Connect the computer that is sharing the connection (the “host”) to the broadband modem via Ethernet or 4G hotspot via USB. If you are connecting a modem to the host computer via Ethernet, it will need two Ethernet ports (one to connect to the modem, and the other to connect to the hub or router). Connect the host computer to the WAN port of a wired hub or wireless router using an Ethernet cable. Connect the other computers to the hub or router using Ethernet or a wireless signal. [3] X Expert Source Luigi OppidoComputer & Tech Specialist Expert Interview. 31 July 2019. Note that the connecting computers don’t need any special settings, and can be running any operating system. If you’re just connecting two computers, connect them directly via Ethernet.
At this point, you can turn your host computer into a wireless access point if you have an unused wireless adapter. Click here for instructions.
If you’re using a hub or switch, you won’t need to perform any additional configuration.
If connecting via Ethernet, connect each additional computer to the LAN ports on the router or hub. If connecting wirelessly, connect to the router as if you were connecting to any wireless network. [4] X Expert Source Luigi OppidoComputer & Tech Specialist Expert Interview. 31 July 2019.
Make sure that you only have internet connection sharing enabled on the host computer, and only on the adapter that’s connected to the internet. All of the other computers on the network should not have internet connection sharing enabled. Open the Network Connections window on the computer that cannot get an internet connection. (the Windows key + R and then type ncpa. cpl). Right-click on the network adapter and select Properties. Select “Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)” and click Properties. Select “Obtain IP address automatically”. Repeat for “Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6)”.
Open the Network Connections window on the host computer (the Windows key + R and then type ncpa. cpl). Select the two adapters that you want to bridge. This should be the adapter that is connected to the internet and the adapter that is connected to the rest of the network. Hold Ctrl and click each one to select them. Right-click on one of the two selected networks and select “Bridge Connections”. Click Yes when prompted. Reboot the other computer and try connecting again.
Press the Windows key + R and type services. msc. Press Enter to open the Services window. Find each of the following services: Application Layer Gateway Service Network Connections Network Location Awareness (NLA) Plug And Play Remote Access Auto Connection Manager Remote Access Connection Manager Remote Procedure Call (RPC) Telephony Windows Firewall Double-click each service and set the “Startup Type” to “Automatic”. Reboot the computer after setting each service and try the connection again.
The host computer will need to have a wireless adapter that isn’t being used in order to broadcast a signal for other computers and devices to connect to. If the host computer doesn’t have a wireless card installed, you can use a USB wireless adapter. Make sure you only enable internet connection sharing on the adapter that’s connected to the internet. Don’t enable internet sharing on the wireless adapter that you’ll be using to create the wireless network.
Make sure to check the “Save this network” box, or you’ll need to reconfigure it every time you reboot the computer.
If you have an unused wireless adapter (for example, your host is connected to the modem via Ethernet), you can use it to create a wireless network that other devices can connect to in order to access the internet. If you have two Ethernet adapters, you can connect one to the modem, and the other to a network switch or router. Your other computers and devices can then connect to this network.
Click Start to confirm that you want to enable internet sharing. Note that turning internet connection sharing on will likely disrupt any existing network you have set up.
If you want to turn your Mac into a wireless hotspot, check the “Wi-Fi” box. If you want to connect your Mac to a network hub or wireless router, select “Ethernet”.
If you’re in a crowded living area such as an apartment complex, change the “Channel” to something other than 6 or 11, as these are the two most common ones. Doing so will help reduce interference.
If connecting via Ethernet, connect each additional computer to the LAN ports on the router or hub. They should automatically get IP addressed and be able to connect to the internet. If connecting wirelessly, connect to the router as if you were connecting to any wireless network. [8] X Expert Source Luigi OppidoComputer & Tech Specialist Expert Interview. 31 July 2019.
