pc doesn t see mobile hotspot

Press Win+I to open Settings and go to Network and Internet. Scroll down the left pane and select Mobile Hotspot. ... Identify your mobile hotspot adapter, right-click and go to Properties. Open the Sharing tab and uncheck “Allow other network users to connect through this computer's Internet connection.”

1. How do I make my hotspot discoverable?
2. How do I fix my mobile hotspot on Windows 10?
3. How do I connect my mobile hotspot to my desktop?
4. Why does my hotspot say connected but no Internet?
5. Why is my hotspot not showing up?
6. Why won't my PC connect to my hotspot?
7. Why mobile hotspot is not working?
8. How do I update my hotspot driver Windows 10?
9. How do I connect my Android phone to my desktop hotspot?
10. Can I use my phone hotspot for my computer?
11. How can I share my data without hotspot?
12. What does connected but no Internet mean?
13. Why is my Internet connected but not working?
14. How do I troubleshoot my mobile hotspot?

How do I make my hotspot discoverable?

Use the Settings app

1. Open your phone's Settings app.
2. Tap Network & internet Hotspot & tethering. Wi-Fi hotspot.
3. Turn on Wi-Fi hotspot.
4. To see or change a hotspot setting, like the name or password, tap it. If needed, first tap Set up Wi-Fi hotspot.

How do I fix my mobile hotspot on Windows 10?

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1. Click on the Windows button + I to open Settings.
2. Click on Wifi & Internet.
3. Click on Manage Wifi Settings.
4. Click on the Hotspot you used to connect to, select the option to forget the network.
5. Search for available Wifi connections.
6. Select the Hotspot again and follow the on screen instructions.

How do I connect my mobile hotspot to my desktop?

Use your PC as a mobile hotspot

1. Select the Start button, then select Settings > Network & Internet > Mobile hotspot.
2. For Share my Internet connection from, choose the Internet connection you want to share.
3. Select Edit > enter a new network name and password > Save.
4. Turn on Share my Internet connection with other devices.

Why does my hotspot say connected but no Internet?

Your Android hotspot uses a certain band and there are devices that only work on a specific band. If the band that your hotspot uses is not compatible with your connected device, that can cause that device not to connect to the Internet. ... Open Settings and tap Wi-Fi & network > Hotspot & tethering > Wi-Fi hotspot.

Why is my hotspot not showing up?

Verify that the Mobile Hotspot or Smartphone Mobile Hotspot feature is turned on. ... Restart the Hotspot device or phone. Restart the devices you are trying to connect to the Hotspot. Delete the Wi-Fi profile on the connecting device and re-add it.

Why won't my PC connect to my hotspot?

Go to Related Settings and click on Change Adapter Options. Identify your mobile hotspot adapter, right-click and go to Properties. Open the Sharing tab and uncheck “Allow other network users to connect through this computer's Internet connection.”

Why mobile hotspot is not working?

My Mobile Hotspot is not working.

Ensure that you have Mobile Hotspot enabled on your phone: Android - From the home screen > Select Settings > More Networks > Tethering and Wi-Fi Hotspot. Windows - From the home screen > Select Settings > Internet Sharing > Turn Sharing On.

How do I update my hotspot driver Windows 10?

To update the driver, you need to open the Device Manager.

1. Type Device Manager in the search box and open it.
2. Go to the Network Adapters.
3. Select your Network Adapter from the list and right-click.
4. Select Update driver.
5. Once done with the update, reboot your PC.
6. Check if it resolves the issue of your mobile hotspot.

How do I connect my Android phone to my desktop hotspot?

To turn your Android phone into a hotspot, go to Settings, then Mobile Hotspot & Tethering. Tap on Mobile Hotspot to turn it on, set the name of your network and set a password. You connect a computer or tablet to your phone's Wi-Fi hotspot just as you would connect to any other Wi-Fi network.

Can I use my phone hotspot for my computer?

Your Android smartphone can be used as a WiFi hotspot thanks to the native WiFi data-sharing feature, and the connection shared wirelessly with several other devices including your computer. ... Note: The steps in this guide focus on a Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus on Android 9 (Pie).

How can I share my data without hotspot?

Follow these simple steps:

1. Connect your phone to your PC or other device using a USB chord.
2. Open phone "Settings" on the home screen or in the menu.
3. Access "Networks and Internet".
4. Choose "WiFi Zone / Connection Sharing".
5. Select "USB tethering".

What does connected but no Internet mean?

If you are connected, but don't have inrternet access it usually means either you didn't get an IP address from the wifi access point or router etc. It means that either they don't want you accessing the internet or your machine is not configured correctly.

Why is my Internet connected but not working?

If the Internet works fine on other devices, the problem lies with your device and its WiFi adapter. On the other hand, if the Internet doesn't work on other devices too, then the problem is most likely with the router or the Internet connection itself. One good way to fix the router is to restart it.

How do I troubleshoot my mobile hotspot?

10 fixes to try if Android hotspot is not working

1. Making sure the internet connection is available. ...
2. Turning off the Wifi and switching it back on. ...
3. Restarting your phone. ...
4. Recreating your hotspot. ...
5. Turn off the power-saving mode. ...
6. Checking the bandwidth. ...
7. Checking the receiving device. ...
8. Factory reset.