Why does RalinkLinuxClient show up on Windows 10?
Seeing something on your PC's network that you haven't seen before can be suspicious and intimidating. RalinkLinuxClient is one such entry that might make you wonder how did Ralink join my network? If you also have this question and want to fix RalinkLinuxClient appearing in Windows 10 issue, please read the article till the end. You will find answers to your question with working methods that will help you get rid of the problem in question.
Why does RalinkLinuxClient show up on Windows 10?
RalinkLinuxClient is one of the common internal chipsets used by several routers of large companies such as Netgear, HP, D-Link, etc. Reasons why this device appears on your PC network:
- Another wireless network configuration using the same address range as your Wi-Fi router.
- Routers with Default IP Address Range
- Smart TVs, security cameras and other devices using the same Wi-Fi network.
- Computer with multiple network cards enabled
Now let's turn to the possible solutions that can fix this issue on your PC. Read carefully and follow each step on your computer to fix RalinkLinuxClient error appearing on Windows 10.
Method 1: Change your Wi-Fi username and password
If you think the RalinkLinuxClient on your PC is a threat, you can get rid of it by changing the username and password of your Wi-Fi network. This is not an absolute way to change your Wi-Fi username and password, but it will guide you through the process. First, you will need your router's IP address in order to access your router's settings.
Note. The location of the router settings is different for different manufacturers and models of routers. Before making any changes to the router settings, check the following steps.
1. Press the Windows key, type command prompt and click "Run as administrator".
2. Now type the ipconfig /all command and press the Enter key.
3. Find the default gateway in the list and copy the address next to it as shown below.
4. Then open a desktop browser, paste the copied address into the address bar and press the Enter key.
5. The login page for your router will load. Enter the Login Password in this field as shown below.
6. Click "WAN Settings" on the home page, as shown in the figure.
7. From here, change the Username and Password fields and click Save.
After changing the username and password of your Wi-Fi network, check if Ralink's problem with connecting to my network is resolved.
Method 2: Disable Windows Connect Now Service
If changing the Wi-Fi username and password did not help to get rid of the RalinkLinuxClient displayed in the Windows 10 error, you can also try disabling the Windows Connect Now service as shown below.
1. Right-click the This PC shortcut on the desktop and select the Manage option.
2. Click Yes to prompt for User Account Control if prompted.
3. In the Computer Management window, select the Services and Applications option from the left pane as shown below.
4. Now double click the Services option.
5. Scroll down to find and double-click the Windows Connect Now option in the list. The properties window will open.
6. On the General tab, select the Disabled option from the Startup Type drop-down box as shown below.
7. Click Apply > OK to save your changes.
8. Finally, restart your computer and see if the RalinkLinuxClient has disappeared from your network or not.
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So, we hope you understand what RalinkLinuxClient is and why it appears on your network. You also learned how to remove it from your PC with detailed steps to help you. You can let us know about any questions about this article or suggestions about any other topic you want us to write an article about. Leave them in the comments section below so we know.