Share via

Computer name does not appear when logging in ". \"

Bakrena Taca 1 Reputation point
2021-09-21T06:55:28.663+00:00

On our domain-connected W7 computers, you could enter ". \" in the login box to see the computer name "Log in to .."
133901-image.png

Now we have made changes in AD, and upgraded clients to W10, and there is something in GPO that probably disabling this.
We do not know what.
When I type ". \" as username, it is only blank in "Log in to .."
133820-skarmklipp.png

Windows 10
Windows 10
A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.
10,961 questions
0 comments

1 answer

Sort by: Most helpful
Most helpful Newest Oldest
  1. Limitless Technology 39,461 Reputation points
    2021-09-21T10:56:19.117+00:00

    Hello,

    as first you can check in the registry key of a Windows 10 computer

    HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\ComputerName\ComputerName

    if there is a discrepancies in the name listed.

    To change the value, simply double click it to open the Edit Sting dialog box where you can change the old computer name to the correct name that matches what you have in your Windows System settings. After you type in the name click on the OK button and close the registry editor.

    In addition this article might be helpful for you:

    https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/security/threat-protection/security-policy-settings/interactive-logon-display-user-information-when-the-session-is-locked

    I hope that the answer will be helpful for you.

    Regards,

    0 comments