Windows 10: Naming Computer

Discus and support Naming Computer in Windows 10 Customization to solve the problem; It's been awhile since I had to set up a new computer. There are two places to 'name your computer' one is in system properties in control panel. The... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Customization' started by LindaY64, Oct 31, 2019.

  1. LINDAY64
    LindaY64 Win User

    Naming Computer


    It's been awhile since I had to set up a new computer. There are two places to 'name your computer' one is in system properties in control panel. The other is in settings/system. Which one do I use? Do I have to do it in both places?

    :)
     
    LindaY64, Oct 31, 2019
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  2. MARILOU SER
    Marilou Ser Win User

    change windows 10 pc name

    We appreciate you getting back to us. To change the cmd name, we suggest that you follow this steps:

    • Open a Command Prompt (Adimin) window: Win+X, A, Alt+Y
    • Then run the following command to change your computer name to Donner: WMIC ComputerSystem where Name=COMPUTER-NAME call Rename Name=NewName
    • Reboot your PC.
    • Try to run ipconfig / all command, you should find that the Host Name in Windows IP Configuration list has been changed to the new name.

    Keep us posted with the result.
     
    Marilou Ser, Oct 31, 2019
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  3. TAWARD
    taward Win User
    One computer cannot access other network computers.


    So I've tried every troubleshooting step I know:
    • Double checked that Net Bios was enabled
    • Ran a bunch of network commands:
      • flushed DNS
      • registered dns
      • pinged and located the named computers successfully
    • Reset my router to factory settings

    Nothing works when I try to access via explorer. I'm still baffled by the fact that every other computer can access each other AND access this computer. It's just the outgoing connection from this machine that doesn't work.

    Any thoughts?
     
    taward, Oct 31, 2019
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  4. JOHN RUBDY
    John Rubdy Win User

    Naming Computer

    How do i change the computer name

    Hi John,

    Are you using Microsoft Account or Local account to login to Windows?

    If you are using Local account follow these steps:

    • Press Windows Key + R to open Run command window.
    • Type sysdm.cpl and press enter.
    • Click on the “Change” button to rename the computer.
    • Under “Computer Name” change the computer name.
    • Then click on OK, then when prompted reboot your device
    To Change Computer Name in Settings app

    1. Open Settings and click/tap on the
    System icon.

    2. Click/tap on About on the left side, and click/tap on
    Rename PC on the right side.

    If you are using Microsoft Account follow these steps:

    • Sign in to the
      Your information page on the Microsoft account website.
    • Under your name, select Edit name. If there’s no name listed yet, select
      Add name.
    • Edit or add the name you want, then select Save. Your Microsoft account name will start to appear or change everywhere you use it.
    • On Windows 10 PC restart the computer.

    Hope this helps,
     
    John Rubdy, Oct 31, 2019
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