This guide will show you how to disable IPv6 address support on your Windows 7 device.
- Open the Windows Start menu, click on the Control Panel. Once there, select Network and Sharing Center.
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- In the new window, click on the Local Area Connection button next to the connection you wish to modify.
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- In the new pop-up window, select Properties.
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- Lastly, uncheck the box next to Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6), and click OK.
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