---
title: "How to Disable WiFi and Bluetooth on NavVis Devices (VLX & MLX)"
slug: "disable-wifi-and-bluetooth"
updated: 2026-02-18T10:12:21Z
published: 2026-02-18T10:12:21Z
canonical: "knowledge.navvis.com/disable-wifi-and-bluetooth"
---

> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://knowledge.navvis.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# How to Disable WiFi and Bluetooth on NavVis Devices (VLX & MLX)

# Introduction

This guide explains how to disable Wi-Fi and Bluetooth on NavVis VLX and NavVis MLX devices.

## Scope

NavVis VLX, NavVis MLX devices

> For easier navigation, connect a mouse via USB or access the device remotely using VNC.

# Procedure

### Before You Begin

The device opens in the **Scanning UI** by default. You must exit the Mapping UI to access system settings.

## 1. Exit the Scanning UI

1. Select the **Settings** icon in the top right corner.

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1. Click **Exit**to exit the Scanning Application.

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### 2. Disable the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth

1. Click the **network icon** in the top-right system bar.

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1. Select the **Wifi**or the **Bluetooth**options from here, as required.

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1. To turn off the Wifi, review the settings and toggle the button **Off.**

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1. To turn off the Bluetooth, review the settings and toggle the button **Off.**

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### 3. Reopen the Scanning Application (Optional)

1. Click on the **NavVis Scanning Application** icon to reopen the application.

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