Metamask Not Connecting: A Troubleshooting Guide
Having trouble connecting Metamask to your local network? Don’t worry, we’re here to help. In this article, we’ll walk you through the steps to troubleshoot and resolve the issue.
Checking Your Network Configuration
First, let’s make sure that Metamask is properly connected to your local network. Here are a few things to check:
- Network Adapter Settings: Make sure that the network adapter on your Windows 10 machine is set to connect to the same network that you want Metamask to use (e.g. Localhost 8545).
- Wireless Adapter Settings
: Also, make sure that the wireless adapter is enabled and configured correctly.
- Metamask Settings: Make sure that Metamask is not using a different network than your local network.
Troubleshooting Steps
If you have already checked the settings above and are still unable to connect to Metamask Localhost 8545, here are some troubleshooting steps:
- Restart your computer: Sometimes, restarting your computer can resolve connection issues.
- Check your network connection: Make sure your network connection is stable and working properly. Try disconnecting from the network and reconnecting.
- Disable any wireless adapters: Disable any wireless adapters in Metamask settings until you resolve the issue.
- Try a different port: If you are using multiple ports on Localhost 8545, try switching to a different port (e.g. port 8546) to see if that resolves the issue.
- Use “Metamask Network” settings: In Metamask settings, go to Advanced > Network and switch to “Localhost”. This will connect Metamask to Localhost 8545.
Additional instructions
- Make sure that your computer’s firewall is not blocking Metamask from connecting to your local network.
- Try restarting the Metamask service or using the command line to verify that it is running correctly:
metamask.exe --network localhost:8546
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By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the issue of connecting Metamask to Localhost 8545. If the issue persists, please provide more details about your setup and configuration, and I will do my best to assist you further.