Cast to Device is not working in Windows 10

Today we’re going to talk about the most basic and used feature of Windows 10. One of the features we use the most is display broadcasting to devices. But, with increasing functionality, errors and bugs are also increasing in number. But if you find that Cast on device does not work in Windows 10, this message will help you resolve the issue.

Users often use the broadcast feature to watch movies and shows from their small screen devices to a larger device. I know a computer has a bigger screen, but not as big for a whole family sitting together. Connection of HDMI, VGA and use of USB flash drives. Just launch your Windows 10 system on any smart TV or projector and you’re good to go.

Cast on device does not work in Windows 10

There may be several reasons why your system is unable to broadcast anything. These reasons may include poor network connectivity, an undetectable device, a firmware error on the device display, etc. But let’s assume that everything works fine with the streaming device, but not with your Windows 10 device. If this is the case with you, you can try the methods mentioned below:

1. Enable network discovery
2. Update network drivers
3. Check streaming options
4. Change device delivery settings in Windows Defender firewall
5. Check the Microsoft LLDP protocol driver settings
6. Run the hardware troubleshooter.

You can find more methods on the Internet. But today we are going to cover the most basic and effective methods.

1]Enable network discovery

If you are a geek, you may know how networks work. Windows 10 keeps all networks as private by default. But to broadcast something, you need to enable network discovery so that the device is visible.

1. hurry To win + R keys, Run open to.
2. Type control and press Enter. the Control Sign will open.
3. In the control panel, search for Network and Sharing Center and click on it.
4. In the left panel, click on Change advanced sharing settings.
5. In the advanced sharing settings window, expand Guest or public options. Network discovery, click on Enable network discovery.
6. Perform step 5 to File and printer sharing and click Save changes.
7. You can now try Cast to Device again.

If the error is still present, you can go to the next method.

2]Update network drivers

We often find that errors occur due to outdated or corrupted drivers. There are several ways to update the drivers, from downloading the drivers to manually updating. Today we will see how to update the drivers manually.

1. hurry To win + X keys. the Fast Access open to.
2. Click on Device Director. >
3. In Device Director window search Network adapters and click on it.
4. Find the wireless adapter (if you connect wirelessly), right click on it and click Update driver.
5. In the update window, click Search automatically for update driver Software. >

If updates are available, it will install them automatically. Once the process is complete, try to cast your device again. Please make sure your system is configured for automatic installation of updates. If not, this method will generate an error.

3]Check streaming options

Often when we want to do something but we cannot do it, it is because sufficient permissions are not provided. But to be on the safe side, make sure the latest drivers are installed on your system.

1. hurry To win + R keys, Run open to.
2. Type control and press Enter. the Control Sign will open.
3. In Control Sign search Network and Sharing Center and click on it.
4. In the left panel, click on Media diffusion the options.
5. If multimedia streaming is disabled, you must enable it. Click on Activate multimedia streaming.
6. Make sure your device is visible on the local network. Allow multimedia sharing on devices and click Okay.

As soon as these changes are made to restart your system once and you are ready to go.

4]Change device delivery settings in Windows Defender firewall

There are times when the connection is lost due to a defending firewall. The firewall you are using for security purposes may be interrupted in between.

1. hurry To win + R keys. the Run open to.
2. Type control and press Enter.
3. In the Control Panel, search for Windows Defender firewall and click on it.
4. In the left panel, click on Allow an application or feature through Windows Defender firewall.
5. Search Cast to Device functionality in the list of Allowed apps and features.
6. Be sure that Private and Public, the two check boxes are checked. Otherwise, click on Modify the parameters then check both boxes.
7. Click on Okay and you’re ready to go.

This method ensures that the Cast to Device feature is enabled in private and public networks. In short, this is the best way to check for any authorization issues if a firewall is enabled.

5]Check the Microsoft LLDP protocol driver settings

Now the last resort is to check the network card settings. If the drivers for your network card are updated and the firewall allows you to cast your device, now is the time to check the card settings. Sometimes the settings can be changed due to several adapter options available on your system. The basic reason behind this is to use Wi-Fi as well as Ethernet to connect to networks.

1. hurry To win + R keys, Run open to.
2. Type control and press Enter. the Control panel will open.
3. In the control panel, search for Network and Sharing Center and click on it.
4. In the left panel, click on Change adaptation parameters.
5. Now right click on the adapter you are connected to and click Properties.
6. In the list of items used by your connections, check if the Microsoft LLDP protocol driver is checked or not. Otherwise, click the check box and click Okay.

Restart your system once these parameters have been defined. This will certainly solve your problem. If any of the methods fail to resolve your problem, be sure to revert the changes to the Network and Sharing options.

6]Run the hardware troubleshooter

Run the hardware troubleshooter and see if it helps.

Let us know in the comments below which of the methods worked for you.