Find a network device


Here are some tips on how to help Windows detect a network device that you want to add to your computer.

Make sure the device is already connected to the same network your computer is on. If this is a wired network device, make sure it's plugged into the network and turned on. If this is a Wi-Fi device, make sure it's turned on and configured properly to connect to your network. If you aren't sure how to do this, check the information that came with the device or go to the manufacturer's website.

Make sure you haven't already added the device to your computer. Devices that have already been added aren't displayed in the list of devices you can connect to in the Add a device wizard.

After you connect a new device to your network, wait several seconds for Windows to discover it.

Make sure your network firewall isn't blocking the device from appearing in the list of devices you can add. You might need to turn on network discovery. For information, see Enable or disable network discovery.

Not all network devices can be added to a computer, even if you can detect the device on your network. To find out if a device is able to connect to your computer, check the information that came with the device or go to the manufacturer's website.

Most network devices can only be discovered if they're on the same network subnet as your computer. If your network consists of multiple network subnets connected together, try to connect the device to the same network subnet. For more information, contact your network administrator.

Make sure the network device has an IP address and proper network address. Most network routers assign IP addresses automatically as devices connect to the network. For more information, contact your network administrator.

Make sure the device is configured to broadcast its presence on the network. Most network devices automatically do this. For more information, check the information that came with the device or go to the manufacturer's website.

If you’re having trouble discovering or pairing with your network router or other network device, try updating the software on the device. This device software is called firmware. Check the website of the manufacturer for downloadable firmware updates.

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