How to Set Up Bluetooth PAN on Windows 11

This article explains how to connect or join a Bluetooth Personal Area Network (BTPAN) on Windows 11.

A Bluetooth Personal Area Network (BTPAN) is another way to share Internet connectivity between devices wirelessly. This feature can connect your computer to a PC or phone’s hotspot through Bluetooth instead of Wi-Fi.

To use BTPAN, you will need a Bluetooth adapter on your computer and another device that has Bluetooth and supports hotspot functionality.

One might use a Bluetooth Personal Area Network (BTPAN) on Windows for several reasons. One reason is that BTPAN can be helpful when no Wi-Fi network is available, but you still need to connect your computer to the internet.

Additionally, using BTPAN can be more secure than using a public Wi-Fi network, as it creates a direct connection between devices without needing a router or internet service provider.

Finally, BTPAN can be a valuable tool for those who need to share their internet connection with other devices, as it allows you to share your computer’s internet connection with other devices through Bluetooth.

Connect to a Bluetooth network

As mentioned above, users can connect to a Bluetooth network on Windows using BTPAN.

Here’s how to do that.

First, turn on Bluetooth on both devices and ensure the devices are paired to each other. For more, see Pair a Bluetooth device in Windows.

Next, open the Windows Settings app.

You can do that by clicking on the Start menu and selecting Settings. Or press the keyboard shortcut (Windows key + I) to launch the Settings app.

When the Setting app opens, click the Bluetooth & devices button on the left.

Select the Devices tile on the right to expand it.

On the Bluetooth & devices settings page, click the More settings (three dots) button on the Bluetooth-paired device. Then, select Join Personal Area Network (PAN).

You may need to select the connection mode (Access Point or Direct connection) and then select Connect in the dialog that appears.

You should connect if all is well. You will see the status of the connection on the Devices page.

To disconnect, return to the Bluetooth -> Devices settings page and select the device. Then, click More Options again and select Disconnect PAN.

That should do it!

Reference:

Microsoft

Conclusion:

• Connecting to a Bluetooth Personal Area Network (BTPAN) on Windows 11 is a convenient way to share internet connectivity wirelessly between devices, especially when no Wi-Fi network is available.
• BTPAN can offer a more secure connection than public Wi-Fi, as it establishes a direct connection between devices without requiring a router or internet service provider.
• This feature facilitates internet connection sharing with other devices, making it a valuable tool for users who need to share their computer’s internet connection through Bluetooth.
• For troubleshooting, refer to the provided Microsoft support link or leave a comment for further assistance and contributions.