When using a wireless Internet connection, you may find the network icon with the red x in the Windows notification area distracting. To hide this icon, follow the steps below.

  • Open the Control Panel.
  • Click the Appearance and Themes icon, and then Taskbar and Start menu icon. Or, if displaying Control panel in classic view, click the Taskbar and Start menu icon.
  • In the Taskbar and Start menu Properties window, click the Customize button.
  • Select the Local Area Connection and choose the option to Always hide.
  • Click ok and close all remaining windows.
  • See our balloon, cable, and network definitions for further information and related links.
  • Network and network card help and support.