Hello,
I just scanned my network and the software told me that there are two other devices, unknown to me that are connected to my network. How can I learn more about those two devices please ?
Also I am not very techsavvy.
Regards,
Hello,
I just scanned my network and the software told me that there are two other devices, unknown to me that are connected to my network. How can I learn more about those two devices please ?
Also I am not very techsavvy.
Regards,
Hi Pampam,
Hereâs what Microsoft Copilot (i.e., Bing AI) suggests with step by step instructions.
Caveat: the forum wouldnât let me post the source / reference articles because new users canât post links apparently.
So, I saved the links to a document as well as my email. If youâd like them, feel free to send me a direct message & Iâll give them to you that way.
Hope this helps!
For someone whoâs not tech-savvy and wants to investigate unknown devices on their home network, hereâs a simplified step-by-step guide:
Check the Device List on the Router:
Access the routerâs web interface by typing the routerâs IP address into a web browser.
Log in with the routerâs credentials.
Navigate to the âDevice Listâ or âConnected Devicesâ section to see all devices connected to the network.
Identify Devices by MAC Addresses:
Every device has a unique identifier known as a MAC address.
Compare the MAC addresses listed in the routerâs interface with the MAC addresses of known devices.
Use Network Scanning Tools:
Turn Off Known Devices:
Check for Unauthorized Access:
If an unknown device is still connected, it might be using the network without permission.
Change the Wi-Fi password and monitor if the device reconnects.
Update Security Settings:
Ensure the routerâs firmware is up to date.
Use strong, unique passwords for both the Wi-Fi network and the routerâs admin interface.
Consider enabling network encryption (WPA2 or WPA3) and disabling WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup).
Consult the Community or a Professional:
ALSO: To investigate unknown devices on your network, you can follow these steps:
Check Devices Using Your Routerâs Web Interface:
Open a web browser and enter your routerâs IP address.
Log in with your credentials.
Navigate to the âDevice Listâ or âConnected Devicesâ section.
View a list of connected devices with details.
Use Command Line Tools:
For Windows, open Command Prompt and enter arp -a
.
For Mac or Linux, open Terminal and enter arp -a
or arp -n
.
This will display the ARP (Address Resolution Protocol) table, showing IP addresses and corresponding MAC addresses of devices on the network.
Identify the Unknown Device Hostname Using its IP Address:
Use Network Scanning Tools:
If an unknown device is still not identified after following the steps I provided earlier, you might want to consider these additional actions:
Check the MAC Address:
Change Your Wi-Fi Password:
Disable DHCP:
Monitor Network Traffic:
Consult Your ISP or a Professional:
Remember, maintaining network security is crucial to protect your personal information and devices from unauthorized access.