This will restart your computer and wipe out saved Wi-Fi passwords and VPN settings. However, it reinstalls all default network drivers automatically. 3. How to Download Drivers Without Internet

If the driver store is corrupted or the driver was OEM-specific:

Go to > Network & Internet > Advanced network settings . Click Network reset and then Reset now .

Now that you’re back online (hopefully), maybe go ahead and download a backup of that driver and keep it on your desktop. You know... just in case.

The Invisible Tether: A Reflection on the Accidentally Deleted Wi-Fi Driver

If you need specific features (like Wi-Fi 6E support or manufacturer-specific software), the default Microsoft driver won't work. You need the proprietary driver.