2 Home Laptops can't share files after installation of an Xfinity XB* router/modeum

Did I forget the network, don't know how to do that but I did disconnect both from the network and than reconnected it. Also both computers are still set up sharing just like they have for the past 5 years. I changed nothing except ti swap out the router/modeum.

Besides them not "talking" to each other I also can't print from either one to my network printer which also hasnt changed.

No worries at all, we can run through some troubleshooting steps @user_fm06kq! What is the make/models of the laptops? Is your printer connected to your network and your devices just are unable to see the laptops?

Garage laptop = 15"HP Pavillion, 12th gen intel 7 Windows 11 pro

Office = 17" HP 12th gen intel 7 Windows 11 pro

Printer = Laserjet Pro MFP 3301SDW.

Thank you for the additional information, @user_fm06kq

This issue could be caused by outdated WiFi drivers on your devices. To resolve this, ensure that all WiFi-enabled devices have updated drivers, firmware, and app versions. This is particularly important for devices connecting to newer gateways like the xFi Advanced Gateway (XB7/XB8) or the XB10, which support advanced WiFi technologies. If other devices can connect successfully, check the specific device's drivers that are unable to file share and update them accordingly to ensure compatibility with the new gateway.

Update WiFi drivers and maintain devices to work with your xFi Advanced Gateway (XB7/XB8)

Ok so I followed your instructions to the intel driver & support system and downloaded it and it scanned both laptops. They both needed 1 update, the same one, Intel 11 - 14th generation processor graphics update. I updated them both and rebooted and now everything is working like it used to. Hard for me to believe that a graphics updated could solve the entire problem, I assumed that it was something in the router properties.

Thanks a lot for your help and I hope it keeps working.

Ken