The issue of needing to reconnect every time your PC wakes from sleep could be related to the network settings or power management settings in Windows 11. Unlike Windows 10, Windows 11 may have different default configurations that affect how network connections are managed during sleep or hibernation.
One common reason for this behavior is that the network adapter might be set to save power, which can lead to disconnections when the PC is in sleep mode. You can check the power management settings of your network adapter to ensure that it is not configured to turn off to save power.
Additionally, if you are using a VPN or specific network configurations, those might also require re-authentication after waking from sleep.
To resolve this, you can try adjusting the power settings for your network adapter:
- Go to Device Manager.
- Find your network adapter, right-click it, and select Properties.
- Under the Power Management tab, uncheck "Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power."
- Click OK and see if this resolves the issue.
If the problem persists, consider checking for updates or consulting the Microsoft support documentation for further troubleshooting steps.