Can't Connect to WPA3 Network with Dell Windows 10 22H2

Introduction

This article aims to provide a solution for users experiencing issues connecting to a WPA3 network using a Dell Latitude 7400 laptop running Windows 10 version 22H2.

Symptoms

Users report that they can successfully connect to a WPA2 network but encounter problems when attempting to connect to a WPA3 network. The error message displayed is usually "The connection attempt was not successful."

Possible Causes

Several factors could contribute to this issue:

1. Outdated wireless driver
2. Incompatible WPA3 encryption

Solution

Update Wireless Driver

To update the wireless driver, follow these steps:

1. Press the Windows key + X and select "Device Manager" from the list.
2. Expand the "Network adapters" category.
3. Right-click on the wireless adapter and select "Update driver."
4. Choose "Search automatically for drivers."

If the automatic update fails, download the latest driver from Dell's official website and install it manually.

Enable WPA3 Support

To enable WPA3 support, follow these steps:

1. Press the Windows key + I to open Settings.
2. Go to "Network & Internet" > "Status" > "Network reset" > "Reset now."
3. After the reset is complete, go to "Network & Internet" > "Wi-Fi" > "Manage known networks."
4. Select the network and click "Properties."
5. Toggle on "Secure connection only" and "Save changes."

By updating the wireless driver and enabling WPA3 support, most users should be able to connect to WPA3 networks on their Dell Latitude 7400 laptops running Windows 10 version 22H2.