Metamask Not Connecting: A Troubleshooting Guide
Are you having trouble connecting Metamask to your local network? Don’t worry, we’re here to help. In this article, we’ll show you the steps to troubleshoot and resolve the issue.
Check your network configuration
First, let’s make sure Metamask is correctly connected to your local network. Here’s what you should check:
- Network adapter settings: Make sure the network adapter on your Windows 10 computer is set to connect to the same network that Metamask should use (e.g. Localhost 8545).
- Wireless adapter settings: Also, make sure your wireless adapter is enabled and configured properly.
- Metamask settings: Make sure Metamask is not using any network other than your local network.
Troubleshooting Steps
If you have already checked the settings above and Metamask still cannot connect to Localhost 8545, here are some troubleshooting steps:
- Restart your computer: Sometimes connection issues can be resolved simply by restarting your computer.
- Check your network connection: Make sure your network connection is stable and working properly. Try disconnecting and reconnecting to the network.
- Disable all WiFi adapters
: Disable all WiFi adapters in Metamask settings until the problem is resolved.
- Try a different port: If you are using multiple ports on Localhost 8545, try switching to a different port (e.g. port 8546) and see if that resolves the issue.
- Use the “Metamask Network” settings: In Metamask settings, go to Advanced > Network and change to “Localhost”. This will connect Metamask to Localhost 8545.
Additional Tips
- Make sure your computer’s firewall is not blocking Metamask from connecting to your local network.
- Try restarting the Metamask service or check if it is running properly from the command line:
metamask.exe --network localhost:8546
Following these steps should resolve the issue with Metamask connecting to Localhost 8545. If the issue persists, please provide more details about your installation and configuration and I will do my best to help you.