当您在Windows 10 PC 中遇到任何网络不一致时,您将收到 0x00028002错误代码(error code)。除非您重新启动计算机,否则您无法重新开始工作。错误代码 0x00028002(error code 0x00028002)阻止您的PC 连接到本地网络。如果您遇到网络连接(network connection)问题,可以尝试运行Windows 网络诊断工具(Windows Network Diagnostics tool)。如果故障排除工具的结果是 0x00028002错误代码(error code),那么本文将对您有很大帮助。在本文中,我们展示了如何修复Windows 10中的网络连接错误 0x00028002(network connection error 0x00028002)。
如何修复 Windows 10 中的网络连接错误 0x00028002(How to Fix Network Connection Error 0x00028002 in Windows 10)
网络错误(network error)的主要原因是驱动程序过时和互联网连接(internet connection)出现故障。导致 0x00028002 的其他一些原因如下:
- 不兼容的路由器配置和路由器的物理故障。
- Wi-Fi 网络出现故障。
- 过时或损坏的网络适配器。
- (IPv6)在不支持这些配置的设备中启用IPv6 。
- PC中损坏的系统文件。
- 电脑操作出现故障。
- (Leftover registry)由于软件安装/卸载不完整,PC 中剩余的注册表组件。
- 病毒或恶意软件攻击。
- 过时的操作系统。
- 网络控制器问题。
当您的 PC 遇到任何一个或所有这些原因时,您将面临网络连接错误 0x00028002(network connection error 0x00028002)。在这种情况下,您将无法正确连接到Wi-Fi。别担心。我们在这里为您提供惊人的解决方法来解决同样的问题。
在本节中,我们编制了一系列方法,可帮助您使用基本和高级故障排除方法解决网络连接错误代码。(network connection error code)以相同的顺序跟随它们以获得完美的结果。
方法一:重新连接 Wi-Fi(Method 1: Reconnect Wi-Fi)
按照这些基本故障排除步骤重新连接到您的网络。
1. 确保您的 PC 已连接到网络。将鼠标悬停在网络地球(Network globe )图标上。
2. 如果状态设置为未连接(Not connected),请单击网络地球(Network globe)图标,选择您的Wi-Fi 网络,然后单击(Wi-Fi network and click)连接按钮(Connect )。确保未打开飞行模式。(Airplane mode )
3. 如果您再次遇到相同的网络连接错误代码(network connection error code),则单击断开连接(Disconnect )按钮,等待一段时间再重新连接。
4. 尝试连接到不同的Wi-Fi网络,并检查您是否再次遇到 0x00028002错误代码(error code)。
不过,如果您遇到同样的问题,请尝试忘记网络并(network and connect)重新连接。
5. 右键单击 Wi-Fi 图标(Wi-Fi icon)并选择打开网络和 Internet 设置。(Open Network & Internet settings.)
6. 点击无线网络(Wi-Fi)。
7.向下滚动(Scroll)右侧菜单,单击管理已知网络(Manage known networks)。
8. 您之前成功配对的无线网络(wireless network)列表将显示在屏幕上。单击(Click)任何无线网络(wireless network)(似乎没有必要)并选择忘记。(Forget. )
9. 再次连接网络。如果同样的问题重复出现,请继续使用下一个方法。
方法二:重启路由器(Method 2: Restart Router)
许多用户报告说,由于路由器出现问题,会出现网络连接错误代码。(network connection error code)如果您诊断出重大硬件故障(hardware failure),则必须更换路由器,但不要担心这种情况不会经常发生。您可以通过简单的重启解决路由器中的临时故障。以下是重启路由器以修复网络连接错误 0x00028002(network connection error 0x00028002)的几个简单步骤。
注意:(Note: )如果您使用的是cable modem/ Wi-Fi 路由器(Wi-Fi router) 组合设备(combo device),请仅针对单个设备执行这些步骤。
1. 找到路由器背面的 电源按钮(Power button) 。
2. 按一下按钮 将其关闭。(turn it off.)
3. 现在, 断开(disconnect)路由器电源线(Router power cable) 并 等待电容器完全耗尽电力。
4. 然后, 重新连接(reconnect) 电源 线(power cable) 并在一分钟后将其打开。
5.等待(Wait)网络连接(network connection)重新建立,然后 再次尝试登录(try signing in again)。
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方法 3:运行网络疑难解答(Method 3: Run Network Troubleshooter)
网络疑难解答(Network troubleshooter)可帮助您诊断和解决计算机网络(computer network)中的问题。所有与网络操作相关的问题都将由疑难解答人员进行分析,并将问题显示在屏幕上。这种方法消除了网络连接错误的潜在症状,并防止(network connection error and prevents)它再次发生。以下是运行网络疑难解答(Network Troubleshooter)的一些说明。
1. 点击Windows 键(Windows key )并在搜索栏中键入疑难解答设置并(Troubleshoot settings )打开。(Open.)
2. 单击其他疑难解答(Additional troubleshooters)。
3. 选择网络适配器(Network Adapter )并单击运行疑难解答(Run the troubleshooter)。
4.选择要诊断的网络适配器,(Select the network adapter to diagnose)然后单击下一步(Next)。
6. 等待故障排除程序检测到问题。
7A。如果结果是疑难解答无法识别问题(Troubleshooting couldn’t identify the problem),请单击关闭疑难解答(Close the troubleshooter)。
7B。如果故障排除程序发现问题,请按照屏幕上的说明修复 0x00028002错误代码(error code)。
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方法4:修复系统文件(Method 4: Repair System Files)
如果您的 PC 上有任何损坏的系统文件或配置文件,您将收到此错误代码(error code)。这些文件会导致操作系统出现故障,因此(System)您无法再次连接到任何无线网络(wireless network)。以下是在 Windows 10 PC 上运行SFC(系统文件检查器(System File Checker))/DISM(部署映像服务和管理)实用程序的一些说明。(Deployment Image Servicing and Management)
1. 按 Windows 键(Windows key),键入 命令提示符(Command Prompt) 并单击 以管理员身份运行(Run as administrator)。
2.在 用户帐户控制(User Account Control) 提示中单击 是。(Yes)
3. 键入 chkdsk C: /f /r /x 命令并按 Enter 键(Enter key)。
4. 如果系统提示您, Chkdsk cannot run...the volume is... in use process,然后,键入 Y 并按 Enter 键(Enter key)。
5. 再次键入命令: sfc /scannow 并按 Enter 键(Enter key) 运行 系统文件检查器(System File Checker) 扫描。
注意:(Note:) 系统扫描将启动,需要几分钟才能完成。同时,您可以继续执行其他活动,但请注意不要意外关闭窗口。
完成扫描后,它将显示以下任一消息:
- Windows 资源保护未发现任何完整性违规。(Windows Resource Protection did not find any integrity violations.)
- Windows 资源保护无法执行请求的操作。(Windows Resource Protection could not perform the requested operation.)
- Windows 资源保护发现损坏的文件并成功修复它们。(Windows Resource Protection found corrupt files and successfully repaired them.)
- Windows 资源保护发现损坏的文件,但无法修复其中一些。(Windows Resource Protection found corrupt files but was unable to fix some of them.)
6. 扫描完成后, 重新启动(restart) 您的 PC(your PC)。
7. 再次 以管理员身份启动命令提示符(Command Prompt as administrator) 并依次执行给定的命令:
dism.exe /Online /cleanup-image /scanhealth
dism.exe /Online /cleanup-image /restorehealth
dism.exe /Online /cleanup-image /startcomponentcleanup
注意:(Note:) 您必须具有有效的Internet 连接(internet connection)才能正确执行DISM命令。
3.最后,等待进程运行成功,关闭窗口,检查错误代码0x00028002(error code 0x00028002)是否修复。
方法 5:重新启用网络适配器(Method 5: Re-enable Network Adapter)
有时,网络适配器中的一个小临时故障可能会导致错误代码 0x00028002(error code 0x00028002)。要完全解决它,您可以调整网络适配器(Network Adapter)设置。按照下面列出的说明禁用网络适配器(Network Adapter)并稍后重新启用它。
1. 按Windows 键(Windows key )并在Windows 搜索(Windows search)菜单中键入设备管理器。(Device Manager )点击(Click)打开。_(Open)
2.双击展开网络适配器部分。(Network adapters )
3. 右键单击您的网络驱动程序(Network driver )(例如,Intel (R) Dual Band Wireless-AC 3168)并选择禁用设备(Disable device )选项。
4.点击Yes确认(Yes)以下提示(below prompt)。
5. 现在,屏幕刷新。稍等片刻或重新启动计算机。再次(Again),右键单击(Right-click)您的驱动程序并选择启用设备(Enable device )选项。
6.最后,检查您是否已修复Windows 10 PC 中的您的连接被中断错误。
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方法6:重置ipconfig(Method 6: Reset ipconfig)
检测到网络更改(network change)错误指示IP 地址(IP address)发生更改。很少有用户报告您可以修复Windows 10重置TCP/IP configuration时连接中断的问题。遵循(Follow)并实施以下说明的步骤。
1. 进入搜索菜单并输入cmd。单击以管理员身份运行(Run as administrator)。
2. 键入以下命令(commands)并按Enter 键(Enter key)。
netsh winsock reset
netsh int ip reset
ipconfig /release
ipconfig /renew
3.等待(Wait)命令执行并重新启动您的PC(reboot your PC)。
方法 7:刷新 DNS 缓存(Method 7: Flush DNS Cache)
DNS 缓存(DNS cache)将DNS记录存储在您的 Windows 10 PC 中,以便您将来可以使用它们。这消除了对任何新的DNS查询的需要,从而提高了网络性能(network performance)。这些DNS 缓存(DNS cache)不仅存储在您的计算机中,还存储在您的公司和 ISP(company and ISP)中。刷新DNS 缓存(DNS cache)是为了消除与网络相关的任何故障,这里是如何做到这一点的。
1.通过在Windows菜单中搜索并单击以管理员身份运行来启动( and click on Run as administrato)命令提示符(Command Prompt )。
2.在命令窗口中输入ipconfig /flushdns Enter。
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方法 8:禁用 IPv6(Method 8: Disable IPv6)
如果您在 Windows 10 计算机中遇到错误代码 0x00028002(code 0x00028002),这可能是因为在不支持IPv6的设备中启用了 IPv6。(IPv6)您可以按照以下说明通过禁用IPv6来修复错误。
1. 同时按下Windows + R keys 运行(Run )对话框。
2.输入ncpa.cpl并按Enter 键(Enter key)。
3. 右键单击您的活动网络适配器( network adapter),然后单击属性(Properties)。
4. 取消选中Internet Protocol Version 6(TCP/IPv6) 选项。
5. 最后,单击“确定(OK )”保存更改并检查问题是否已解决。
注意:(Note: )如果您使用多个网络连接,请导航到网络和共享中心(Network and Sharing Center)并更改适配器( Change adapter )设置。右键单击适配器并选择(adapter and select) 禁用(Disable)。同样(Likewise),禁用除您正在使用的连接之外的所有其他连接,并检查问题是否已解决。
方法 9:更新或重新安装网络驱动程序(Method 9: Update or Reinstall Network Drivers)
如果网络驱动程序已过时或与您的 Windows 10 PC 不兼容,请尝试更新它们以修复 0x00028002错误代码(error code)。如果更新驱动程序没有为您提供修复,则在必要时重新安装它们。
选项 I:更新驱动程序(Option I: Update Drivers)
1.在Windows 搜索菜单(Windows search menu and click)中键入设备管理器,然后单击(Device Manager)打开(Open)。
2. 双击 网络适配器(Network adapters )将其展开。
3. 右键单击您的驱动程序(driver)(例如Intel(R) Dual Band Wireless-AC 3168),然后单击更新驱动程序(Update driver)。
4. 单击浏览我的计算机以查找驱动程序(Browse my computer for drivers )以手动查找并安装驱动程序。
5. 单击浏览器(Browser )按钮选择任何目录,然后(directory and click)单击下一步(Next)。
5A。如果未更新驱动程序,驱动程序将更新到最新版本。
5B。如果它们已经处于更新阶段,屏幕将显示以下消息,已安装适用于您设备的最佳驱动程序(The best drivers for your device are already installed)。
6. 单击关闭(Close)退出窗口。
7.重新启动( Restart)计算机,检查是否已修复错误。
选项二:重新安装驱动程序(Option II: Reinstall Driver)
1.从 Windows 搜索菜单启动设备管理器。(Device Manager)
2. 右键单击驱动程序(driver )并选择卸载设备(Uninstall device)。
3.屏幕上会出现警告提示。(warning prompt)选中“删除此设备的驱动程序软件(Delete the driver software for this device)”复选框,然后单击“(box “)卸载(Uninstall)”确认提示。
4. 通过手动更新或自动更新在您的设备上下载并安装驱动程序。
5. 访问制造商的网站(manufacturer’s website)。
2.在您的PC上找到(Find)并下载与(Download )Windows版本(Windows version)对应的驱动程序。
3. 下载后,双击下载的文件(downloaded file)并按照给定的说明进行安装。
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方法 10:更新 Windows(Method 10: Update Windows)
如果您有一个过时的操作系统,(System)您的 PC 可能会面临很多冲突,而不是 0x00028002错误代码(error code)。请按照以下步骤更新Windows 操作系统(Windows OS)。
1. 同时按下Windows + I 键(keys)在您的计算机上打开设置。(Settings)
2. 选择更新和安全(Update & Security)。
3. 选择检查更新(Check for Updates)。
4A。单击立即安装(Install now)以下载并安装可用的最新更新。
4B。如果您的系统已经是最新的,那么它将显示您是最新的(You’re up to date)消息。
方法 11:卸载最近的更新(Method 11: Uninstall Recent Updates)
如果您在升级操作系统后遇到(Operating System)错误代码 0x00028002(error code 0x00028002) ,请按照以下说明卸载最近的更新。
1. 同时按住Windows + R keys 打开运行(Run )对话框。
2.输入appwiz.cpl并按Enter。
3. 单击查看已安装的更新(View installed updates)。
4. 选择最新的更新并点击(update and click)卸载(Uninstall)。
5. 确认提示(如果有),然后重新启动 PC( reboot the PC)。
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方法 12:执行网络重置(Method 12: Perform Network Reset )
如果您没有通过实施此处讨论的所有其他方法来修复网络连接错误 0x00028002(network connection error 0x00028002) ,请执行网络重置(network reset)。这将删除您 PC 中安装的所有网络适配器及其设置。(network adapters )所有存储的设置都存储为默认设置。
注意:(Note: )要执行网络重置(Network reset),请确保您的 PC 在Windows 10 版本 1607(version 1607)或更高版本中运行。要检查您的版本,请遵循此路径。转到设置(Settings)然后系统( System )和关于(About)。重置网络后,您必须重新安装所有网络软件(networking software ),例如VPN 客户端(VPN clients)或虚拟交换机(Virtual switches)。
1. 同时按住Windows + I keys 打开Windows 设置(Windows Settings)。
2. 点击网络和互联网(Network & Internet)。
3. 单击状态(Status)下的网络重置(Network reset)。
4. 点击立即重置(Reset now)确认提示。
6. 现在,您的 PC 重新启动。最终,错误代码 0x00028002(error code 0x00028002)现在将得到修复。
尽管如此,如果您再次遇到错误,请执行 Windows 10 PC 的系统还原(system restore),如果您认为有任何硬件故障(hardware failure),请在必要时更换您的路由器。
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我们希望本指南对您有所帮助,您可以修复Windows 10 网络连接错误(network connection error) 0x00028002。让我们知道哪种方法最适合您。此外,如果您对本文有任何疑问/建议,请随时将它们放在评论部分。
Fix Network Connection Error 0x00028002
When уou face any network inconsistencies in your Windows 10 PC, you will receive a 0x00028002 errоr соde. You cannot go back to work unless you reboot your comрυter. The error code 0x00028002 prevents yоur PC from сonneсting to а local network. If you are struggling with network connection problems, you can try running the Windows Network Diagnostics tool. If the result of the troubleshooting tool is 0x00028002 error code, then thiѕ article will help уou a lot. In this article, we have shown how to fix network connection error 0x00028002 in Windows 10.
How to Fix Network Connection Error 0x00028002 in Windows 10
The primary reason for the network error is outdated drivers and a glitch in the internet connection. Some other reasons that cause 0x00028002 are as follow:
- Incompatible router configurations and physical failure of the router.
- Glitch in the Wi-Fi network.
- Outdated or corrupt network adapters.
- IPv6 is enabled in devices that do not support those configurations.
- Corrupt system files in PC.
- Malfunction in PC operation.
- Leftover registry components in PC due to incomplete installation/uninstallation of software.
- Virus or malware attack.
- Outdated Operating System.
- Issue with the Network Controller.
When your PC encounters any one or all of these reasons, you will face network connection error 0x00028002. In this case, you cannot connect to Wi-Fi correctly. Don’t worry. We are here to help you with amazing workarounds to resolve the same.
In this section, we have compiled a list of methods that will help you resolve the network connection error code with both basic and advanced troubleshooting methods. Follow them in the same order to attain perfect results.
Method 1: Reconnect Wi-Fi
Follow these basic troubleshooting steps to reconnect to your network.
1. Ensure your PC is connected to the network. Hover over the Network globe icon.
2. If the status is set to Not connected, click on the Network globe icon, choose your Wi-Fi network and click on Connect button. Make sure Airplane mode is not turned on.
3. If you again face the same network connection error code, then click on the Disconnect button, wait for some time and reconnect it again.
4. Try connecting to a different Wi-Fi network and check if you face 0x00028002 error code again.
Still, if you face the same problem then try to forget the network and connect again.
5. Right-click on the Wi-Fi icon and select Open Network & Internet settings.
6. Click on Wi-Fi.
7. Scroll down the right menu, click on Manage known networks.
8. A list of wireless networks you successfully paired up earlier will be displayed on the screen. Click on any wireless network (that seems unnecessary) and select Forget.
9. Connect to the network again. If the same problem repeats, move ahead to the next method.
Method 2: Restart Router
Many users have reported that the network connection error code arises due to problems in the router. If you diagnose a major hardware failure, then you have to replace your router, but don’t worry this does not happen often. You can resolve temporary glitches in your router with a simple restart. Here are a few simple steps to restart the router to fix network connection error 0x00028002.
Note: If you are using a cable modem/ Wi-Fi router combo device, follow the steps only for a single device.
1. Find the Power button at the back of your router.
2. Press the button once to turn it off.
3. Now, disconnect your Router power cable and wait until the power is entirely drained from the capacitors.
4. Then, reconnect the power cable and switch it on after a minute.
5. Wait until the network connection is re-established and try signing in again.
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Method 3: Run Network Troubleshooter
Network troubleshooter helps you diagnose and resolve problems within the computer network. All the problems related to network operations will be analyzed by the troubleshooter and the issues will be displayed on the screen. This method eliminates the potential symptoms of the network connection error and prevents it from occurring again. Here are a few instructions to run Network Troubleshooter.
1. Hit the Windows key and type Troubleshoot settings in the search bar and Open.
2. Click on Additional troubleshooters.
3. Select Network Adapter and click on Run the troubleshooter.
4. Select the network adapter to diagnose and click on Next.
6. Wait for the troubleshooter to detect the problems.
7A. If the result is Troubleshooting couldn’t identify the problem, click on Close the troubleshooter.
7B. If the troubleshooter has identified a problem, then follow the on-screen instructions to fix the 0x00028002 error code.
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Method 4: Repair System Files
If you have any corrupt system files or configuration files on your PC, you will receive this error code. These files lead to the malfunction of the Operating System and so, you cannot connect to any wireless network again. Here are a few instructions to run SFC (System File Checker) /DISM (Deployment Image Servicing and Management) utilities on your Windows 10 PC.
1. Hit the Windows key, type Command Prompt and click on Run as administrator.
2. Click on Yes in the User Account Control prompt.
3. Type chkdsk C: /f /r /x command and hit Enter key.
4. If you are prompted with a message, Chkdsk cannot run…the volume is… in use process, then, type Y and hit the Enter key.
5. Again, type the command: sfc /scannow and press Enter key to run the System File Checker scan.
Note: A system scan will be initiated and it will take a couple of minutes to finish. Meanwhile, you can continue performing other activities but be mindful of not accidentally closing the window.
After completing the scan, it will show either of these messages:
- Windows Resource Protection did not find any integrity violations.
- Windows Resource Protection could not perform the requested operation.
- Windows Resource Protection found corrupt files and successfully repaired them.
- Windows Resource Protection found corrupt files but was unable to fix some of them.
6. Once the scan is finished, restart your PC.
7. Again, launch Command Prompt as administrator and execute the given commands one after the other:
dism.exe /Online /cleanup-image /scanhealth
dism.exe /Online /cleanup-image /restorehealth
dism.exe /Online /cleanup-image /startcomponentcleanup
Note: You must have a working internet connection to execute DISM commands properly.
3. Finally, wait for the process to run successfully and close the window and check if the error code 0x00028002 is fixed.
Method 5: Re-enable Network Adapter
Sometimes, a small temporary glitch in your network adapters can cause error code 0x00028002. To resolve it completely, you can tweak Network Adapter settings. Follow the below-listed instructions to disable the Network Adapter and re-enable it later.
1. Hit the Windows key and type Device Manager in the Windows search menu. Click on Open.
2. Expand the Network adapters section by double-clicking on it.
3. Right-click on your Network driver (for example, Intel (R) Dual Band Wireless-AC 3168) and select the Disable device option.
4. Confirm the below prompt by clicking on Yes.
5. Now, the screen refreshes. Wait a while or reboot your computer. Again, Right-click on your driver and select the Enable device option.
6. Finally, check if you have fixed Your connection was interrupted error in Windows 10 PC.
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Method 6: Reset ipconfig
A network change was detected error indicates a change in IP address. Few users have reported that you could fix your connection was interrupted Windows 10 when they reset the TCP/IP configuration. Follow & implement the below-instructed steps.
1. Go to the search menu and type cmd. Click on Run as administrator.
2. Type the following commands and hit the Enter key.
netsh winsock reset
netsh int ip reset
ipconfig /release
ipconfig /renew
3. Wait for the commands to be executed and reboot your PC.
Method 7: Flush DNS Cache
DNS cache stores the DNS records in your Windows 10 PC so that you could use them in the future. This eliminates the need for any new DNS queries thereby improving the network performance. These DNS caches are not only stored in your computer but also your company and ISP as well. Flushing DNS cache is done to remove any glitches associated with the network and here is how to do that.
1. Launch Command Prompt by searching in the Windows menu and click on Run as administrator.
2. Type ipconfig /flushdns in the command window and hit Enter.
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Method 8: Disable IPv6
If you face error code 0x00028002 in your Windows 10 computer, this might be due to the fact that IPv6 is enabled in a device that does not support it. You can fix the error by disabling IPv6 as instructed below.
1. Launch the Run dialog box by pressing Windows + R keys together.
2. Type ncpa.cpl and hit Enter key.
3. Right-click on your active network adapter and click on Properties.
4. Uncheck the Internet Protocol Version 6(TCP/IPv6) option.
5. Finally, click on OK to save the changes and check if the issue is resolved.
Note: If you use multiple network connections, navigate to Network and Sharing Center and Change adapter settings. Right-click on the adapter and select Disable. Likewise, disable all the additional connections except the one you are using and check if the issue is resolved.
Method 9: Update or Reinstall Network Drivers
If the network drivers are outdated or incompatible with your Windows 10 PC, try updating them to fix the 0x00028002 error code. If updating drivers does not give you a fix, then reinstall them if necessary.
Option I: Update Drivers
1. Type Device Manager in the Windows search menu and click Open.
2. Double click on the Network adapters to expand it.
3. Right-click on your driver (e.g. Intel(R) Dual Band Wireless-AC 3168) and click Update driver.
4. Click on Browse my computer for drivers to locate and install a driver manually.
5. Click on the Browser button to choose any directory and click on Next.
5A. The drivers will be updated to the latest version if they are not updated.
5B. If they are already in an updated stage, the screen displays the following message, The best drivers for your device are already installed.
6. Click on Close to exit the window.
7. Restart the computer, and check if you have fixed the error.
Option II: Reinstall Driver
1. Launch Device Manager from the Windows search menu.
2. Right-click on the driver and select Uninstall device.
3. A warning prompt will be displayed on the screen. Check the box “Delete the driver software for this device” and confirm the prompt by clicking Uninstall.
4. Download and install the drivers on your device either by a manual update or automatic update.
5. Visit the manufacturer’s website.
2. Find and Download the drivers corresponding to the Windows version on your PC.
3. Once downloaded, double click on the downloaded file and follow the given instructions to install it.
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Method 10: Update Windows
If you have an outdated Operating System, your PC may face so many conflicts rather than 0x00028002 error code. Follow the below-mentioned steps to update Windows OS.
1. Press the Windows + I keys together to open Settings on your computer.
2. Select Update & Security.
3. Select Check for Updates.
4A. Click Install now to download and install the latest update available.
4B. If your system is already up-to-date, then it will show You’re up to date message.
Method 11: Uninstall Recent Updates
If you face the error code 0x00028002 after upgrading your Operating System, then uninstall the recent update by following the below-mentioned instructions.
1. Press and hold Windows + R keys together to open the Run dialog box.
2. Type appwiz.cpl and hit Enter.
3. Click on View installed updates.
4. Select the most recent update and click on Uninstall.
5. Confirm the prompt, if any, and reboot the PC.
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Method 12: Perform Network Reset
If you did not attain any fix to network connection error 0x00028002 by implementing all other methods discussed here, then perform a network reset. This removes all the network adapters installed in your PC along with their settings. All the stored settings are stored to default settings.
Note: To perform a Network reset, make sure your PC runs in Windows 10 version 1607 or later. To check your version, follow this path. Go to Settings then System and About. Once you have reset your network, you have to reinstall all networking software like VPN clients or Virtual switches.
1. Press and hold Windows + I keys together to open Windows Settings.
2. Click on Network & Internet.
3. Click on Network reset under Status.
4. Confirm the prompt by clicking on Reset now.
6. Now, your PC restarts. Ultimately, error code 0x00028002 will be fixed now.
Still, if you face the error again, perform a system restore of your Windows 10 PC and if you assume any hardware failure, replace your router if necessary.
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