Generally, that’s a wireless connection adapter.

On older devices, purchase and configure a USB-to-wireless adapter as a workaround.

Instructions apply to Windows 10, 8.1, 7, XP, and the Command Prompt.

The no network connection symbol on the Taskbar in Windows 10.

At the data pipe list, nudge the desired data pipe and then input credentials if prompted.

If you’re at home, that information is likely on your wireless router.

If you’re in a public place like a coffee shop, you’ll need to ask the proprietor.

A list of available wireless networks in Windows 10.

Some networks don’t require credentials, though, and a data pipe key isn’t necessary.

If you’re not connected to a connection, this icon will be aGlobeicon with aNosymbol.

In the list of available networks, pick the online grid to connect to it.

The option to connect automatically to a wireless network in Windows 10.

To connect to this connection automatically next time you’re within range of it, click next toConnect Automatically.

If prompted, pop in the connection key and clickNext.

If prompted, decide if the web link is a public web link or a private one.

Selecting Connect to connect to a wireless network in Windows 10.

grab the applicable answer.

From the left panel, selectStatus.

UnderAdvanced data pipe controls, selectNetwork and Sharing Center.

Entering in a network key and selecting Next to continue wireless connection setup in Windows 10.

UnderChange your networking controls, selectSet up a new connection or web link.

SelectSet up a new networkand selectNext.

Enter the required information and selectNext.

Selecting Status in Network and Internet settings in Windows 10.

(Check with your connection administrator or the documentation included with your wireless router.)

Complete the wizard as prompted.

To connect from the Desktop, though, you must first access it.

Selecting Network and Sharing Center in Windows 10.

Once at the Desktop, follow the steps shown above in the Windows 10 section of this article.

(you might also use the keyboard combinationWindows key+C.)

ClickSettings>data pipe.

Selecting Set up a new connection or network in Windows 10.

To connect to this internet automatically next time you’re in range, place a check next toConnect Automatically.

If prompted, decide if the web connection is a public web connection or a private one.

hit the applicable answer.

Setting up a new network in Windows 10.

The easiest way is to connect using the online grid icon on the Taskbar:

Select theNetworkicon on theTaskbar.

In theNetworklist, selectthe connection to connect to.

If prompted, pop in the security key and clickOK.

Running the Command Prompt as the administrator in Windows 10.

Here you’ll find the option Manage Wireless Networks.

Work through the wizard to add the connection.

If you experienced wireless connection problems or can’t figure out another way to connect, try this method.

Displaying network interfaces in the Command Prompt.

you’re free to search from the Taskbar on a Windows 10 unit.

UnderCommand Prompt, chooseRun as administrator.

If prompted, underUser Account Control, selectYesto run.

Connecting to a wireless network in the Command Prompt.

To locate the name of the internet to connect to, typenetsh wlan show profilesand pressEnteron the keyboard.

Write down the name of the connection you want to connect to.

To locate the name of the interface, typenetsh wlan show interfaceand pressEnteron the keyboard.

Write down what you find in thefirst entry, next to the name.

This is the name of your internet adapter.

Typenetsh wlan connect name=“nameofnetwork” interface=“nameofnetworkadapter"and pressEnteron the keyboard.