Windows 10: computer won't connect to wifi or usb hotspot from any mobile device

karabobera · Apr 7, 2025

Hi, When I am trying to connect my computer to the internet from a Wifi or USB hotspot from a mobile device, the computer detects the connection but after entering the password and waiting around 15 seconds, the computer indicates "no internet". The hotspot from my phone works perfectly on another computer, so the problem isn't coming from my phone. I have tried to use another phone to connect to the internet with hotspot, but my computer still does the same : it connects to the hotspot but indicates "no internet". I have tried the troubleshooting tips on this page, I have also updated my Wifi

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luck pradeep · Apr 7, 2025

Wifi turns off automatically when a device is connected to my hotspot

Whenever a device is connected to my hotspot the wifi is turning off automatically thereby stopping the hotspot.

To turn the Windows 10 hotspot on, in first step I have turned on the Wireless Network Connection as shown in the below image.

After that I did following steps in Command Prompt(Admin) for hotspot
1. netsh wlan set hostednetwork mode=allow ssid=MyWiFi key=mypassword
2. netsh wlan start hostednetwork

In netsh wlan show hostednetwork command, it shows the hotspot had started successfully as shown in the below image.

But whenever a device is connected to this hotspot the wifi is turning off automatically thereby stopping the hotspot.

I have unchecked the Power management option i.e, Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power.
All driver are updated to the latest versions.

Please help

Brink · Apr 7, 2025

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Now with the Added Benefit of Our Nationwide 5G Network[/CENTER]

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“The combination of AT&T 5G technology and the NETGEAR Nighthawk 5G Mobile Hotspot Pro gives AT&T customers fast speeds, low-latency and improved bandwidth for all of their WiFi needs,” said David Christopher, executive vice president and general manager, AT&T Mobility. “The 5G addition is innovative in a hotspot and much needed during a time when many of our customers continue to work and learn from home.”

“We are delighted to team with AT&T, to release their next generation 5G hotspot. The NETGEAR Nighthawk 5G Mobile Hotspot Pro combines the best of WiFi and mobile technologies - WiFi 6 and 5G, to keep you always connected at home and on the go via the AT&T 5G network,” said Patrick Lo, chairman and chief executive officer for NETGEAR. “This new mobile hotspot with WiFi 6 provides robust WiFi connectivity to the increasing number of mobile devices and computers simultaneously with the best mobile internet speeds available over 5G.”

The introduction of this hotspot also exceeds AT&T’s commitment to offer 15 5G-capable devices to our lineup in 2020. This expansive portfolio gives our customers a wide variety to choose from, with features and price points that best serve their needs. All of these devices tap into our nationwide 5G network, offering fast, reliable and secure connectivity across the U.S. Plus, 5G access is included in all of our current consumer and business unlimited wireless plans at no extra cost to you.3

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The NETGEAR Nighthawk 5G Mobile Hotspot Pro is the perfect portable device. Whether you’re constantly on the move or looking for an alternative to in-home broadband, it offers the following features that will provide a steady and reliable connection wherever you are:

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FIRST RESPONDERS

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Source: NETGEAR Nighthawk 5G Hotspot Pro Arrives at AT&T Sept. 18

Christoph34 · Apr 7, 2025

2 wifi devices, can I use one for mobile hotspot?

If the second computer has Internet, then it's simple: just enable mobile hotspot. However, you said earlier that it has no Internet:

This really is simple: Hotspot can be enabled on any WiFi equipped Windows 10 device with Internet connection.
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I said device, not computer. In one computer I have 2 wifi devices, one is connected to internet, can I use the second DEVICE to enable hotspot on that second device and give internet connection to any cellphone around my computer?? If so, how?

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