Steam is an online game management platform loved by millions of users around the globe. It has a cloud-based gaming library that allows you to buy and install games on your computer easily. According to several online reports, gamers are facing error code 118 on Steam recently. If you are also facing the same error code, don’t worry! This troubleshooting guide will help you fix Steam unable to connect to server error. So, continue reading!
How to Fix Error Code 118 Steam in Windows 10
When you play or launch your game on Steam, you may face error code 118 Steam. The complete error message will be Unable to connect to the server. Server maybe offline accompanied by an error code 118. The most common reasons that cause error code 118 Steam are listed below.
- Improper internet connectivity.
- Broken Wi-Fi connection.
- Steam is blocked by Firewall and antivirus.
- Some apps on your device block Steam games.
- Outdated Steam and missing integrity files.
- Presence of virus.
- Outdated drivers and OS.
- Background processes are interfering with Steam.
Here are a few simple effective troubleshooting methods that will help you fix error code 118 Steam.
Hlokomela: Always ensure you create a System restore point to restore your PC if something goes wrong.
Mokhoa oa 1: Mehato ea Motheo ea Tharollo ea Mathata
- Move your router to some other place and check the internet connectivity.
- Qoba ho kena-kenana le waelese from devices like wireless headphones, headsets, TV and a lot more.
- Move your PC closer to the router and check if the error recurs again.
- Qala hape PC. This will fix all the temporary glitches associated with your Windows 10 PC.
Method 2: Ensure Strong Internet Connection
You will not face Steam unable to connect to server in your Windows 10 computer only if you have a stable network connection. If there are any obstacles between your router and your computer, they may interfere with the wireless signal and will cause Steam unable to connect to server error.
- Find the signal strength of your network and if it is very low, clear all the obstructions in between the way. You can run SpeedTest to view your network speed.
- Qoba lisebelisoa tse ngata tse hoketsoeng marang-rang a tšoanang.
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Mokhoa oa 3: Qala hape router
The very common reason that cause error code 118 Steam is inadequate network speeds and a poor signal. The connectivity problem between the Steam server and client can be sorted out when you restart your router. By doing so, you will establish a fresh internet connection between the client and the server. You can restart your router by following our guide Restart Router or Modem. Once your router has restarted, check if you can have fixed the error.
Method 4: Reconnect Internet
This is another simple workaround that fixes error code 118 Steam. The Windows 10 PC should connect either to Ethernet or to Wi-Fi network at a time. Check if this condition applies to your computer and if you guess any interruptions between your wired and wireless connections, reconnect them as instructed below.
1. Tlosa your network connection, wait for a while and reconnect it again.
2. Haeba Cable ea Ethernet is plugged in, remove it from your PC. Then, reconnect it or connect it to a Wi-Fi network. This will ensure there is no flickering between the wired and wireless connections.
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Mokhoa oa 5: Sebelisa Troubleshooter ea Network
To fix various internet connectivity issues, you can use the inbuilt tool provided in Windows 10 PC whenever needed. By using the Windows network troubleshooter tool, you can analyze and diagnose any common network-related issues. It is a systematic process, when implemented step by step, will help you fix Steam unable to connect to server. Follow our guide How to Troubleshoot Network Connectivity Problems on Windows 10 to learn basic troubleshooting steps to fix all network-related issues by using Windows Network Adapter troubleshooter.
You can use the steps mentioned in the guide to diagnose Wi-Fi connections, Ethernet, and all network adapters in your Windows 10 PC. Finally, check if you have fixed Steam store error code 118.
Method 6: Exit All Background Processes
If there are any conflicting third party applications running in your PC, your Steam client may trigger random error codes. Therefore, to fix error code 118 Steam, close all the background processes by following our guide How to End Task in Windows 10 in your Windows 10 PC.
After closing all the background processes, check if Steam unable to connect to server error code is fixed or not.
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Mokhoa oa 7: Nchafatsa Client ea Steam
If you use an outdated Steam application, you will face Steam store error code 118. Hence always make sure you use an updated version of Steam and your game before launching it.
1. Otla the Windows senotlolo le mofuta Steam. Ebe, tobetsa Bula.
2. Joale, tobetsa Steam hukung e ka hodimo ho le letshehadi la skrine e latelwang ke Sheba lintlafatso tsa bareki ba Steam… joalo ka ha ho totobalitsoe ka tlase.
3. Haeba u na le liapdeite tse ncha tse lokelang ho kopitsoa, li kenye 'me u netefatse Moreki oa hau oa Steam o nakong.
4. Joale, qala Steam hape and check if Steam unable to connect to server error code is solved now.
Mokhoa oa 8: Lokisa Lifaele tsa Tsamaiso
If there are any corrupt system files in your Windows Operating system, your PC may face a lot of internet connectivity issues. If you are experiencing error code 118 Steam very recently, there are some chances that your computer files have become corrupt or damaged. Windows 10 PC has inbuilt repair tools like SFC (System File Checker) and DISM (Deployment Image Servicing and Management) that will help you fix all the corrupt files. Read our guide on How to Repair System Files on Windows 10 and follow the steps as instructed to repair all your corrupt files.
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Mokhoa oa 9: Matha Malware Scan
Presence of viruses cause conflicts and errors like error code 118 Steam. So, install a reliable antivirus software on your computer and run a complete scan. If you are confused on running a malware scan, our guide How do I Run a Virus Scan on my Computer? will help you do so.
Also, if you want to remove malware in your computer, check our guide How to Remove Malware from your PC in Windows 10.
Mokhoa oa 10: Ntlafatsa Windows
You can also eradicate error code 118 Steam in your computer by updating your Operating System. Always ensure if you have updated your Windows Operating System and if there are any updates pending in action, use our guide How to Download and Install Windows 10 Latest Update
After updating your Windows Operating System, check whether you can connect to your network.
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Mokhoa oa 11: Tlosa Seva ea Proxy
Sometimes, inappropriate network configurations on your Windows 10 computer, you will face Steam unable to connect to server error. If you have installed any VPN service or use proxy servers on your PC, read our How to Disable VPN and Proxy on Windows 10 and implement the steps as instructed in the article.
After disabling the VPN client and proxy servers, check if you have fixed Steam store error code 118. Still, if you face the same problem, try connecting to a mobile hotspot.
Method 12: Reset TCP/IP Protocols
TCP (Transmission Control Protocol) is an essential network connection protocol that allots and identifies Melao 'me maemo a procedures over the internet. TCP/IP protocols are responsible for transferring data packets from the sender and the receiver. If there is a conflict in the process, resetting the protocol along with the IP address will help you fix the discussed issue. Follow our guide on How to Troubleshoot Network Connectivity Problems on Windows 10 to reset TCP/IP.
After implementing the steps, check if you can fix Steam unable to connect to server.
Mokhoa oa 13: Sebelisa Google DNS
Domain Name System (DNS) addresses are responsible to establish a network connection between the client and server-side. Many technical experts have suggested that using Google DNS addresses helped them to fix Steam unable to connect to server error code. To do so, follow our guide on How to change DNS settings in Windows 10.
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Mokhoa oa 14: Tlosa Antivirus ka Nakoana (Haeba e sebetsa)
Some incompatible antivirus programs installed in your computer will cause Steam unable to connect to server errors. To avoid conflicts, you must ensure the security settings of your Windows 10 computer and check if they are stable or not. To find whether the antivirus suite is the reason for network keeps dropping issue, disable it once and try connecting to a network. Read our guide on How to Disable Antivirus Temporarily on Windows 10 and follow the instructions to disable your Antivirus program temporarily on your PC.
If you did not face any Steam issues after disabling the antivirus program in your computer, you are advised to uninstall the program completely from your PC. Read our guide Force Uninstall Programs which won’t Uninstall In Windows 10 to uninstall your antivirus program in your computer.
Mokhoa oa 15: Fetola Setting ea Windows Defender Firewall
You will also face error code 118 Steam, due to an over-reactive or over-protective antivirus suite in your Windows 10 computer. This prevents the connection link between the game launcher and the server. So, to fix this problem, you can whitelist Steam in your Firewall settings or disable the problem temporarily.
Khetho ea I: Whitelist Steam
Ho lumella Steam ho Windows Defender Firewall ea hau, latela tataiso ea rona Lumella kapa Thibela Lisebelisoa ka Windows Firewall 'me u sebelise mehato e laetsoeng.
Option II: Disable Windows Defender Firewall (Not Recommended)
Haeba u sa tsebe ho tima Windows Defender Firewall, tataiso ea rona mabapi le Tsela ea ho Thibela Windows 10 Firewall e tla u thusa ho etsa joalo.
Khetho ea III: Etsa Molao o Mocha ho Firewall
1. Otla the Mochini oa Windows 'me u thaepe Windows Defender Firewall e nang le Advanced Security. Ebe, tobetsa Open.
2. Hona joale, karolong e ka ho le letšehali, tobetsa Melao e ka hare joalo ka ha ho bontšitsoe.
3. Joale, karolong e ka ho le letona, tobetsa Molao o mocha… joalokaha ho bontšitsoe.
4. Joale, etsa bonnete ba hore u khetha ea lenaneo khetho tlase U batla ho theha molao oa mofuta ofe? menu ebe o tobetsa E latelang> joalokaha ho bontšitsoe.
5. Joale, tobetsa ea Phetla ... konopo e tsamaellanang le Mokhoa oa lenaneo: joalokaha ho bontšitsoe.
6. Joale, tsamaea ho ea C: Lifaele tsa Lenaneo (x86) Mouoane path and double-click on the tlhophiso faele. Ka nako eo, tobetsa ea Open konopo.
7. Joale, tobetsa E latelang> ka Wizard e Ncha e Kenyellelitsoeng ea Molao fensetere kamoo ho bontšitsoeng kateng.
8. Joale, khetha konopo ea seea-le-moea haufi le Dumella kgokelo Mme o tobetsa E latelang> joalo ka ha ho bontšitsoe.
9. Etsa bonnete Domain, Private, Public mabokose a khethoa ebe o tobetsa E latelang> joalokaha ho bontšitsoe.
10. Qetellong, eketsa lebitso ho molao oa hau o mocha ebe o tobetsa fihlela qetellong.
All done! Check if you have fixed Steam store error code 118 is fixed or not.
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Mokhoa oa 16: Ntlafatsa Mokhanni oa Marang-rang
Always ensure if you are using updated network drivers and if there are any updates pending in action, you are advised to download and install the same. Follow our guide on How to Update Network Adapter Drivers on Windows 10 to do so. Once you have updated your network driver, logon your computer and test the network connection. You will not face Steam store error code 118 again.
Method 17: Reinstall Network Driver
Still, if you face error code 118 Steam even after updating network drivers, there is another fix to delete all the drivers in your computer and reinstall them again. This process stabilizes the network connectivity problems thereby resolving network keeps disconnecting Windows 10 issue. Follow our guide How to Uninstall and Reinstall Drivers on Windows 10 to reinstall drivers in your Windows 10 computer.
After reinstalling network drivers, check if you can connect to the network without any problems.
Method 18: Roll Back Network Drivers
All the current versions drivers will be deleted from your PC and previous version of them will be installed when you roll back your network drivers. This is a helpful feature when any new driver is incompatible with the system. Follow the steps as instructed in our guide How to Rollback Drivers on Windows 10 to fix Steam store error code 118.
After your Windows 10 computer has installed the previous version of drivers, check if can connect to the network without any interruptions.
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Method 19: Tweak Hosts File
If the hosts file has edited entries of Steam, you will face Steam unable to connect to server error code. Hence, you have to remove the entries to resolve the same. Here are a few instructions to tweak hosts entries.
1. Tlanya Linotlolo tsa Windows + E mmoho ho bula Fumana Explorer.
2. Joale, fetohela ho View tab 'me u hlahlobe Lintho tse patiloeng lebokose le Bontsha / pata karolo.
3. Now, goto the following tsela into the navigation path of Fumana Explorer.
C: WindowsSystem32driversetc
4. Now, select and right-click on the mabotho file and select the Bula le khetho joalo ka ha ho bonts'itsoe.
5. Joale, khetha ea Notepad khetho ho tsoa lethathamong ebe o tobetsa ho OK joalo ka ha ho bontšitsoe.
6. Hona joale, ea mabotho file will be opened in Notepad ka mokoa o latelang.
7. Remove all data except 127.0.0.1 localhost.
8. Now, save the file by clicking on Ctrl+S linotlolo hammoho.
9. Tsoa Notepad and check if you have fixed error code 118.
Mokhoa oa 20: Tlosa lenaneo le sa tsoa kenngoa
If you have installed a new program recently on your PC and then experiencing error code 118 Steam, then it indicates that the program is incompatible with the drivers in the computer. Firstly, boot your PC in safe mode and check whether you face the problem again. If you did not face the issue in safe mode, then uninstall the application or program that you have recently added to your PC. Here is how to do it. Follow our guide How to Boot to Safe Mode in Windows 10 to boot your PC in safe mode.
Now, check if recurs again in Safe mode. If you did not face the problem in safe mode, then follow the below-mentioned steps to uninstall any recently added application.
1. Tobetsa o hatelle Linotlolo tsa Windows + I mmoho ho bula Lisebelisoa tsa Windows.
2. Joale, tobetsa Apps.
3. Type and search any recently added application in the list and select it.
4. Qetellong, tobetsa Tlosa.
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Mokhoa oa 21: Kenya Steam hape
If you have not attained any fix for your problem, reinstall Steam as instructed below.
1. Otla the Mochini oa Windows, taka Lekhotla la taolo Mme o tobetsa Open.
2. Joale, tobetsa Senya lenaneo tlase ho Programs menu joalokaha ho bontšitsoe.
3. The Mananeo le Features utility will be opened up and now search for Steam.
4. Joale, tobetsa Steam le khetha Tlosa khetho joalokaha ho bontšitsoe setšoantšong se ka tlase.
5. Tlanya ho Tlosa konopo e fensetereng ea Steam Uninstall ho hlakola sesebelisoa sa Steam ho PC ea hau.
6. Hlakola Steam foldara tseleng ea sebaka Disk ea Lehae (C:) > Lifaele tsa Lenaneo (x86) ka ho hatisa hlakola Senotlolo.
Mehato e hlalositsoeng ka tlase e tla u thusa ho kenya sesebelisoa sa Steam ho PC ea hau ho tloha qalong.
7. bula webosaete ea semmuso ea sesebelisoa sa Steam ho sebatli sa hau sa kamehla sa marang-rang ebe o tobetsa ho Kenya Steam konopo e k'honeng e kaholimo ho le letona la leqephe la lapeng.
8. Tlanya ho KENYA STEAM konopo leqepheng le latelang ho khoasolla sesebelisoa sa Steam ho PC ea hau.
9. Tobetsa ho tse jarollotsoeng SeterekeSetup.exe faele k'honeng e ka tlase letsohong le letšehali la leqephe ho qala sesebelisoa sa Steam ho PC ea hau.
10. Tlanya ho E 'ngoe konopo e fensetereng ea Steam Setup ho qala ho seta sesebelisoa sa hau sa Steam ho PC ea hau.
11. Khetha puo eo u e khethileng fensetereng e latelang ebe o tobetsa ea E 'ngoe konopo ho wizate.
12. Khetha foldareng ea sebaka sa app ea Steam ka ho tobetsa ho Phetla ... konopo ebe o tobetsa konopo ea kenya konopo ho phethela ho kenya app.
13. Tlanya ho fihlela qetellong konopo ho Ho phethela Seta sa Steam fensetere ho phethela ho seta mouoane.
14. Theha ak'haonte e ncha kapa kena ho akhaonto ea hau e teng u sebelisa lintlha tsa ho kena ho Steam app e.
Now, you have successfully reinstalled Steam on your Windows 10 PC.
Mokhoa oa 22: Seta hape Litlhophiso tsa Marang-rang
Several users have declared that, resetting network settings will resolve Steam unable to connect to server error. This method will forget all the network configuration settings, saved credentials, and a lot more security software like VPN and antivirus programs. To do so, follow our guide on How to Reset Network Settings on Windows 10
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Mokhoa oa 23: Etsa Ts'ebetso ea Ts'ireletso
If you have recently updated your Windows 10 operating system and later facing Steam unable to connect to server error, the latest Windows update components may interfere with any software present in your computer and may cause the discussed problem. So, in this case, you must restore your computer to the previous version when it was working fine. To do so, follow our guide on How to use System Restore on Windows 10 and implement the instructions as demonstrated.
After restoring your Windows 10 PC, check if you can connect to any Steam games without any problems.
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