itself. Here are some steps you can take to troubleshoot and potentially resolve the issue:

    1. Check Device Manager: Ensure that your wireless network adapter is recognized. Open Device Manager and look for any devices with a yellow exclamation mark, which indicates a driver issue.
    2. Install Wireless Drivers: If the wireless adapter is present but not functioning, you may need to install or update the drivers. You can usually download the latest drivers from the laptop manufacturer's website.
    3. Enable WLAN AutoConfig: If the service is not listed, it might be disabled. You can try to enable it via the command prompt:
      • Open Command Prompt as an administrator.
      • Type sc config WlanSvc start= auto and press Enter.
      • Then, type net start WlanSvc to start the service.
    4. Windows Updates: Ensure that your Windows installation is up to date. Sometimes, missing components can be resolved through updates. Check for updates in Settings > Windows Update.
    5. Network Reset: If all else fails, you can perform a network reset. Go to Settings > Network & Internet > Status, and click on "Network reset". This will remove and reinstall all your network adapters and set other networking components back to their original settings.

    If these steps do not resolve the issue, you may need to consider reinstalling Windows or contacting support for further assistance.

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