What is “DNS server is not responding” Error?
While browsing the internet and trying to access a website, you may have encountered the error saying, “DNS Server is Not Responding.” Although, this is not a very common problem, but it can occur once in a while when the DNS server doesn’t respond for some reason.
Don’t worry! You can fix this problem with ease by following the methods given below:
Methods to Fix “DNS server is not responding” Error
- Try Using a Different Device
If you are facing “DNS server is not responding” error on any particular device such as your computer, try checking with another device such as your phone or laptop. If the other device easily connects to the network and you are able to access the website, then the issue is definitely with the device and not the router.
Also, if the other device doesn't connect with the web page, this does not mean that issue is with the router. So, make sure to check properly.
- Try a Different Browser
Use a different web browser and try to connect to the web page. If the problem remains, the error could be due to another reason. However, if the error is resolved, uninstall and then reinstall your old browser to fix the error.
- Connect your Computer to the Router via Ethernet
If you're already using Ethernet, you can skip this step.
But, if you can connect to a web page using Ethernet only, the issue could be in your router and you may have to reset it. However, if you can't access a web page while connected through Ethernet, the problem could be in your DNS settings.
- Restart your Modem and Router
If your modem or router is not working properly, the DNS server could stop working. In such case, you can restart your modem and router to fix the problem. This will clear your router's cache and help you fix DNS error. To do so, follow the given steps:
- Unplug your modem's and router's power cable.
- Allow them to remain idle for 30 seconds.
- Reconnect your modem and check when it comes back online.
- Reconnect your router to the modem and check when it comes back online.
- Try to access the website you want to visit and check if it succeeds.
- If you still can't connect to the site, contact your Internet Service Provider.
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- Check your DNS Server Address
This error could also be caused by incorrect DNS server address. Follow the given steps to fix your DNS server address:
- Press the Windows + R on your keyboard to open the Run window.
- Type control and press Enter.
- Open “Network and Internet.”
- Open “Network and Sharing Center.”
- Open “Change adapter settings.”
- Right-click on Local Area Connection, Ethernet or Wi-Fi, whatever is available. Then click “Properties.”
- Select Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4), then click “Properties.”
- Select “Obtain an IP address automatically” and “Obtain DNS server address automatically.” Then click OK.
- Select Internet Protocol Version 6(TCP/IPv6), then click “Properties.”
- Select “Obtain an IP address automatically” and “Obtain DNS server address automatically.” Then click OK.
- Try to access the website you want to visit and see if it works.
- Update your Network Adapter Driver
“DNS Server is Not Responding”error could also be caused by an old or faulty network adapter driver. In such case, you can update your network adapter driver manually or by using an automatic tool.
Following the above solutions will fix the “DNS Server is Not Responding” error.
FAQs
Q1. What is a DNS Server?
DNS (Domain Name System) Server is a server that translates websites' addresses so that your web browser can connect with the websites.
Q2. What is “DNS server is not responding” Error?
In cases, when the websites' addresses get out-of-date or the DNS server has some issues, you'll encounter a DNS error called “DNS server is not responding” and you won't be able to connect to such websites even if you have internet access.
Q3. Why can’t I access websites when DNS server is not responding?
DNS server translates the websites’ address into the IP address for your web browser to connect easily. So, if there’s any wrong with the DNS server, you cannot access any website on your web browser.
Q4. How Can I Fix “DNS server is not responding” Error?
You can easily fix “DNS server is not responding” error by following the steps and methods given in the above article.
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