NHMWS not connected error means that NiceHash Miner cannot connect to NiceHash servers; thus, it cannot receive information like unpaid balance or send information like worker name, GPU temperatures, etc.
What can I do to resolve NHMWS not connected error?
- Make sure your rig or PC is connected to the internet - try accessing a random website
- Run "ipconfig /renew" or "ipconfig /flushdns" in Command Prompt (CMD) with administrator rights
- Try setting DNS to 1.0.0.1, 1.1.1.1, or 8.8.8.8, 8.8.4.4 by following this google guide.
- Disconnect from a VPN - some VPNs might be blocking NHMWS traffic
- Connect to a VPN - your ISPs might be blocking NHMWS traffic
- Make sure your router is not blocking anything mining or NiceHash related. For example, it is known that some ASUS routers (AiProtect or firewall) are blocking NHMWS connection
- Make sure your antivirus is not blocking anything mining or NiceHash related. NiceHash miner is a false positive, you can read more about it here
- Make sure you are using the latest NiceHash Miner version. You can download the latest stable release from our download center
- Our server providers can block your region if you come from a US-sanctioned country.