Windows 10: Computer not visible on network if Windows Defender Firewall is on

Discus and support Computer not visible on network if Windows Defender Firewall is on in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; I have a computer on a private network that is not visible from any computer unless I turn off the Windows Defender Firewall. All are running Windows... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by sheisel, Jun 4, 2018.

  1. sheisel Win User

    Computer not visible on network if Windows Defender Firewall is on


    I have a computer on a private network that is not visible from any computer unless I turn off the Windows Defender Firewall. All are running Windows 10.
    Network settings for private network are the same for 5 computers.

    Computer not visible on network if Windows Defender Firewall is on [​IMG]

    The following services were all set as follows on all computers after a recent update.
    Function Discovery Provider Host - ON and Automatic
    Function Discovery Resource Publication - ON and Automatic

    Is there a way to set the windows firewall to allow the computer to be visible without keeping it off?

    Thanks

    :)
     
    sheisel, Jun 4, 2018
    #1
  2. Anne Fuj Win User

    Firewall

    Hello,

    It is recommended to turn on your Firewalls to prevent your computer from unauthorized access and being vulnerable. Based on your issue description, it looks like you wanted to turn off Windows Firewall. To turn off Windows Firewall, kindly follow the steps
    below:

    • On Start, scroll down to Windows System > Control Panel > System
      and Security
      > Windows Firewall.
    • Select Turn Windows Firewall on or off. You might be asked for an admin password or to confirm your choice.
    • Under the appropriate network setting, select Turn on Windows Firewall.
      • Note: If your PC is connected to a network, network policy settings might prevent you from completing these steps. For more info, contact your .administrator

    Let us know if you need further assistance.
     
    Anne Fuj, Jun 4, 2018
    #2
  3. jackecson Win User
    Windows Defender Firewall

    I am using Windows 10 on a Dell desktop. This set-up came with a McAfee firewall installed (trial offer, I guess). I uninstalled McAfee (using McAfee's removal tool) so I could use Windows Defender firewall. Now it appears I have neither. The below screenshot
    shows the McAfee firewall is still installed and the Windows Defender firewall cannot be turned on because I'm using another firewall provider. The setup>programs and apps>uninstall routine does not list McAfee as a program to be uninstalled. Services does
    not list McAfee as a service to be turned off. How can I get this logjam fixed?
     
    jackecson, Jun 4, 2018
    #3
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