How do I fix Amazon Full_biscuit appearing on the net?

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At some point, going through the network devices, you may notice a device called full_biscuit. full_giz or, full_ford on Windows 1o. This issue of amazon full_biscuit unknown device appearing on a network is not new and has been reported by Windows users since 2013.

I have had problems with my computers for 4 years – 4 diff computers. follow me Today on my new ASUS under devices a new device appeared under “:computers” called “full_biscuit” – can’t access properties, no idea what it is. I’ve had a device called a “hidden device” for 4 years, every tech said “it’s nothing” but it’s always “on” it has no properties, I can’t turn it off, nothing

The full_biscuit or Amazon FAUWI device may appear on your network if you have an Amazon device like Echo Dot connected to your network. In other cases, it could be due to random WiFi devices like smartphones and tablets trying to connect to your wireless network.

To begin with, the appearance of an unknown device in and of itself does not put your computer or network at risk or open itself to attack. However, if you want to get rid of a particular device from your home network, try the steps below.

Table of Contents

  • How do I fix Amazon Full_biscuit appearing on the net?
    • Check your Amazon Echo devices
    • Disable WiFi SSID broadcast

How do I fix Amazon Full_biscuit appearing on the net?

1. Check your Amazon Echo devices

  1. Several users have reported that disabling or powering off the Amazon Echo device that is connected to their network has removed the full_biscuit device from the network.
  2. If you also have an Amazon Echo, turn off the device.
  3. Make sure to unplug the device from the power outlet as well.
  4. Reboot the computer and check if the unknown device has disappeared from your network.
  5. Turn on your Amazon Echo device, and then try to connect to the network.
  6. Check your home network again to see if the unknown device shows up.
  7. If the network shows the same unknown device, try updating your Amazon Echo device to see if that fixes the problem.

Update Amazon Echo Device

  1. Alexa devices receive OTA software updates automatically.
  2. To install any pending updates, make sure your device is turned on and connected to your network.
  3. Make sure not to use the device when the update is in progress.
  4. Alexa will display a blue ring of light when the update is ready to install. Therefore, wait until the updates are installed.
  5. Once the updates are installed, check your network for an unknown device.

Looking for a new Amazon Echo device to buy? Check out our expert guide to the best Amazon Echo devices in 2020

2. Disable WiFi SSID broadcast

  1. Make sure your router is turned on and connected to your computer.
  2. Open the web browser and type the following IP address, and then press enter:
    168.1.1
  3. Enter your administrator username and password to login. If you have not changed the default password, enter adminand Password for username and password, respectively.
  4. Once you’re signed in, open the Wirelesstab .
  5. Locate the SSID broadcastoption .
  6. Click the Disabledradio button next to SSID Broadcast to hide your SSID.
  7. Make sure the Settings viewis set to Manul before disabling SSID broadcast.
  8. Click Save Settingsto apply the changes.

Note: The above steps are done on a Linksys router. Check your router’s user manual if you are using a different router.

Amazon full_biscuit is usually your Amazon Echo device that is connected to the network. Try shutting down any Amazon device connected to your network to see if it disappears from your network.

 

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