

To remove a device in Windows Device Manager, follow the steps below. Kevin is a dynamic and self-motivated information technology professional, with a Thorough knowledge of all facets pertaining to network infrastructure design, implementation and administration.

There may be free alternatives to this, app, I haven't checked. This attempt is all it takes for the cell phone or wireless device to show its owner that there is SSID ‘xyz’ available but it is secured. If, on the other hand, you detect devices in that list that you don’t know then it would be highly advisable to remove them. In this regard, WCN is not necessary as a feature, so it does not hurt at all to have it disabled however, it does make it convenient when you want to connect to a tablet or other Wi-Fi device that really is on your network. If you use strong security practices but your network is intruded upon repeatedly, reach out to your internet service provider for assistance. For a device which you can find, shut it down and/or remove its I have an unknown 3rd PC listed in my Network in Windows 7. Message 1 of 1 (3,161 Views) I just installed a new Fios Router due to an issue with the older device. Also of note here is the Active Sessions entry. With Windows Connect Now off/disabled, you only see the actual devices that are currently on your network.
