Mac keeps logging onto neighbour's network!

I have an Airport system connected to my hi-fi, which correctly appears as a network option. However, a rogue network has also appeared (I assume a neighbour).
I am a bit concerned about security and the like, so I'd like to set my Mac to not ever log onto the neighbour's network, and to only search for my own one.
I have tried SYSTEM PREFERENCES - NETWORK, but oddly the network names don't appear in the PREFERRED NETWORKS box. However, they do appear in the Finder's top taskbar.
How can I tell the Mac to only log into my hi-fi network (or - more importantly - ignore the rogue one).
Thanks!

Very amusing. My daughter has an iBook with Airport. I'm not wireless, or wasn't over summer when she kept conveniently accessing the internet. Never the tekkie, I assumed it was by some invisible force ("magic"), courtesy of the amazing apple. Turns out she was innocently airporting off of several neighbors (pick anyone at any time); only one of them had put in a password, but sometimes she was limited if the non-password folks had their computer off. We didn't figure out what was going on for several months, when a tekkie's visit discovered it. She never did any mischief, but I agree with those concerned about security. Appreciate the info in those replies; we'll do that when I get upgraded.
I have Airport Extreme base station now, so neighbors are not necessary, LOL.
G3 converted to G4 Mac OS 9.2.x non-wireless but have Airport Extreme for wireless laptops in household

Similar Messages

Why does my mac keep logging me out

My mac keeps logging me out when I am not using it.

From the menu bar, select
 ▹ System Preferences... ▹ Security & Privacy
If there's a closed padlock icon in the lower left corner of the preference pane, click it and enter your login password when prompted.
Click the Advanced button and, in the sheet that opens, uncheck the box marked
Log out after … minutes of inactivity

Computers log onto neighbours network rather than my own

I am running an Extreme network with 2 Express stations attached for routing music. My Mac mini and my iBook (4 users) log's onto my neighbours network each time I log in resulting having to manually change to my own network.
My network is WEP protected and the password is stored in each of my users keychains. However, each time I log in it reverts back to my neighbous system.
This is a recent occurence since adding an express station and my new mac mini to the network.
Does anybody have any ideas for avoiding this frustrating issue?
iBook G3 800MHz Mac OS X (10.3.9) 640MB SD RAM

Hi Yossie:
Welcome to Apple Discussions:
Navigate to: System Preferences>Network>Airport>By default join: Preferred Network, then select the network you want your mac to log-into. You can also remove the networks you don't want your mac to log into)
I hope this helps!

My Mac keeps logging me out of my account

It started this morning immediately after I turned on my Mac Pro. I have 3 accounts on the MP, and I logged in to my usual account, after about one second, after the desktop loads etc, it logs me out automatically. This keeps happening. I am able to log into the other 2 accounts on the same Mac with no problem. Unfortunately, the bulk of my work is in the account that keeps logging me out automatically.
I have reset my PRAM, fixed and repaired disk permissions etc. to no avail. Any suggestions?

You probably have a login item or something set to load when you log in that's causing the issue.
I'd try a safe boot. Power off, then on, when you hear the chime, hold the Shift key. Release it when you see the spinning gear. This boot takes longer than normal because it clears your font caches and runs a disk check. It'll take you to the login window. Log into your account. One of the advantages of a safe boot is that it disables login items, so if you can log in successfully with a safe boot, go into System Preferences > Accounts, select your account, select the Login Items tab on the right, and remove any login items. Reboot (normally this time) and make sure all's well.
You can also look in Console to see what is crashing, that will helpfully allow you to narrow it down to a specific app or process.

Having trouble logging onto a WPA network.

Hello all!
After surfing for a couple of hours through the forums, I decided to make this post...
I have been having trouble logging on to my work WiFi. I use an Actiontec GT701-WG DSL modem, with a WPA network. I have tried to reset my Network Settings, but did not help. The message I get every time is, "Cannot log onto (network name)".
Any ideas?
Thanks!
Chad

Try restarting your WiFi router by removing power for 30 seconds.
On your iPad use Settings > General > Reset > Reset network settings

Mac keeps logging out and blanking screen.

hi.
for some reason my mac just keeps logging out and blanking the screen at random points each day.
its VERY weird.
is there anything i can do about it?

There are a number of things that you could try - resetting SMC and PRAM, doing an Apple Hardware Test, reinstalling system software, etc.
But, if I were you, I'd take the unit into an Apple Store or an AASP. But be certain that you backup all of your data before you take it in.
When there's no rhyme nor reason to restarts and 'blank screens' on a daily basis, it's best just to let Apple handle it - they can run tests that aren't available to mere mortals. Could be anything...
Clinton

How to get my mac to log onto my network FIRST

When I start my MacBookAir (Yosemite 10.10.2) it always tries to log on to my neighbors network initially instead of mine. It lists the networks in alphabetical order as as mine starts with an "S", I always have to select it from the list. What is the simplest way to correct this?
thanks

Apple Menu > System Preferences > Network > Wi-Fi in left side panel > Advanced button > drag networks into the order you prefer (and/or delete the other network if it is one you never use). Also, you can elect to remember the networks the computer has joined so it will log in automatically.

I am trying to log onto the new Network research results

I have never been asked to enter 3 bits of information. 2 i am fine with.
File number: OK
Memorable Word: ??????????????
Group Password: OK
When clicking on forgotton information, it states that I have no details to confirm identity.

Details like websites remembering you (log you in automatically) are stored in a cookie.
*Create a cookie 'allow' exception to keep such cookies, especially in case of secure websites and when cookies expire when Firefox is closed.
*Tools > Options > Privacy > "Use custom settings for history" > Cookies: Exceptions
This issue can be caused by corrupted cookies or cookies that are blocked.
*check the permissions on the about:permissions page and in "Tools > Page Info > Permissions"
*https://support.mozilla.org/kb/fix-login-issues-on-websites-require-passwords

Logging onto a secure network.

I would to like to use my iPhone when at university to save having to bring my laptop to access the internet.
When I first tried to connect my laptop airport prompted me to enter my user name and password. I didi this and saved in keychain and it works fine.
However, with my iPhone when trying to access the same network it only asks me for a password and there seems to be now way to enter my user name.
Is this a flaw with the iPhones wifi access or am I doing something wrong?

I think your university is using an Enterprise level of wireless security and it appears as though the iPhone does not support that (yet).
Someone else seems to be having the same issue:
http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=1108031&tstart=0

I am trying to log onto a Mac Mini I haven't used in awhile and I forgot the password. I am trying to reset the password with my apple ID but the computer keeps saying the Apple ID and the password are incorrect whenever I know they are.

I am trying to log onto a Mac Mini I haven't used in awhile and I forgot the password. I am trying to reset the password with my apple ID but the computer keeps saying the Apple ID and the password are incorrect whenever I know they are, as I am using the exact same ID right now.
I have switched my password in the past, so my theory is my mac mini thinks that my password has not changed and it will not update because The Wi-Fi password has also changed so it cannot connect to any servers...Does that sound like I am on the right track?
Is there a way to update my Wi-Fi password (saved into the computer) without logging on?

If the user account is associated with an Apple ID, and you know the Apple ID password, then maybe the Apple ID can be used to reset your user account password.
Otherwise, boot into Recovery by holding down the key combination command-R at startup. Release the keys when you see a gray screen with a spinning dial.
When the OS X Utilities screen appears, select
Utilities ▹ Terminal
from the menu bar.
In the Terminal window, type this:
resetpassword
That's one word with no spaces. Then press return. A Reset Password window opens.
Select your boot volume if not already selected.
Select your username from the menu labeled Select the user account if not already selected.
Follow the prompts to reset the password. It's safest to choose a password that includes only the characters a-z, A-Z, and 0-9.
Select
 ▹ Restart
from the menu bar.
You should now be able to log in with the new password, but your Keychain will be reset (empty.) If you've forgotten the Keychain password (which is ordinarily the same as your login password), there's no way to recover it.

Hi, so I keep having problems logging onto the iTunes store in iTunes and I get this error message: "iTunes could not connect to the iTunes Store. An unknown error occurred (0x80090318) Make sure your network connection is active and try again."

Hi,
So I keep having problems logging onto the iTunes store in iTunes where an error message pops up saying: "iTunes could not connect to the iTunes Store. An unknown error occurred (0x80090318) Make sure your network connection is active and try again."
How do I fix this?

Hey thatssoivi,
If you are having an issue with being unable to connect to the iTunes store, I would suggest that you troubleshoot using the steps in this article -
iTunes for Windows: iTunes Store connection troubleshooting - Apple Support
Thanks for using Apple Support Communities.
Be well,
Brett L

HT204409 I am trying to log onto my wireless connection but it keeps telling me I'm unable to locate any wireless network. I know there are several networks nearby. Is this a problem with my phone or my router?

I am trying to log onto my wireless connection but it keeps telling me I'm unable to locate any wireless network. I know there are several networks nearby. Is this a problem with my phone or my router?

I found a solution that has worked on both iPhone 4's I have that have had the same issues, and also including not being able to download updates in the App store.
Go to Settings > WiFi and turn it OFF.
Next go to General > Cellular > Cellular Data and turn it OFF
Next go back to Settings > WiFi and turn it ON, (wait a few seconds for it to sync with your network)
Finally go back to General > Cellular > Cellular Data and turn it ON.
I had the same issues on both my wife's phone, and my own, and it fixed it immediately without changing any proxy settings or reboots, (which I did try on my phone and did not work, but did not try on my wife's phone)
Hope this helps!

Redirector prevents computer from logging onto network

I am using Desktop Manager v4.7. Ever since I upgraded from v4.6 to v4.7, the redirector tries to launch and connect to the network before my desktop computer is able to do so. To make matters worse, the computer wont log onto the network because the redirector is trying to log onto it.
Finally, the redirector crashes at which point the computer is able to log onto the network. However, by then, the redirector wont try to log onto the network again, and my emails are not forwarded to my blackberry.
Thus, is it possible to have the redirector wait until the computer has logged onto the network before it tries launch itself?
Your help is greatly appreciated.

OK, MnJim,
Then in that case, if your disabling the SSID, you'll need to type in the SSID manually each time since I don't believe that Airport on the Mac can find an SSID to automatically connect to, if the SSID is not being broadcast.
So it almost seems like you're between a rock and a hard place. Don't want to type the SSID in order to 'find' it? Then don't disable it.
Also:
With the SSID broadcast disabled, if there is another access point within range that is broadcasting, systems will automatically switch to the access point that's broadcasting its SSID. This happens even if you didn't list that broadcasting system as a preferred network and you've listed the access point that's not broadcasting as preferred.
and:
http://www.netstumbler.org/archive/index.php/t-11738.html
and:
http://forums.wi-fiplanet.com/archive/index.php/t-1293.html
It seems as if it's "to-may-to", "to-mah-to". A serious hacker will find a way to find your SSID, broadcasted or not. Disabling it simply makes your life more of a hassle.
...for what it's worth...
Anyone else find other factoids to support 'disabling', or a better way to keep the connection 'automatic' without an publicized SSID ?

After binding my MAC with Lion OS I cannot log on to any network accounts

I bound my Mac with OSX 7 to a Windows domain.
When I restarted the unit I cannot log onto any domain accounts.
I looked for the option to allow network users to log in via Login Ooptions but it is not there.

cor=el,
First link. https://support.mozilla.com/en-US/kb/Web%20sites%20or%20add-ons%20incorrectly%20report%20incompatible%20browser
Did not work.
◦general.useragent.override was the only one that had a "reset" option that wasn't greyed out.
After following as much of the proceedure as I could the problem was still there.
Of course, I never got an "incompatible browser" report. I got a missing USER AGENT report.
However the second link: http://kb.mozillazine.org/Resetting_your_useragent_string_to_its_compiled-in_default
was more interesting. I reset the about:config file.
I then deleted my history and watched the useragent files in config RESET themselves to where they were before I reset them. I connected to a website successfully, then checked WHAT'S MY USER AGENT and it showed no User Agent again. I tried again to connect to the website and got the error.
I returned to About:Config and again reset the general.useragent files. After a while they went back to their pre-reset state on their own. Something is resetting them.
I disabled USERAGENTSWITCHER in FF (which had been installed in an attempt to deal with this problem) I rebooted FF and returned to About:Config where I realized any click after resetting the general.useragent list undid the reset exactly.
I reset the About:Config and immediately closed FF. I then rebooted FF. It was as if I had never reset the general.useragent list.
Something unknown is resetting the general.useragent to pre-reset conditions on my next action. I think the links SHOULD have worked except they are not, so the problem lies elsewhere
The "default" user agent is correct....it just keeps disappearing.

I cannot log onto the App Store, the page appears when I call it from the dock or the Apple menu. I can call the log-in box from the menu bar, but on signing in the spinning icon just keeps spinning,(not the beachball). Any suggestions? Using 10.6.7 and u

I cannot log onto the App Store, the page appears when I call it from the dock or the Apple menu and I can call the log-in box from the menu bar, but on signing in the spinning icon just keeps spinning,(not the beachball). Using 10.6.7 and up-to-date on all software. Any suggestions?

Could be a third party app preventing you from being able to login.
Mac App Store: Sign in sheet does not appear, or does not accept typed text
If it's not a third party issue, follow the instructions here.
Quit the MAS if it's open.
Open a Finder window. Select your Home folder in the Sidebar on the left then open the Library folder then the Caches folder.
Move the com.apple.appstore and the com.apple.storeagent files from the Caches folder to the Trash
From the same Library folder open the Preferences folder.
Move these files Preferences folder to the Trash: com.apple.appstore.plist and com.apple.storeagent.plist
Same Library folder open the Cookies folder. Move the com.apple.appstore.plist file from the Cookies folder to the Trash.
Relaunch the MAS.

Mac keeps logging onto neighbour's network!

Similar Messages

Maybe you are looking for