Are you receiving error code 651 when trying to connect to the internet? Error code 651 is associated with Network Connection and when you get this error, you may be unable to connect with your LAN Network and Internet Connection. In this article, I will tell you some guaranteed ways to fix this error message.
Solution 1: Fix using Advanced System Repair Tool
Mostly due to corrupted or misconfigured system file cause this error. There are lots of dependent files and services in Windows PC that are responsible for running Network connection smoothly. If one of this file gets damaged or deleted or replaced by another software, you may receive error code 651. In order to fix this issue easily, you must use the Advanced System Repair Tool.
Solution 2: Run Network Troubleshooter
Network Troubleshooter resets all the settings and fixes the network problem. You can run network troubleshooter as follows:
1. Go to Search and Type Identify and Repair.
2. Select Identify and Repair Network Problems.
3. It will automatically start scanning and fix the problem.
Solution 3: Reset TCP/IP
Resetting TCP/IP is the best way to fix Network Error 651 or Device Driver Error 651. Here are the steps for resetting TCP/IP in Windows PC.
1. Open Command Prompt as Administrator
2. Paste the following text in command prompt and press Enter.
netsh int ip reset
3. Restart your computer. After restarting PC you may not get error code 651.
Solution 4: Update Driver Software
Update network driver in order to fix this error. Go to Device Manager and select your network adapter. Click on it to expand and then right click on that and select Update.
Solution 5: Restart Everything
Restart everything in order to fix this error. Restart Modem, Router, Switch, Network Devices, PC and other devices, disconnect ethernet cables, etc. After that reconnect ethernet cable and start all devices.
Solution 6: Temporarily Disable Firewall/Antivirus
Temporarily disable antivirus and firewall. Firewall is designed to block the incoming suspicious connection. Examine the error after disabling Firewall and Antivirus.
Solution 7: Uncheck Set as Default Option
1. Go to Control Panel > Network & Internet > Network Connections
2. Right click on Broadband connections [WAN Miniport(PPPOE)] and uncheck set as default.
Summary
This article tells you how to fix Windows Network Error 651. However, there are also dozens of ways to fix this error and if you found any smart ways to fix it then surely share your ideas in the comment box.