Windows 10: Disabling other networks

Discus and support Disabling other networks in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; Hi, I have been struggling to find a way to disable all outside networks from popping up when I go to the Network icon. I only want the network that... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by MorganC27, Apr 5, 2019.

  1. MorganC27 Win User

    Disabling other networks


    Hi,


    I have been struggling to find a way to disable all outside networks from popping up when I go to the Network icon. I only want the network that I am connected to be shown and no other networks. I have already tried going to my Wireless Network Properties > Security > and unchecked "Look for other wireless networks while connected to this network". In addition, I have gone through Windows wifi settings and clicked "Forget" on all known networks and turned off Hotspot 2.0 Networks. Again, I don't want my computer displaying other available networks, but my own that I am connected to.


    Any suggestions?

    :)
     
    MorganC27, Apr 5, 2019
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  2. John Galt Win User

    disable 2.4ghz network


    First, get the computer to forget your current network:


    • Click the Network icon on the lower right corner of your screen.
    • Click Network settings.
    • Click Manage Wi-Fi settings.
    • Under Manage known networks, click the network you want to delete.
    • Click Forget. The wireless network profile is deleted.

    Next, go into your router and either completely disable the 2.4GHz radio or set the 2.4 and the 5G radios to different SSIDs, maybe the 2.4 can be your guest Wifi...

    Then, on your computer, only join the 5Ghz SSID network.

    The suggestion in the post above to just disable the SSID broadcast of the 2.4Ghz radio will probably not work, your computer will still join it.
     
    John Galt, Apr 5, 2019
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  3. Network adapter keeps disabling

    Hi Taran,

    Welcome to Microsoft Community and thank you for posting your query.

    Sorry for the inconvenience caused to you. Let me help you with the issue.

    To assist you better, I would like to know what is the make and model of the computer?

    The issue you are facing could be due network adapter driver is being outdated. Let’s try simple steps troubleshooting steps and check if this helps. Follow the below methods:

    Method 1.

    I would suggest you to run Network troubleshooter, it will automatically troubleshoot the network problem and check. If it helps.


    • Press Windows + X keys on the keyboard and select Control Panel.

    • Type Troubleshooting in the search bar on the Control Panel.

    • Click on View all on the left navigation pane.

    • Click on Network troubleshooter.

    • Click on Advanced on the Network troubleshooter dialog box and click on Run as administrator (Enter the credentials if required).

    • Click on Next and follow onscreen instruction complete the Network troubleshooter.
    If the issue still persist, try the below method.

    Method 2.

    I recommend you to uninstall/reinstall the network adapter driver and check. Follow the below steps:


    • Press Windows key + X and click on
      Device manager
      .

    • Locate for Network adaptor and click on it expand it.

    • Right click on the device and click on
      uninstall
      .

    • Once you are done installing the driver, restart the computer. It will automatically install the generic network adapter driver.
    If this doesn’t help to fix the issue. I suggest you to update the network driver. Skip step3 from the above steps and right click on the device and click on update.

    Hope this helps. Keep posting us with the status we will be glad to help you.
     
    Billion Debbarma, Apr 5, 2019
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  4. Boatvan Win User

    Disabling other networks

    Did our Epson printer get hacked?

    Another question, is this on a home network or a work network? The steps @eidairaman1 listed are always a good first step. If this is on a work network you manage, I'd be much more concerned than the home one. It is possible someone is screwing with you, but malware could also be the culprit.
     
    Boatvan, Apr 5, 2019
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