How to Start Ad-Hoc Network in Windows 8

Step 1: Open the Command Prompt (CMD) as an Administrator. (Press Windows key + X + A) Step 2: Type in the following command to ensure that your network interface supports Hosted Network feature:

netsh wlan show drivers

If Hosted network supported shows “Yes”, that’s great. If it says “No”, you can try to update your wireless driver. If the updated driver still does not help, then you need to upgrade your hardware. Step 3: Now, we need to configure Ad Hoc Wireless connection. Type in CMD this command:

netsh wlan set hostednetwork mode=allow ssid=<your desired network name> key=<your password>

Step 4: Next, you need to start it. Type in CMD the command below:

netsh wlan start hostednetwork

Make sure your wireless network connection is enabled. Step 5: Navigate to Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center. Click on “Change adapter settings”

Right-click on Wi-Fi adapter > select Properties

Head to “Sharing” tab > check the box Allow other network users to connect through this computer's Internet connection > finally click on OK button.

Now you can connect your Wi-Fi devices such as iPhone, Android smartphone, iPad, laptop … to this ad hoc wireless network and enjoy internet connection sharing.

Hope it worked for you guys...!!

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