If you have just performed a clean installation of Windows 11, a random name might appear on your PC. You would like to change this name to your liking. Doing this will make finding your PC on a network with several other devices easier.
There are different ways to rename a Windows 11 PC. You can change its name via Settings, Command Prompt, or System Properties.
1. Using System Settings
In this method, we will use the System Settings page to rename Windows 11 computers. Here’s what you need to do.
1. Click on the Start button and select Settings.
2. On the Settings page, click on the System.
3. On the right pane, scroll down and click on About.
4. On the next page, click on the Rename this PC.
5. In the next window, enter the PC name and click Next.
6. Click the Restart Now button to rename the Windows 11 PC.
2. Rename Windows 11 PC via Command Prompt
This method will use the Command Prompt utility to rename the Windows 11 computer. Here’s what you need to do.
1. Open Windows Search and type in Command Prompt. Right-click on the CMD and select Run as administrator.
2. On the Command Prompt Window, enter the following command:
wmic computersystem where name="%computername%" call rename name="NewPCName"
Important: Replace the NewPCName with the new name for your PC.
3. Command Prompt will display the success message. It should display Method Execution Successful.
3. Rename Windows 11 PC via System Properties
You can even use System Properties to rename your Windows 11 PC. The steps are pretty easy; follow them as mentioned.
1. Press the Windows Key + R button to open the RUN dialog box.
2. When the RUN dialog box opens, type sysdm.cpl and press Enter.
3. Switch to the Computer Name tab and click Change.
4. In the Computer name field, type the new name you want to assign and click OK.
5. After making the change, restart your Windows 11 PC.
This guide explains how to rename your Windows 11 PC. I hope this article helps you. Please share it with your friends. If you have any questions, let us know in the comment box below.
