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title: "How to resolve 'DNS Server Not Responding'?"  
description: "How to resolve 'DNS Server Not Responding'?"  
author: "SundarLal Sharma"  
published: 2024-01-09  
updated: 2024-01-10  
canonical: https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/108965/how-to-resolve-dns-server-not-responding  
category: "troubleshooting"  
tags: ["troubleshooting"]  
reading_time: 2 minutes  

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# How to resolve 'DNS Server Not Responding'?



## Answers

### Answer by SundarLal Sharma

Encountering a 'DNS Server Not Responding' error can disrupt your [internet connection](https://www.mindstick.com/forum/23135/how-to-check-for-an-active-internet-connection-on-iphone-sdk), but there are several steps to troubleshoot and [resolve the issue](https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/108575/how-to-resolve-the-issue-of-sign-up-in-the-mindstick-website):

## Restart Your Router and Modem:

- Power off both your router and modem.
- Wait for about 10 seconds before turning them back on.
- This can refresh the connection and resolve temporary issues.

## Check Network Cables:

- Ensure that all network cables are securely plugged in, both on your device and the router/modem.

## Change DNS Servers:

- Switch to a public DNS server like Google's (8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4) or OpenDNS (208.67.222.222 and 208.67.220.220).
- [Update your](https://yourviews.mindstick.com/view/40478/garmin-express-download-update-your-gps-using-garmin-express) DNS settings in your device's network configuration.

## Flush DNS Cache:

- Open the [command prompt](https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/51716/how-to-make-bootable-pendrive-using-cmd-windows-command-prompt) (CMD) as an administrator.
- Type **ipconfig /flushdns** and press Enter to clear the DNS resolver cache.

## Disable Firewall or Antivirus:

- Temporarily disable your firewall or [antivirus software](https://www.mindstick.com/forum/158563/what-is-the-role-of-antivirus-software-in-preventing-malware-attacks) to check if they are causing the DNS issues.

## Use Automatic DNS:

- Set your DNS settings to obtain the address automatically from your ISP.

## Update Network Drivers:

- Ensure your network drivers are up to date. Visit the manufacturer's website to [download and install](https://www.mindstick.com/forum/145525/download-and-install-bluestacks-on-linux-computer) the latest drivers.

**Restart [Your Computer](https://www.mindstick.com/articles/13023/choosing-the-best-power-cord-for-your-computer-a-layman-s-guide):**

- A simple restart can resolve many [connectivity issues](https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/114549/how-to-resolve-wi-fi-connectivity-issues). Reboot your computer after making changes.

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If the issue persists, contact your Internet [Service Provider](https://yourviews.mindstick.com/view/83937/words-about-mindstick-a-digital-marketing-service-provider) (ISP) for assistance. By following these steps, you can troubleshoot and resolve 'DNS Server Not Responding' errors, restoring a stable and reliable internet connection.

Read also: [Why is my laptop screen black](https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/108964/why-is-my-laptop-screen-black)


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