Metamask Not Connecting: Troubleshooting Guide
Having problems connecting Metamask to the local network? Don’t worry, we are here to help you. In this article, we will tell you how to solve this problem.
Checking network settings
First, let’s make sure that Metamask is properly connected to your local network. Here are some things to check:
- Network adapter settings: Make sure the network adapter on your Windows 10 computer is configured to connect to the same network you want to use for Metamask (eg Localhost 8545).
- Wireless Adapter Settings
: Also make sure your wireless adapter is turned on and configured correctly.
- Metamask Settings
: Make sure that Metamask is not using a network other than your local network.
Troubleshooting Steps
If you have already checked the settings above and still cannot connect Metamask to localhost 8545, here are some troubleshooting steps:
- Reboot your computer. Sometimes a simple restart of the computer can solve connection problems.
- Check your network connection: Make sure your network connection is stable and working properly. Try disconnecting from the network and connecting again.
- Disable all wireless adapters: Disable all wireless 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 (for example, port 8546) and see if that solves the problem.
- Use “Metamask Network” settings: In Metamask settings, go to “Advanced” > “Network” and change the value to “Localhost”. This will connect Metamask to localhost 8545.
Additional Tips
- Make sure that your computer’s firewall does not prevent Metamask from connecting to your local network.
- Try restarting the Metamask service or using the command line to verify that it is working correctly:
metamask.exe --network localhost:8546
By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the problem with Metamask connecting to localhost 8545. If the problem persists, please provide more details about your configuration and I will do my best to help you.
