Users have reported that the following chipsets work: However, this isn't very useful to the everyday user, but has its future possibilities. Netsh wlan set hostednetwork mode=allow ssid=Hotspot key=passwordhereĪfter running the command, you should notice 'Microsoft Virtual WiFi Miniport Adapter' appear in your network and sharing settings.Įnable 'Allow other network users to connect through this computer's Internet connection' under your Sharing tab, under properties.Īfter you have configured everything, you should be allowed to wirelessly connect to your laptop with your mobile devices. Open up the Run command with Administrative permissions and run:
The feature can be enabled through some simple command line scripts and a feature clicks of the mouse. The unfinished feature was hidden by default because of incompatibility with many of the devices and drivers.
If you have ever wanted to turn your laptop into a Wi-Fi hotspot, a secret feature has been revealed in Windows 7 code that allows you to tether your cell phone or other wireless device to your laptop.
