no hosted network adapter in windows 10 - Microsoft Community

before latest version updating, can start hosted network command. can not . find there 3 microsoft wi-fi direct virtual adapters, no hosted network adapter. can start mobile hotspot setting in "windows setting->network , internet-> mobile hotspot". want know why there no hosted network anymore. appreciate or reply.

ps: have attempted update nic driver , install outmoded devices in device manager, reboot network adapter. of them end failure.

hello,

let's troubleshoot issue performing steps below:

method 1: make sure microsoft hosted network virtual adapter working

1. press windows key + x, select network connections.

2. on network connections window, locate wireless network, right-click on , select disable.

3. wait few seconds , re-enable wireless network.

also check if microsoft hosted network virtual adapter enabled in device manager, refer steps below:

1. press windows key + r, type in devmgmt.msc , press enter.

2. go view and check show hidden devices.

3. expand network adapters section, locate microsoft hosted network virtual adapter, right click on , select enable.

if issues persists, proceed method 2.

method 2: change power management settings

1. press windows key + r, type in devmgmt.msc , press enter.

2. on device manager window, locate wireless adapter, right-click on , select properties.

3. go power management tab, , make sure allow computer turn off device save power checked.

4. click on ok to save changes.

5. reboot pc , start hosted network.

update on outcome.

regards.

Windows / Windows 10 / Network & internet / PC