MSFT 50: A Mysterious Visitor on Your Network

What is MSFT 50?

MSFT is the stock symbol for Microsoft, but a device with the name "MSFT 50" has been spotted using significant amounts of data on routers. If you encounter a login page, splash page, or ISP router page while attempting to connect to the internet, Microsoft's detection test may fail.

Troubleshooting the Issue

1. Check Device Connections

Access your router's admin panel and review the connected devices. This may provide additional information about the unknown device.

2. Restart Your Router

Rebooting your router may reset any temporary issues or anomalies, including the mysterious device.

3. Other Troubleshooting Techniques

In Mikrotik routers, you can configure specific options like "option matcher," "vendor class identifier," and "defined pools" to manage device connections. Explore these settings to identify any unusual activity.

Additional Observations

One user reported that their PC's name randomly changed to "MSFT 5 0." They were unable to revert the change. If you experience this issue, consider rebooting your device.

If none of these troubleshooting steps resolve the problem, consider contacting your internet service provider or router manufacturer for further assistance.