How to fix a Samsung Galaxy A40 with WiFi that keeps dropping
When a smartphone like your Samsung Galaxy A40 keeps dropping its WiFi connection, you can always expect it to be an issue with the software. It may be due to a glitch in the system that some network services stopped working. However, it is also a possible problem with the network device. As you know, modems and routers need to be refreshed every now and then because they may stop broadcasting signal.
In this article, I will guide you in troubleshooting your Samsung Galaxy A40 with WiFi connection that keeps dropping for some reason. We will have to look into this problem again since some of our readers have contacted us about it, although we’ve already encountered such issue a few times in the past. I can assure you that it’s not really a serious issue as long as your phone does not have any signs of physical or liquid damage. So, if you’re an owner of this phone and are currently having the same problem, continue reading.
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Troubleshoot Galaxy A40 with WiFi that keeps dropping
Network-related issues are not really a serious problem. In fact, we’ve already addressed several issues in the past and the majority of them have been fixed by doing the troubleshooting procedures below. With that being said, here are the things you should do to fix the WiFi that keeps on dropping on your Galaxy A40…
First solution: Force restart your Galaxy A40
When troubleshooting a possible firmware issue, it’s best to begin the whole process doing the forced reboot as it may save you from all the troubles of doing all other procedures. The thing is, when it comes to minor firmware problems, the forced restart is the most effective solution as it refreshes your phone’s memory as well as reload all its apps and services. It could be the only thing you need to do and here’s how it’s done:
- Press and hold the volume down button and don’t release it yet.
- While holding it down, press and hold the power key as well.
- Keep both keys held down together until the Galaxy A40 logo shows.
When your phone becomes active, make sure it’s connected to the network and try to see if WiFi keeps dropping still even after the forced restart. If it still does, then try the next solution.
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Second solution: Power-cycle your network equipment
Assuming that you’re connecting to your own network, then the next thing you have to do is to refresh the connection by restarting your modem and/or router. Follow these steps:
- Unplug your modem or router from the wall outlet.
- Leave the network device without power for a minute or two.
- While waiting, reboot your phone as well.
- Plug the modem/router into the wall outlet.
- Wait for it to broadcast the signal.
- Let your phone reconnect to the network.
After which, continue using your phone to know if WiFi keeps dropping still after doing the procedure because if still does, then move on to the next solution.
Third solution: Reset Network Settings to fix WiFi keeps dropping issue
Resetting the network settings will refresh the connection between your phone and your router. When it comes to network related problems, this procedure often fixes them. It also addresses other network issues and here’s how it’s done:
- Swipe down from the top of the screen to pull the notification panel down.
- Tap the Settings icon on the upper-right corner.
- Scroll to and tap General management.
- Touch Reset.
- Tap Reset network settings.
- Tap Reset settings.
- If prompted, enter your PIN, Password or Pattern.
- Finally, tap Reset.
After this, the following changes will occur:
- Stored Wi-Fi networks will be deleted.
- Paired Bluetooth devices will be deleted.
- Background data sync settings will be turned on.
- Data restrictive settings in applications that were manually turned on/off by the customer will be reset to the default setting.
- Network selection mode will be set to automatic.
Continue using your phone normally and wait if its WiFi keeps dropping still after doing these procedures because if it still does, then try the next solution.
Fourth solution: Reset all settings to try and fix WiFi keeps dropping issue
Let’s just be thorough in troubleshooting your phone and let’s not skip a solution that could potentially fix the problem. The next thing you have to do is to reset all settings in your device. This will have a reset-like effect but none of your files and data will be deleted. So, it’s very simple yet effective procedure and you don’t have to go through all the hassles of backing up your files and data. Here’s how it’s done:
- Swipe down from the top of the screen to pull the notification panel down.
- Tap the Settings icon on the upper-right corner.
- Scroll to and tap General management.
- Touch Reset.
- Tap Reset settings.
- Tap the Reset settings button.
- If prompted, enter your PIN, Password or Pattern.
- Finally, tap Reset.
After this, observe your phone to know if WiFi keeps dropping still. If it still does, then it’s time to troubleshoot the firmware.
Fifth solution: Wipe cache partition
This will delete the system cache and replace it with a new one. The case is actually a collection of many files that’s used by the system to make your phone run smoothly. There are times, however, when these files get corrupted and when it happens, performance issues may occur and affect some functions and this could be the reason why WiFi keeps dropping on your Galaxy A40. So, wipe the cache partition and see if the problem continues after it:
- Turn off the device.
- Press and hold the Volume Up and Power keys.
- When the Galaxy A40 logo shows, release all three keys.
- Your Galaxy A40 will continue to boot up into the Recovery Mode. Once you see a black screen with blue and yellow texts, proceed to the next step.
- Press the Volume down key several times to highlight wipe cache partition.
- Press Power key to select.
- Press the Volume down key to highlight yes, them and press the Power key to select.
- When the wipe cache partition is complete, Reboot system now is highlighted.
- Press the Power key to restart the device.
Once the phone has successfully restarted, continue your observation of your phone to see if the problem continues. If it still does, then you should reset your phone.
Sixth solution: Backup your files and reset your phone
A master reset will fix this problem provided it’s not a hardware issue. However, we’re always hesitant to suggest this without exhausting all possible solutions first as you may lose some important files and data. But this time, it seems like you don’t have much of a choice so create a backup of your files and then remove your Google and Samsung account so that you won’t be locked out of your device after the reset. Once you’ve done all these, follow these steps to reset your phone:
- Turn off the device.
- Press and hold the Volume Up and Power keys.
- When the Galaxy A40 logo shows, release all three keys.
- Your Galaxy A40 will continue to boot up into the Recovery Mode. Once you see a black screen with blue and yellow texts, proceed to the next step.
- Press the Volume down key several times to highlight ‘wipe data / factory reset’.
- Press Power button to select.
- Press the Volume down key until ‘Yes’ is highlighted.
- Press Power button to select and start the master reset.
- When the master reset is complete, ‘Reboot system now’ is highlighted.
- Press the Power key to restart the device.
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