Finally, Windows 10 has a standard and simple feature that allows you to distribute the Internet via Wi-Fi from a laptop or computer. This feature is called "Mobile hotspot". This is a separate tab in the settings, where you can launch a Wi-Fi access point in just a few clicks. All you need is to set a name and password WiFi networks, which will be distributed by the laptop, and specify the Internet connection from which you want to distribute the Internet to your devices.

Now, in order to distribute the Internet via Wi-Fi in Windows 10, you do not need to perform complex configuration of the access point via the command line, as I wrote in the article How to distribute the Internet via Wi-Fi from a laptop in Windows 10, or use third-party programs. It is enough to set up "Mobile hotspot", and activate the wireless access point function. You will also be interested in 8 hidden features of Windows 10.

So, in order to turn on the hotspot, click on the "Start" button on the taskbar and click on the "Settings" icon or press the keyboard shortcut + I

Go to the "Network and Internet" section.

In the "Network and Internet" section, open the "Mobile Hot Spot" tab

In the "Mobile Hot Spot" tab that opens, we see that the name wireless network(SSID) and password are assigned automatically, but you can change the network name and password by clicking on the "Change" button

In the "Change network information" window, change the network name and network password(at least 8 characters), click the "Save" button

Further in the drop-down list Sharing Internet Connections" select the connection through which you are connected to the Internet, it does not have to be "Ethernet", it can be a wireless network or the name of your 3G / 4G modem. See also How to see the password hidden by asterisks in the browser and How to register on Instagram from a computer.

To launch a mobile hotspot, click on the switch next to the item "Allow my Internet connection to be used on other devices."

Now that the mobile hotspot is set up and enabled, any Wi-Fi-enabled device can connect to it. 8 devices can be connected to the access point at the same time. Information about connected devices will be displayed in the same window.

I decided to connect my 3G USB modem to my laptop and try to run "Mobile Hot Spot". After all, many use the Internet through 3G / 4G modems, and want to distribute it to their mobile devices, without buying a router. This method will suit you, everything works fine.

This is how it will look like for you

Mobile Hotspot Management

You can disable the function itself and stop distributing the Internet simply by setting the switch to the "Off" position. in the settings window.

Everything is very convenient and easy to set up. You will also be interested in TOP jokes from Google and Yandex developers and Temporary mailbox for registration.

Possible problems when distributing the Internet in Windows 10 through a mobile hotspot, and their solutions

As I wrote above, in the process of starting the access point, you may encounter various errors. When I tried to run a mobile hotspot on a desktop computer with a TP-LINK TL-WN720NR adapter, I also encountered the error "Cannot configure mobile hotspot. Turn on Wi-Fi." No matter what I did, I could not start the virtual network. At the same time, on the same computer, with this adapter, it is possible to start distributing the Internet through the command line without any problems.

Error "Can't set up mobile hotspot. Please turn on Wi-Fi"

This error looks like this:

According to my observations, this error appears due to problems in the Wi-Fi adapter driver, or because the virtual adapter is disabled. At the same time, as I wrote above, I could not defeat this error on one computer. Although, there were all the necessary drivers in the device manager, and they worked. Even if your Wi-Fi is turned off with the button, the mobile hot spot starts up smoothly.

If you think logically, then the problem is definitely not the absence of a wireless adapter driver, because if there were no driver, then the Mobile Hot Spot tab would not exist at all. Just like the "Wi-Fi" tabs in the settings.

The problem must be looked for in the device manager. First of all, try updating the Wi-Fi adapter driver. Reinstall it by downloading from the manufacturer's website. If this does not help, then go to the device manager, and check if there is a "Microsoft Wi-Fi Direct Virtual Adapter" there. It may have a number at the end. It is through this adapter that the laptop distributes Wi-Fi in this way.

To do this, you first need to enable the display of hidden devices. If there is an icon next to the "Microsoft Wi-Fi Direct Virtual Adapter", then right-click on it and select "Enable".

A few more solutions

1 Error "Unable to share this connection to the Internet because there is no connection to the mobile network."

I got such an error when I tried to start distributing the Internet when connected via a 3G modem. Everything was solved by simply restarting the Internet connection. Make sure the internet on your computer is working. You can restart your computer, connect to the Internet and start all over again.

2 Error: "Could not set up mobile hotspot because the computer does not have an Ethernet, Wi-Fi, or cellular connection."

You will most likely see such an error only if your computer is really not connected to the Internet. Check connection.

This error also appears when your Internet is connected via PPPoE (high-speed connection). The mobile hotspot does not see such internet connections.

3 Devices do not connect to a running Wi-Fi network. I have not encountered such a problem, but everything can be. Most often, the connection is blocked by antiviruses and firewalls. Disable them and check your network connection.

Recently, many users want to figure out how to set up an access point (Internet distribution) from a laptop and computer to other devices. Especially for this Windows developers created such a standard system function as Mobile hotspot. After turning on and configuring your network, you can connect other devices to it: a smartphone, desktop computer, laptop or tablet.

as a standard Windows feature

The ability to activate a mobile hotspot, in Windows operating systems, has been present for many years. Such a function was still in Windows 7. But for users of Windows XP, Vista and seven, it was available through a graphical interface, this setting was removed from the user interface of eight and initial versions of dozens, and in order to create an access point, it was necessary to run third-party utilities or use the command line.

The Mobile Hotspot feature was added to the system with the release of the update dated 08/02/2016 in the version of Windows 10 ( 1607 ). If you have more old version, and you do not find this function in yourself, then you need to update the operating system through the update center or download new version directly from the official Microsoft website. If you do not have the opportunity to update the system to a more recent version with this feature present, then you can enable .

In the new builds in Windows 10, the developers have provided another opportunity and added an easy way to share Internet traffic via Wi-Fi from a phone, laptop, computer or other device with the windows operating system, which is equipped with a Wi-Fi beacon. It is located in the Settings application and to use it, you need to enable this option. Clicking on the function will start the access point of the Wi-Fi module. Next, you will need to enter the name and password of the network with which the device will provide Internet, then select an Internet connection.

To be able to provide the Internet, the main condition must be met - this is active connection devices to the internet. You will also need a Wi-Fi adapter installed in the laptop, and on personal computer you can use removable Wi-Fi adapters connected via a USB connector. To successfully start the access point, the wireless network adapter must be in the on state:

Turning on and configuring the hotspot using the Windows 10 Mobile Hotspot feature

To share a wired, wireless, and cellular connection over Wi-Fi in Top Ten, it is not necessary to follow complicated setup instructions using the administrator command line or use additional programs. You just need to make settings in the " Mobile hotspot"and enable the wireless hotspot option:

• To do this, open the menu Start", and further" Parameters«.

• Opening " Parameters»computer go to the section « Network and Internet«.

• In the left part of the window, you need to find the item " Mobile hotspot". By clicking on it, the section for activating and setting up Internet distribution through an access point will open, with information about the network name and connection password. By default they are generated automatically. If necessary, they can be changed by clicking on " Change«.

Having opened the “Change” function, enter your name and password for sharing. There is a requirement for a password - this is a combination that must be at least 8 characters. Next, press the button " Save«.

In the drop-down menu, in the Internet connection selection item, specify the current Internet connection. It may have the name of the provider being used. To activate the hotspot for other devices in the Wi-Fi coverage area, you need to click on the switch " On«.

• In our case, we used a wired network connection « ethernet«.

On this, all actions for sharing a connection via Wi-Fi are completed. Now you can safely connect to the network with any devices that support Wi-Fi, among them may be Android, Windows phone either iOS, Mac or all kinds of Windows PCs, with the password you set.

You can connect up to 8 devices at once. All connected clients to your network will be visible in the same window. At the same time, their number, names, IP-, and MAC-addresses are indicated there.

Launching an access point when connecting the Internet via a 3G modem (mobile network)

Developers operating system Windows 10 claims that a similar method will be successfully implemented on all devices and with different modems. We decided to check this and connected a 3G modem to the laptop (via USB), turned on the access point through the Mobile Hot Spot function we already know, and it all worked.

If you do everything right, then you should be fine too.

In some cases, this is really very convenient and does not require additional spending on a router.

We distribute a Wi-Fi network by connecting to the Internet via Wi-Fi

It sounds a little strange, but you still need to check this connection method. It doesn't really make sense, but it might work for someone. Thus, it turns out that the Internet to a laptop can be connected to an existing wireless network, activate an access point and provide via Wi-Fi to others computer devices. Such a connection case is suitable, for example, in the case of signal amplification for devices located at the greatest distance from the source.

We configure the access point to broadcast the Internet received from the Wi-Fi wireless network.

This type of connection also works in our case. Now, the laptop is an access point for other devices using an Internet connection from another wireless network.

Disabling Mobile Hotspot

If you no longer need the activated Mobile Hotspot feature, you can easily disable it by opening the settings window and moving the switch to " Off.».

Possible problems while setting up the access point and their solutions

We have already mentioned above that some errors may occur when starting the hotspot. When trying to activate a mobile hotspot on a computer with a WiFi adapter, some problems may occur:

One of them is the error I can't complete the mobile hotspot function settings. Activate WiFi". All attempts to fix this problem did not lead to anything and the launch of the virtual network did not take place. But on the same device and the same adapter, it was easy to distribute the Internet using the command line.

Error: "Unable to set up mobile hotspot. Turn on Wi-Fi" looks like this:

As a result of observations, a similar error occurs in case of problems in the Wi-Fi adapter driver, or due to the disabled state of the virtual adapter. But the problem could not be fixed, despite the fact that the drivers were present and working. When Wi-Fi is off, the distribution function works.

Logically, the error may pop up not because there is no wireless adapter driver, because if it were, then the mobile hotspot function would not be in the Settings application. As well as if there was no driver, then there would be no “Mobile access point” option at all, as well as the “Wi-Fi” function.

Most likely, the reason for this situation is hidden in the device manager. First you need to update the virtual adapter driver, or download it from the official site. If the manipulations done did not correct the situation, then you need to open the device manager and find a device called " Microsoft Wi-Fi Direct Virtual Adapter“, there can also be a number at the end. It is through it that the laptop connects wireless Internet.

• This can be done by opening Device Manager» (menu « Start» -> « Parameters» -> « Devices» -> bottom right). Here we click on the tab " View" and turn on " Show hidden devices«.

Error: "This internet connection cannot be shared because there is no connection to a mobile network."

If such an error appeared as a result of starting Internet distribution using a 3G modem, then you can fix it by simply restarting the Internet connection process. You also need to check if the Internet is working on the device or restart the computer by reconnecting and activating the mobile hotspot.

Error: "Could not set up a mobile hotspot because the computer does not have an Ethernet, Wi-Fi, or cellular connection."

This problem can be encountered only in one case - this is the lack of a computer connection to the Internet. To fix it, you need to check the connection status of the network wire or other sources of the Internet network.

Error : Devices are not connecting to a Wi-Fi hotspot.

This is possible if the connection is blocked by antiviruses and firewalls - you can solve the problem by disabling them, and then reconnecting to the network. You can also try restarting your computer and then turning on the network.

Conclusion

The Mobile Hotspot feature has really made a lot of users happy. Now you do not have to enter commands using the command line. But still, some errors occur during operation, mainly as a result of . Because there are manufacturers who have not yet developed drivers for Windows 10.

If, nevertheless, you are unable to launch the “Mobile Hot Spot” in Windows 10, then the way out is to launch the access point using the command line in .

What is a hot spot? This is a function of mobile devices that makes them an impromptu access point for other devices equipped with a Wi-Fi module. Simply put, a device in hotspot mode serves as a repeater: it accesses the Internet through mobile network while acting as a Wi-Fi hotspot for other devices. A simple way to distribute the Internet from phone to laptop and vice versa.

How to distribute internet from android smartphone to laptop?

Do you urgently need access to the Internet, and the provider, as luck would have it, started a repair, or are you out of Wi-Fi coverage? Any problem will be solved mobile device, equipped with both Wi-Fi and GSM modules - you only need to activate and configure the hotspot function.

Using the hotspot function is possible on Android version 2.2 and higher. It is done like this:

1. Go to the settings by clicking on the "gear" icon on the desktop or in the "shutter".
2. Going to the “networks and connections” section, select the “modem and access point” item.
3. Click "create a Wi-Fi hotspot". At the first start, you will need to come up with a name for the access point - this is how this one will be displayed in the list of possible connections for other devices.
4. Next, configure network security by selecting "open (network)", WPA PSK or WPA PSK2.

Reference. WPA is a signal encryption system for wireless data exchange between devices, protecting information from unauthorized interception. The higher the degree of protection, the greater the load on the device operating in hotspot mode. You can select an open network when connecting multiple devices for general Internet surfing. WPA PSK is suitable for working with 1-2 devices. WPA PSK2 is recommended for storing sensitive data, such as when banking online or exchanging confidential information.

1. It is advisable to set a password in the corresponding field to prevent users from connecting "from the street" - this can significantly "sag" the speed. The password must contain at least 8 characters, one of which is a Latin letter.

Connecting to an impromptu hotspot is no different than connecting to a regular Wi-Fi network. That is, you can easily connect a device on IOS or Windows to an access point on Android.

What to do if there is no button in the smartphone?

This instruction is relevant for "pure" Android. Many developers install shells on smartphones that change the algorithm of actions. The main thing is to understand the principle, which is the same in any case. One of useful additions manufacturers - moving the activation button to the "blind". This innovation is indispensable if you have to use the hot spot frequently.

Users or shells that do not provide for turning on the hotspot with one touch can, if desired, correct the situation by installing the appropriate push button application on the desktop.

The latter offer the user convenient widgets that display the network status, data exchange rate, the number of connected devices and other information. Naturally, such programs require more performance from the platform.

Hotspot on IOS

Apple also allows its users to run a hotspot on an iPhone. It is done like this:

1. In the "Settings" section, select "Cellular".
2. In the menu, find the "Modem Mode" parameter and move the slider to the "On" position. Please note that if the operator's tariff does not include mobile Internet traffic, this parameter may not be available.
3. The hotspot is activated, you can connect. You can see the number of connected devices on the status bar.
4. If necessary, set or change the password by setting at least an 8-digit code that includes numbers and letters of the Latin alphabet.

Please note that some features of your iPhone may not be available when using hotspot mode. Basically, the functions associated with a large amount of traffic do not work: uploading photos to a remote media library, backup data to the "cloud" service iCloud and the like.

With the Instant Hotspot feature, you can use multiple (Mac, iPhone, iPad) connected to the same hotspot without entering a password. To do this, the same Apple ID account must be active on all gadgets.

Important information

Hotspot is a great way to get online in case of emergency. But do not take this function as a replacement for a fixed access point. The connection speed is either insufficient or too expensive.

Usually, mobile operators give a package of prepaid traffic within the framework of the tariff. In most cases, we are talking about several gigabytes - this is enough for surfing, mail and social networks. But when watching a video, using video communication, downloading large applications, "heavy" online games, the traffic may not be enough. The package will be exhausted very quickly, and additional "meters" of the Internet will have to be bought at an inflated price.

In addition, the hotspot drains the battery of the device very quickly, and using a smartphone with constant recharging does not have the best effect on battery life.

The Internet is now available on almost all devices. If you want to distribute the Internet from your computer to Windows 10, then you need two things - the presence of a module and download mHotspot for Windows 10. If you do not have a hardware component - a Wi-Fi module, then no program will help you. But the issue can be solved if you buy a Wi-Fi module. And if you use the OS on a laptop or a modern tablet, then you probably already have all the necessary technologies and you just need the right software.

Download mHotspot to share internet from PC on Windows 10

Distributing the Internet on a phone is much easier than on Windows 10 devices. In phones, this function is in the basic settings, but in Microsoft's OS, you have to install third-party software and configure it. But after that you will be able to use the computer Internet even on your mobile phone, and this is a way to save on communication. mHotspot is a benchmark in the world of software for the Internet, and this is not just because, but for the following reasons:

• The program does not load the computer;
• Quick call of functions from the tray;
• Possibility of additional network protection;
• Detailed connection statistics;

The Internet is a place where viruses are waiting for you. IN latest version mHotspot has a simple antivirus that blocks unwanted and suspicious connections to your network. Remember, when you distribute the Internet, your device becomes more vulnerable. The network acts as a bridge between attackers and your devices. But if you create a network using the Russian version of mHotspot, then you can secure the network with a password, and you can also encrypt the traffic.

The program does not contain any complex settings, but at the same time it impresses with its functionality. With a simple interface, you can create a network and adjust its parameters. Inside mHotspot, detailed statistics are kept, so you can study the traffic or the number of connected devices. You can do all this in the "Clients" tab. If necessary, you can disconnect other devices from your network from your PC. If you want a network without a password or want to change the password, then this is done through quick commands. It can be seen that the developers wisely approached the design of mHotspot for Windows 10 32/64 bit, therefore, from the whole variety of software for creating WiFi hotspots, we recommend that you download just that. At the same time, you can distribute the Internet speed if you now need speed for

Hello! Many manufacturers of laptops and netbooks add pieces of hardware to their devices that are responsible for working with wireless networks. Majority modern devices can not only receive, but also distribute the Internet with WiFi assistance module.

To do this, the OS developers have introduced the mobile hot-spot function. What it is? Literally speaking - "hot spot" or access point to Wi-Fi. I will try to cover the topic in detail - with instructions and screenshots. Getting started!

What it is?

Now in more detail. This is a feature that allows laptops and PCs to become an impromptu hotspot. First appeared in version 7 of the operating system from Microsoft. However, in subsequent Microsoft versions hid the function from the accessible part of the user interface. However, connectivity remained when using the built-in command line.

The situation changed with the release of update for Windows 10 under the number 1607. Released in August 2016, the change greatly simplified the work with the function.

A software feature embedded in the operating system allows you to turn the device into an impromptu router that allows other computers and gadgets to join the network. Provided that these devices also have hardware that makes it possible to work with a wireless network and the Wi-Fi protocol.

To create a hotspot on a desktop PC, buy a USB Wi-Fi adapter. In some motherboards top chipsets have an integrated Wi-Fi module.

Activation

How to enable mobile hotspot in Windows 10? This function is activated when switching the toggle switch in the device parameters.

However, before turning it on, it is advisable to make sure that the mobile hot spot is working on a specific device. You need to check for the presence of integrated hardware responsible for accessing Wi-Fi, the firmware version of the operating system and the availability of drivers.

Checking if the firmware is up to date

Prior to version 1607, this option was not available as an interface function, but was present on the command line. Moreover, if activated on earlier versions via the command line, some problems do not arise.

A lot of time has passed since the release of the update. However, some computers may not have the required data package. You will need to make sure the applications are available. To do this, go through the following steps:

1. Click "Start";
2. Select Options";
3. Go to the "System" tab;

1. Open the item "About the system";

1. In the "Windows Specifications" section, find the "Version" item.

If version custom system earlier, you will have to download the update. Or install a newer OS.

Checking for Connectivity

To check if the laptop has Hardware to share Wi-Fi, you will need to open a command prompt as an administrator. Press Win + X and select the appropriate item. Then in the terminal you need to enter " netsh wlan show drivers".

After processing the command, a list of hardware parameters will appear. The feature of interest is called Hosted Network Support. In the original English image, the line was called Hosted Network.

If the attribute to the right of it is positive, you can continue working. If the value is negative, it is worth updating the drivers network adapter. If nothing has changed after that, then the required hardware is missing.

Enable mobile hotspot

How to distributeWi-Fi - watch video instructions:

To activate the feature, follow these steps:

1. Open Device Settings.
2. Go to "Network and Internet";

1. Go to the "Mobile hotspot" tab.
2. Find the “wheel” responsible for turning on and move it to the active position.

To change the network SSID and access code, you need to find the "Change" button and click it. Enter the desired ID and password in the text blocks that appear.

Problems and bugs

Regarding the wireless signal processing program in earlier Windows versions, in the "top ten" some bugs appeared. Sometimes this leads to the impossibility of distributing Wi-Fi using the built-in software.

The most common errors that fail to set up a Windows 10 mobile hotspot:

• It is impossible to distribute the Internet if the device is connected via the PPoE protocol, which requires a username and password;
• Can't connect from mobile device after activating mobile hotspot;
• When connected to a wireless network, you cannot access resources on the Internet;
• An error occurs when trying to activate a mobile hotspot via the command line. This problem arose after updating the operating system;
• Problems when distributing via a discrete modem connected to a USB port also occur frequently.

"Unable to enable mobile hotspot. Turn onWi– fi". What to do, see the video:

Setting up a mobile hotspot in a PPoE connection

The problem appears only in Win10. Was not seen in earlier versions. When activating the access point through the command line in versions prior to 1607, there were also no problems.

At the same time, the developers did not fix the error. For a solution, you can use command line. However, in most cases this does not help either. Another way is to use a third party software to create a virtual network.

If you can't set up a mobile hotspot, you can use:

• Virtual Router is one of the simplest and most intuitive programs. To activate, you will need to enter the desired network name, password and select options. Moreover, the utility is completely free.
• Switch Virtual Router, unlike the previous program, has a few more parameters. Added Russian localization.
• Connectify 2016 - contains a large number of features relative to free counterparts. However, it requires the purchase of a subscription.

Unable to connect to the network

Sometimes there is such a problem - it is impossible to share this connection for general access. After starting the distribution of the Internet through a mobile hotspot, the connected devices may not have access to the Internet. Most often, the problem is related to the activity of the antivirus.

In addition, the error occurs due to a lack of network sharing or an IP address issue. The solution is to use some of the built-in sharing features of Windows. Or try deleting and re-establishing the connection.

What to do if you are constantly receivingIP addresses, you will learn in the following video:

No access to the worldwide web

If you have such a problem, you should check your Internet access settings. When launching using a mobile hotspot, it is advisable to check the connection selected during configuration.

Unable to connect via command line

The problem usually occurs after OS updates. In this case, you will need to configure the driver. Try updating or rolling back current version low level software.

Briefly about how to update network adapter drivers:

• Through the "Start" we find the "Device Manager";
• Go to "Network adapters";

• Select the desired item, click RMB and "Properties";