You can restrict device access by configuring your router's settings or using network security features.
You can restrict device access by configuring your router's settings or using network security features.
I have roommates who live with me and they keep refusing to help with the internet bill while believing they can still use it. We had agreed on a payment plan, but they still connect despite changes in passwords. I’ve tried resetting them multiple times, yet they manage to access the network somehow. Is there a way to block certain devices or allow only specific ones? I’m unsure how they obtain new passwords or if auto-connecting is possible without entering the new one. Are there any free tools or router settings that could help? Any guidance would be greatly appreciated. Let me know if you need more details.
Identify the router model and determine which actions are available for it.
It functions similarly to a Bluetooth pairing, simply press the button and connect without entering a password. With your Linksys router login in your router settings and choosing the Wireless tab, pick WPS and disable it. Which device model do you have? I can help identify the interface and guide you through the steps if needed. Edited June 5, 2020 by SansVarnic
The issue arises when someone has direct access to the device and can simply restore it to its original state. The only effective way to stop this would be to disable or block the power switch. This also means you’d lose access if you needed a reset. We faced the same situation in an older building with the main router in a shared electricity cabinet. People would reset the router every time we changed the password. Eventually, we had to relocate it to a secured cabinet.
Check your router's IP address, navigate to the statistics section, and you should see the logged-in users. If needed, press block for additional instructions. This applies to Huawei routers as well.