Windows 10: Microsoft Windows Network: The local device name is already in use.

Discus and support Microsoft Windows Network: The local device name is already in use. in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; I have a client that whenever they connect to the VPN (Cicso Meraki) they cannot access the mapped drives. Microsoft Windows Network: The local... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by SterlingDavid, Apr 5, 2019.

  1. Microsoft Windows Network: The local device name is already in use.


    I have a client that whenever they connect to the VPN (Cicso Meraki) they cannot access the mapped drives.


    Microsoft Windows Network: The local device name is already in use.


    So, I disconnect and try to reconnect and found the issue. It somehow pulls the VPN user name credentials (email address) instead of the saved Windows credentials (first initial last name).


    So every time they have work remotely, they have to disconnect and remap the drives.


    Why would it pull the VPN creds?

    Any way around this?


    Happens on 2 computers so far, so it is repeatable.


    Thanks

    :)
     
    SterlingDavid, Apr 5, 2019
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  2. How do I change the network adapter name? (Windows 10)

    Press Windows Key + R, type secpol.msc and press Enter to run it. In Local Security Policy window, go to the Network List Manager Policies in the left pane. Now in the right pane double click on the network name that you want to change. In the Properties windows under the Name section make sure that Name is selected. Now in the input field enter the name that you wish to use for your connection. Click Apply then OK to save the changes. And you might have to log in again or to restart your computer before the changes are applied.
     
    lorraine walsh, Apr 5, 2019
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  3. Windows 10; Network Name

    Hi,

    Thank you for the update and I apologize for the late response.

    I suggest you to follow the steps and check if you are able to change the network name:

    1. Press the
    Windows + R keys and type
    secpol.msc, and press Enter.

    2. If prompted by
    UAC, then click/tap on Yes.

    3. In the left pane of Local Security Policy, click on
    Network List Manager Policies.

    4. In the right pane of
    Network List Manager Policies, double click on your current network name.

    5. In Network Properties, select
    Name and type the name you prefer.

    6. When finished, you can now close Local Security Policy.

    7. Restart the computer.

    Let us know if you need further assistance. We will be happy to help.

    Thank you.
     
    Krishna Prasobh V, Apr 5, 2019
    #3
  4. Microsoft Windows Network: The local device name is already in use.

    Windows 10; Network Name

    Hi,

    The Registry steps follower that resolved the issue.

    But could you tell us why it appears to select a network status name based on your past Wi-Fi network connections, and then applies it to your wired Ethernet connection?

    Thanks.

    Mason
     
    masontseng, Apr 5, 2019
    #4
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