Windows 10: Network drive attached to TPlink 2300 router appears as a media device

Discus and support Network drive attached to TPlink 2300 router appears as a media device in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; I've spent ages trying to get a Samsung T5 drive attached by USB to my TPLink 2300 router to work as networked storage over my wireless network. My... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by DevonDave, Jan 25, 2021.

  1. DEVONDAVE
    DevonDave Win User

    Network drive attached to TPlink 2300 router appears as a media device


    I've spent ages trying to get a Samsung T5 drive attached by USB to my TPLink 2300 router to work as networked storage over my wireless network. My laptop PCs apparently see the drive as a media device (MiniDLNA) and although I can see all the folders only files such as jpg and other media files are actually visible. If I turn off media streaming on the router settings the drive becomes inaccessible. Any ideas please? Both my laptops are running Win10 version 1909.

    :)
     
    DevonDave, Jan 25, 2021
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  2. 24C
    24c Win User

    Phantom router on network

    Recently I've noticed a "phantom" router appearing in my network. The Belkin router is not mine, the Linksys is.

    Properties of the Belkin router list serial number, MAC address, model number, model, manufacturer, but no IP address. It only shows up on my desktop, not the Pro 3's or HP laptop's File Explorer under Network.

    Desktop is connected to network with a Netgear WNDA3100v3 N600 Dual Band USB Adapter - WPA2-PSK security type. Pro 3 and Laptop connect to network with their internal wireless connections

    Haven't noticed any "strange" behavior, or usage, on my machines, but am curious as to why it is appearing in my network.

    Also, any suggestions for a program that will scan the network and list all units "attached" to it?



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    24c, Jan 25, 2021
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  3. HELMUT
    Helmut Win User
    Phantom router on network

    Phantom devices has been going on since Windows 8.1
    Don't worry about them, I get a varying selection of neighbours phones, printers, smart TVs etc. They are not connecting, as you have noted no IP address.

    "Also, any suggestions for a program that will scan the network and list all units "attached" to it?"

    My Netgear Modem/Router/WAP does just that. Just look in Advanced Tab > Administration > Attached Devices. It lists wired, wireless 2.4G and 5G Devices.
     
    Helmut, Jan 25, 2021
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  4. MEEBERS
    meebers Win User

    Network drive attached to TPlink 2300 router appears as a media device

    Media devices are showing my router??

    This just recently showed up, my router is now listed (TM-AC1900)under media devices on my W10 desktop. It show pics video's etc from my computer. How can I delete this link/connection. (The router is not shown in network shares)
     
    meebers, Jan 25, 2021
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