Fix Wake on Lan error not working on Windows 10

What is Wake-on-LAN (WOL)?

This is a powerful and convenient feature that allows users to control a remote computer over a network, saving energy and allowing remote access to computers when needed.

Wake-on-LAN problem on Windows 10

Wake-on-LAN (WOL) does not work or stop working in Windows 10 after upgrading from Windows 8.1 or Windows 7. In this example, use Realtek PCIe GBE Family Controller.

Although many people have made all settings for Wake-on-LAN such as disabling quick startup, configuring the adapter options related to WOL, etc., WOL still doesn't work.

Environment:

Previous operating system: Windows 8.1 Pro x64
Current operating system: Windows 10 Pro x64
Mainboard: Asus H87-Plus
NIC: Onboard Realtek PCIe GBE Family Controller
NIC driver version: 9.1.401.2015 released on April 1, 2015

Reason:

Driver Realtek Ethernet Card is included in the Windows update causing problems.

The solution to the Wake-on-LAN error problem does not work after upgrading to Windows 10

Install Ethernet Realtek Card driver from Realtek website.

Download : Realtek PCIe NIC Driver

Note: Be sure to enable the WOL feature for the NIC.

1. How to turn on Wake-on-lan on Windows 10 to turn on and start the remote computer

Users perform the following steps: Control Panel> Network and Internet> Network Connections > right click on Ethernet> Properties> Client for networks Microsoft> Configure .> Power Management > Wake on LAN: turn on Wake on Magic Packet and Wake on Magic Packet from the power off state.

I wish you all success!