How to disable IPv6 on Windows 7

This guide will show you how to disable IPv6 address support on your Windows 7 device manually. 

 

  1. Open the Windows Start menu, and click on the Control Panel. Once there, select Network and Sharing Center.

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  2. In the new window, click on the Local Area Connection button next to the connection you wish to modify.

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  3. In the new pop-up window, select Properties.

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  4. Lastly, uncheck the box next to Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6), and click OK.

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Congratulations! Now you know how to disable IPv6 on your Windows 7 device!

 

 

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