How to Change a Computer’s Name (Windows 7 – Windows 10)

Having multiple computers with the same name on a network can be very problematic.

NOTE: If the main computer’s/server’s name is changed, it will be necessary to remap all the shares for every year on all of the workstations; rather, try changing a workstation’s name before changing the server’s name.

1. Open Windows Explorer by either clicking on the folder icon on the taskbar. 
2. Right click “This PC or Computer,” then select Properties.
3. Under the Computer Name, Domain and workgroup settings heading, select Change Settings.

4. Click on Change.

5. Enter new computer name and click OK.

6. Reboot the computer when prompted. Rebooting the computer is required for this change to take effect.