Windows can't auto-detect proxy settings: Proxy Detection Troubleshooting

What the hell is wrong with this stupid proxy test?

Recently, many of my friends have encountered the following problem when setting up a proxy in Windows"Unable to auto-detect proxy settings"The error is reported, and you are scratching your head in a hurry. In fact, this has to do with the system's own detection mechanism - it may be blocked by fire, tampered with by some software, or simply too complex network environment. Don't panic, let's give you a few tips from the professional point of view of proxy IP!

Figure out the logic of Windows proxy detection first

By default, the system will automatically find an agent through the WPAD protocol, just like a courier delivering by default route. But when itCan't find "courier site" (proxy server)When it does, it will swing the pendulum and report an error. This time manually specify the proxy IP instead is more reliable, just like directly tell the courier the specific pickup address.

Hands-on fixing guide (with live code)

Step 1: Check the proxy switch

Right-click the network icon in the lower-right corner → Open "Internet Options" → Connections tab → LAN Settings → Make sure thatAutomatic detection of settingsrespond in singingUsing auto-configuration scriptsNeither is checked (these two fight a lot)

 Quickly open the Internet options of the tart operation
Press Win+R and type inetcpl.cpl Enter

Step 2: Manually Configure Proxy IP

Check "Use proxy server for LAN" in the LAN settings, and fill in the IP and port from ipipgo. Note here:Dynamic Residential IPIt is recommended to choose the HTTPS protocol.Static Residential IPIt's more stable with Socks5.

Why do you recommend ipipgo's solution?

theirWindows ClientSimply handicapped party gospel: after installation, automatically configure the system proxy, but also intelligent switching IP pool. For example, if you encounter a ban when doing crawling, the client will change to a new IP in seconds, which is much more trouble-free than manually tossing.

Common Rollover Scene QA

Q: I still can't connect after setting the proxy manually?

A: First check whether the IP is expired (dynamic IP validity 1-24 hours), use this command to test the connectivity:

ping your proxy IP -t

Q: What should I do if I have to use auto-detect for my company's intranet?

A: Have the network administrator set up the WPAD.dat file in the router to point to ipipgo's server, or just use theirTK Private Line PackageTake the separate channel.

Q: Internet speed slowed down after opening the proxy?

A: Eighty percent of the time, the data center IP of the multinational is selected and changed to ipipgoLocal Operator Resources(For example, if you're in Shanghai, choose the Telecom Shanghai node.) Take off immediately.

Tips for preventing pitfalls

1. Don't use those free proxies, the IP pool is so dirty that you will be blackmailed by the system in minutes.

2. Do cross-border e-commerce remember to choosecross-border rail lineThe common proxy IP may trigger the platform's risk control.

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One final word of caution: don't reinstall your system first if you have a proxy problem! Try the ipipgo clientOne Click Network Repairfunction, can automatically reset the WinHTTP component, much more reliable than those wild tutorials on the Internet.