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The thread discusses a user's issue with their Windows 10 laptop changing MAC addresses when connecting to different Wi-Fi networks. A responder clarifies the difference between MAC and IP addresses, suggesting the user may be referring to IP addresses. Another contributor explains that Windows' random MAC address feature is a security measure and advises disabling it through network settings. Overall, the conversation provides guidance on controlling MAC address behavior for network stability and security.
Belayet Hossain

Belayet Hossain

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Hello everyone,

Whenever I connect my windows 10 laptop to WiFi, it keeps changing its mac address for different WiFi Router.
I want to fix to a single MAC address. Is it possible?
Please help.

Thanks
 

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patcooke

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Are you sure it is the MAC address you are talking about or do you mean the IP address? The MAC address is basically fixed for a particular device but IP addresses are assigned by the router to which you connect and you can set your system to connect to a preferred router if that is what you want to do.
 

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Neemobeer

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It's a feature for security.

  • Press [Windows key + i]
  • Network & Internet
  • Wi-Fi
  • Disable the 'Random hardware address' feature
 

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