Windows 10: network name no longer available

I am being driven to distraction by the apparently random behavior of Windows 11 networking. I have a legacy NAS device that I can ping, but when I attempt to use net view, I get an error, if I try to access it using Win-key+R and type in the IP address, I get a message that the specific network name is no longer available. Since when is an IP address a network name? One day, I can access it after remapping to a drive letter. The next day it is gone with network name no longer available errors. Is there any way to tie down Windows 11 to map a drive letter to a device with an IP address, and

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Specified network name is no longer available

Hi Satish,

It could be an outdated driver or misconfigured settings why this issue occurs. Let's troubleshoot your issue by running the Network Troubleshooter. This troubleshooter can help us to identify the cause of the issue and fix it at the same time.

To run the troubleshooter:

• First, in the search box on the taskbar, type Network troubleshooter.
• Then, select Identify and repair network problems from the list of results.
• Lastly, follow the steps in the troubleshooter and see if that fixes the issue.

If the issue still persists, we suggest the following:

1. Download and run the easy fix solution:
Find and fix problems with wireless and other network adapters.

2. Update the network adapter driver.

To do this:

• In the search box on the taskbar, type Device Manager, and then select
  Device Manager from the list of results.
• In Device Manager, select Network adapters, then click
  network adapter name.
• Press and hold (or right-click) the network adapter, and then select
  Update driver.
• Select Search automatically for updated driver software. Follow the steps, then select
  Close.
• After installing the updated driver, select Start, then click
  Power.
• Select Restart if you're asked to restart, and see if that fixes the connection issue.

3. If Windows can’t find a new driver for your network adapter, visit the PC manufacturer’s website and download the latest network adapter driver from there.

4. Run the HomeGroup Reset troubleshooter.

• Connect your Windows 10 PC to a home network, and make sure no other PCs in the homegroup are connected.
• Run the
  HomeGroup Reset troubleshooter.
• Select Start, type HomeGroup, select it from the list of results, and then create a new homegroup.

For more troubleshooting steps, please visit these article:

Fix network connection issues in Windows 10.


HomeGroup from start to finish.

 

Laptop won't show list of available networks

We suggest checking the list of available Wi-Fi networks on your laptop.

Please follow these steps:

• Click the Windows logo.
• Go to Settings (gear icon).
• Select Network and Internet.
• Then Wi-Fi.
• Make sure the Wi-Fi radio button is On.
• Select Show available networks, then you'll be able to see the list of available Wi-Fi networks.

Update us with the outcome so we provide further assistance.

 

Specified network name is no longer available

Hi peng.,

Thanks for reaching out! I'm an Independent Advisor and a Microsoft user like you.

Please check the different solutions that are specified in the link below that can address this specific issue.

https://appuals.com/fix-the-specified-network-n...

https://www.thewindowsclub.com/specified-networ...

Hope it helps.

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