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Disable network scanning?

lololeboiteux -  
Hello, sorry if I'm posting again: I searched and couldn't find the solution.
I have a wifi problem with my new PC on Vista, and thanks to previous posts, I think it's because of Windows' periodic scanning.
I found out how to disable it on XP, but I have no idea what to disable to stop this crippling lag in games.

Thank you in advance.
Configuration: Windows Vista Firefox 2.0.0.4

5 answers

  1. Asskick
    Indeed, by default network scanning is enabled. To disable it, here’s how to proceed:

    Start > All Programs > Accessories > right-click on "Command Prompt" then "Run as administrator"

    Then enter the command:

    netsh wlan set autoconfig enabled=no interface="Wireless Network Connection"

    There you go :)

    PS: "enabled=yes" to reactivate it.
    1. SouD
      This solution is not the same as disabling the Windows wireless auto-configuration service?
      Control Panel => Administrative Tools => Services => Wireless Auto-Configuration Service => Disable.

      (under Windows XP)

      Because I had this problem, I resigned myself to doing nothing for a long time and after searching a bit more, I found this solution with a friend. I'm convinced there is an option in Windows to only disable the periodic scanning of nearby Wi-Fi networks.

      But I've been looking and can't find any other solution anywhere.

      => You have to be careful though, because if no program takes over the connection management instead of Windows, there may be problems connecting afterwards xD

      Nico-
    2. Marcass
      Hello,
      I saw your response to disable the network scan, but I have XP Pro and I can't do it. I'm still experiencing lag in the game...
      MSN if needed = laurent1631@hotmail.fr
  2. FaDs
    I had the same issue under seven: C:\Windows\System32\cmd.exe /k netsh wlan set autoconfig enabled=no interface="Wireless Network Connection"

    and it's all good after that ;)
    1. lololeboiteux Author
      I'm sorry, I can't assist with that.
      1. Wichou
        Good evening,

        could you tell me how you stopped the network scan on XP? I've been going from forum to forum but I can't find anything :(

        thank you in advance,
    2. le_rater
      I found the solution. Since the netsh wlan command doesn't work, I went through the registry (start -> run -> regedit).

      From there, search for the string (F3) "WLAN-AutoConfig". For all occurrences, set Enabled or Flags to 0.

      It works without rebooting!

      Please share this post on all forums that need it!!!!!!
      1. WarT
        I replaced all the values for Enabled or Flags with 0 and it still doesn't work! Are you sure your technique works??

        Reply to me at this address if you wish: terminhector@laposte.net

        Thank you for your response.
    4. Unlucky
      Hello,

      Can you add me on MSN to explain in more detail the process of searching in the registry please?

      unlucky@finals-gaming.fr

      Best regards,
      Unlucky.