How do I disable NIC from HP Envy x360 Bios?

[Vic-ky]

I need to disable the NIC, network cards in the Bios. I have been doing this for years on my Dell because of LAN activity hacking. Event Viewer shows Remote Desktop She’ll has started and successful. I appreciate this knowledge.

However, I’m trying to get a new Modem and router set up to eliminate the Asus router that I have now that has been flashed with a Raspi, partition and I have two public IP Addresses. The other public IP address whoever is using that will attach me when I am trying to set up this new Modem and router. Therefore, disabling the wireless network cards in Bios would or should allow me to be able to do this.

Thank you,

Vic-ky 

[Nal_NR]

Hi @Vic-ky,

Welcome to the HP Support Community. 

I'd like to help!

Disabling the Network Interface Card (NIC) in the BIOS of an HP Envy x360 laptop typically involves accessing the BIOS or UEFI settings during the boot process and navigating to the appropriate menu to disable the NIC. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to do it.

Important Note: Disabling the NIC in the BIOS will completely disable network connectivity on your laptop until you re-enable it. Make sure you have a valid reason for doing this, as it may affect your ability to connect to the internet or local networks.

Shut Down Your Laptop: Ensure your HP Envy x360 is powered off completely.

Turn On Your Laptop: Power on your laptop and be ready to access the BIOS/UEFI settings. This typically involves pressing a specific key during the boot process.

Access the BIOS/UEFI Settings: The key to access the BIOS or UEFI settings varies depending on your laptop model, but common keys are F2, F10, F12, or the Esc key. As soon as you turn on your laptop, start pressing the appropriate key repeatedly until you see the BIOS or UEFI menu.

Navigate to the Advanced Settings: Once inside the BIOS/UEFI settings, navigate to the advanced settings or the configuration menu. The exact menu names and layouts may vary depending on your laptop model and BIOS version.

Locate the Network or LAN Configuration: Look for a section related to network or LAN configuration. This is where you can usually find options related to the Network Interface Card (NIC).

Disable the NIC: Within the network or LAN configuration section, you should find an option to enable or disable the NIC. Select the NIC option, and then disable it. The specific steps for this will vary based on your BIOS version.

Save and Exit: After disabling the NIC, save the changes you made in the BIOS/UEFI settings and exit. This process may involve selecting a "Save and Exit" or "Exit" option from the menu.

Restart Your Laptop: Allow your laptop to restart.

After completing these steps, your HP Envy x360's NIC should be disabled, and it will no longer connect to networks until you re-enable it in the BIOS/UEFI settings. Please note that BIOS/UEFI menus can vary, so the exact steps may differ slightly depending on your laptop's model and BIOS version. If you're unsure about any specific settings or options, and if this does not help,

I recommend you contact HP phone support.

Hope this helps! Keep me posted for further assistance.
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