Missing wi-fi icon in taskbar

[robertreid1]

The wi-fi icon is missing from the taskbar on my windows 11 desktop which is causing issues logging onto other devices which are not visible as wi-fi icon is missing. Have tried just about everthing to get the icon back without success. I did turn off my smart modem (VX420-G2h) then back on and noticed that the wi-fi icon was visible while the modem was rebooting but as soon as it was up and running correctly I again lost the wi-fi icon. How do I rectify this matter?

[BasilDV]

Hi @robertreid1 

Have you checked if the WiFi is enabled on your computer?

Aside from the computer, are you experiencing issues with other devices connecting to your WiFi network?

Is this a Laptop or a Desktop computer?

BasilDV

[robertreid1]

I do have wifi available but there is no wifi icon in network connections on my desktop PC so I am unable to see what devices are connected and what is not connected, all I can do is enter the modem password when connecting a new device - it either works or it does not. As new devices are not showing up I am unable to troubleshoot them At present I am trying to add a tp link wifi extender but it is not being recognisedmissing icon

[BasilDV · Accepted solution]

Hi @robertreid1 

Based on the screenshot you've provided the computer doesn't show that you have a WiFi/Wireless adapter.

If its coming in and out, then there's a possible fault within the adapter of your computer.

You may check if it's properly installed or update the software on it.

Let us know how it goes.

BasilDV