How to fix error error-cluster-invalid-network-provider in Windows 11

Solution Steps

1. 1 Open Device Manager by pressing Windows key + X and selecting 'Device Manager'. This shows all hardware devices, including network adapters.
2. 2 Expand the 'Network adapters' section and look for any devices with a yellow warning icon. These may have driver issues.
3. 3 Right-click the problematic adapter and select 'Update driver'. Choose 'Search automatically for drivers' to let Windows find the correct driver. This ensures the network provider is properly installed.
4. 4 If Windows doesn't find a driver, go to the manufacturer's website and download the latest driver for your specific adapter model. Install it and restart your computer.
5. 5 After updating drivers, open PowerShell as Administrator and run 'Get-ClusterNetwork' to check the cluster network status. If the error persists, you may need to remove and re-add the network provider using 'Remove-ClusterNetwork' and 'New-ClusterNetwork'.
6. 6 If the issue is with a specific network provider like InfiniBand, ensure the provider software is installed and configured correctly. Check the manufacturer's documentation for specific setup steps.