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The duplicate computers tag on WindowsForum.com covers issues where network views in Windows display multiple entries for the same computer. Users report seeing two of every computer on their home network, often with only one instance being accessible. This problem typically occurs on Windows 7 systems and can affect network browsing in File Explorer. Discussions focus on troubleshooting steps to resolve duplicate computer listings, such as checking network discovery settings, clearing the ARP cache, or addressing issues with the Computer Browser service. The tag is relevant for home network users experiencing phantom duplicate entries in Windows network views.
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    Windows 7 Network view showing 2 of every computer on network

    I have 4 computers on my home network: WHS - My Windows Home Server MediaCenter-PC - My HTPC Bomber - My notebook AnnMarie - My girlfriends Desktop With the exception of the WHS all are windows 7. Everything seems to be working alright, but when I open the network view on my notebook it show...
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    • accessibility computer view desktop duplicate computers home server htpc network notebook troubleshooting windows 7
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    • Forum: Windows Networking
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