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What to do if Windows 10/11 D-Link modem software got blocked

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Thoseuserswho utilize D-Linkmodemshave stated that a “This app has been blocked for your protection” User Account Control error message pops up when they try to run the D-Link Connection Manager software.

As a result, thoseuserscan’t connect to the net with D-Linkmodems. However, someusershave fixed the issue. These are a few resolutions for fixing blocked D-Link software.

How to Fix Blocked D-Link Software

1. Activate Windows 10’s Built-in User Account

Windows started blocking D-Link software after the discovery of private keys within D-Link firmware.

Consequently, Windows 10’s built-in admin account blocks D-Link modem software running, which also blocks the net connections. In addition,Win 10blocks users installing thesoftware.

Someusershave confirmed that they’ve fixed the issue by enabling Windows 10’s adminaccount. That’s the built-in admin account that blocks thesoftware.Userscan activateWin 10‘s built-in admin account as follows.

— RELATED:Best Windows 10 router software you can configure routers with

If the above resolution doesn’t do the trick, try running the D-Link Connection Manager software via the Command Prompt. Numeroususershave stated that running D-Link Connection Manager with the Command Prompt fixes the connection.Userscan run D-Link software via the Prompt as follows.

3. Turn Off User Account Control With Group Policy Editor

Another way someuserscan fix blocked D-Link modem software is to turn off User Account Control withGroup Policy Editorin Windows 10 Pro and Enterprise.Userscan do that by disabling theRun all administrators in Admin Approval Modepolicy. Follow the guidelines below to turn off that policy.

— RELATED:How to Install Group Policy Editor on Windows 10 Home

4. Set up a Cellular Connection

So, that’s howuserscan unblock D-Link software inWindows 10. Then D-Linkuserscan browse websites with their restored connections.

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Matthew Adams

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Matthew is a freelancer who has produced a variety of articles on various topics related to technology. His main focus is the Windows OS and all the things surrounding it.

He is passionate about the tech world, always staying up-to-date with the latest and greatest. With an analytical view, he likes problem-solving, focusing on errors and their causes.

In his free time, he likes to read and write about history and tries to always develop new skills.

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