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Earlier today I was using my Mac mini and it was working fine. Suddenly, my internet stopped working but it said it was still connected. I’ve searched up countless videos and none of their suggestions work. My only option is to use hotspot which is the only thing that’s works. Any suggestions on how to fix this?
Mac mini, macOS 14.6
Dannyluxfrr Said:
“Mac mini suddenly stopped connecting to my WiFi, now it says it is connected but it’s not actually connected.“
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Troubleshooting Mac WiFi:
A few thoughts to try...
I. Clear the Temporary Internet Files:
II. Restart your Router:
III. Boot in Safe Mode:
In Safe Mode, Login Items do not run at login, certain preferences are set aside, and damaged system files are then reset. So, once booted in to Safe Mode, wait 30 seconds, and then boot up normally, attempting another update install. For instructions, go here: How to Use safe Mode on your Mac - Apple Support
IV. Try a New Admin User:
What happens when you create a new administrator user, and log into it? Do you still get this error? If not, then it is likely an error with the current user. If so, then it is likely an error with your Mac.
Dannyluxfrr Said:
“Mac mini suddenly stopped connecting to my WiFi, now it says it is connected but it’s not actually connected.“
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Potential WiFi Connection Failure:
Just because there is a network connection does not mean you are connected to the Internet. You may be using internal network services, instead.
When the problem occurs, and you Option-click the WLAN menu, does the Mac have IP address?
My router's old firmware had an issue where it did not properly give some device a new IP# so Internet was unreachable for that random device. Rebooting the router and the Mac/iPhone/iPad was a quick simple fix, and after updating router FW the problem has not occurred (knock on wood).
Mac mini suddenly stopped connecting to my WiFi, now it says it is connected but it’s not actually connected.
