{YTS} Fixing Windows Installation Problems With Network Authentication

Here are some steps you can follow to troubleshoot and fix installation problems related to network authentication in Windows:

Step 1: Ensure the Network Adapter is enabled

Go to Control Panel > System and Security > Network and Sharing Center

Click on “Change adapter settings”

Select the network adapter that’s connected to your network

Click on the “Enable” button

Step 2: Update Network Drivers

Open Device Manager (Press Windows + X and select Device Manager)

Expand each category in the tree view

Look for network adapters with an exclamation mark next to them (this indicates a problem)

Right-click on the affected adapter and select “Update driver”

Follow the prompts to find and install any available updates

Step 3: Disable and Re-enable Network Adapter

Open Command Prompt as an administrator

Type the following command to disable the network adapter:

net stop wuauserv

Wait for a few seconds, then type the following command to re-enable the network adapter:

net start wuauserv

Step 4: Check Network Connection

Go to Control Panel > System and Security > Network and Sharing Center

Click on “Change adapter settings”

Select the network adapter that’s connected to your network

Right-click on the network icon in the right pane

Click on “Properties”

Ensure the following settings are set correctly:

+ Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) – Enabled

+ Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6) – Disabled

+ DNS Server Selection – Select a DNS server from a list of available options

Step 5: Use Network Authentication

Go to Control Panel > System and Security > Network and Sharing Center

Click on “Change adapter settings”

Select the network adapter that’s connected to your network

Right-click on the network icon in the right pane

Click on “Properties”

Ensure the following settings are set correctly:

+ Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) – Enabled

+ Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6) – Disabled

+ Authentication Method – Select a suitable authentication method, such as:

* Windows Authentication (for Windows users)

* Network Level Authentication (NLA) for non-Windows users

Step 6: Run the System File Checker

Open Command Prompt as an administrator

Type the following command to run the System File Checker:

sfc /scannow

This will scan and replace any corrupted system files with new ones.

Additional Troubleshooting Steps

Check for malware or viruses that may be interfering with network authentication

Ensure that all software is up-to-date, as outdated software can cause connectivity issues

Restart your computer in safe mode to isolate the issue

If none of these steps resolve the problem, you may need to:

Run a System Restore to revert to a previous point when everything was working correctly

Perform a clean install of Windows

Seek further assistance from Microsoft Support or a professional technician

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