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User profile for user: Lefkows
Lefkows Author
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Mac OSX Sierra drops Wi-Fi

Mac OSX Sierra drops Wi-Fi connection when system sits idle

macOS Sierra (10.12.4)

Posted on Nov 13, 2017 2:44 PM

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User profile for user: i_rina
i_rina
User level: Community Specialist

Nov 15, 2017 2:54 PM in response to Lefkows

Hi Lefkows,

I understand that when your Mac sits idle for too long, the Wi-Fi disconnects. I know it's important to have a reliable internet connection, so I'm happy to provide some help for this issue.

I recommend using the steps in the article below to create a new network location, then test this issue again:

How to use network locations on your Mac - Apple Support

Thanks for using the Apple Support Communities. Cheers!
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User profile for user: Eric Root
Eric Root
User level: Level 10
684,063 points

Nov 16, 2017 8:11 AM in response to Lefkows

What does Wireless Diagnostics show?


Wireless Diagnostics


Wi-FI connection drops


Wi-Fi Problems in OS X Yosemite


Wi-Fi Problems in OS X Yosemite (2)


Wi-Fi Problems in OS X Yosemite (3)


WiFi Potential Temporary fix - Yosemite


Also try turning off Bluetooth.


If your Wi-Fi source is capable of generating a 5 GHz Wi-Fi network, try that to help avoid conflicts with Bluetooth.

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Mac OSX Sierra drops Wi-Fi

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