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Advanced IP Scanner for Windows

Free Windows network scanner with a polished interface, remote control shortcuts, and Wake-on-LAN for managing devices on a LAN.

Updated August 9, 2026 · Reviewed by SoftNexi Editorial Team, Software research and documentation

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Overview

Advanced IP Scanner is a free network scanner from Famatech, the company behind the Radmin remote-control software. It scans a LAN and lists connected devices with their IP address, MAC address, manufacturer (inferred from the MAC vendor prefix), and, when available, the computer's network name and any shared network folders.

Beyond discovery, it adds convenience features aimed squarely at small-office IT: one-click shortcuts to RDP into a discovered Windows machine, open its shared folders directly, or send a Wake-on-LAN packet to power on a sleeping device remotely. These integrations make it feel more like a lightweight network-management console than a pure scanner.

It's Windows-only and closed source, distributed free by Famatech partly as a companion to their paid Radmin remote-access product, though it works standalone without requiring Radmin. It targets a similar use case to Angry IP Scanner — quick LAN discovery — but with a more Windows-integrated feature set and a more modern-looking interface.

As with any network scanner, only run it against networks and devices you own or manage; using it to enumerate a network you don't have authorization to scan can be a policy or legal issue, even for a simple discovery tool.

Key features

  • Scans a specified IP range and lists live devices with IP, MAC, and vendor info
  • One-click RDP shortcut to remotely connect to discovered Windows machines
  • Direct access to shared folders on discovered devices
  • Wake-on-LAN support to power on sleeping devices remotely
  • Radmin integration for users of Famatech's remote-control product
  • Export scan results and favorite frequently accessed devices

System requirements

Operating system
Windows 11 and Windows 10 (64-bit and 32-bit builds available)
Network
Best results scanning devices on the same local subnet

How to install Advanced IP Scanner

  1. 1. Download the installer

    Go to advanced-ip-scanner.com and download the free installer directly from the developer.

  2. 2. Run setup

    Follow the installer prompts, reviewing each screen for optional add-ons before continuing.

  3. 3. Set your scan range

    Enter your local subnet's IP range (often pre-filled based on your current network) in the scan bar.

  4. 4. Run the scan

    Click Scan and review the resulting device list, including names, IPs, and MAC addresses.

How to use it

  1. 1. Identify unknown devices

    Check the MAC vendor prefix shown for each result to help identify unfamiliar devices on your home or office network.

  2. 2. Connect via RDP

    Double-click a discovered Windows machine (or use the RDP shortcut) to open a Remote Desktop session directly from the scan results.

  3. 3. Wake a sleeping PC

    Right-click a known device and choose Wake-On-LAN to power it on remotely, provided the device's network adapter supports and is configured for WoL.

  4. 4. Bookmark frequent devices

    Mark commonly accessed machines as favorites so you don't need to rescan the whole network each time.

Safety and privacy

  • Download only from advanced-ip-scanner.com, the developer's official site.
  • This is closed-source, proprietary freeware, so we have not independently reviewed its source code; we link only to the developer's own installer.
Bundled software
The official installer we link to focuses on Advanced IP Scanner itself; check installer screens carefully for any optional Famatech product offers (such as Radmin) before proceeding, and decline anything you don't want.
Privacy
The scanner operates locally against your network; review the developer's privacy policy for specifics on any telemetry the free application collects.

Known risks

  • Only scan networks and devices you own or are authorized to manage — running it against networks outside your control can violate acceptable-use policies or, depending on jurisdiction and intent, computer-misuse laws.
  • Wake-on-LAN and RDP shortcuts are convenient but mean the tool has meaningful reach into other machines on your network; keep it installed only on trusted admin machines.

What's new

    Pros and cons

    Pros

    • Free with a clean, modern interface
    • Handy RDP, shared-folder, and Wake-on-LAN shortcuts beyond basic scanning
    • Simple enough for non-technical small-office use
    • Fast scans on typical home/office LAN sizes

    Cons

    • Closed source and Windows-only
    • Developed by a company that also sells Radmin remote-access software, so installer screens are worth reading carefully
    • Less depth than Nmap for anyone needing service or vulnerability detail
    • Best suited to local subnets rather than large routed networks

    Verdict

    Advanced IP Scanner is a convenient, free option for small-office and home network management, especially thanks to its RDP and Wake-on-LAN shortcuts. Users who want an open-source tool or deeper scanning capability should consider Angry IP Scanner or Nmap instead.

    Frequently asked questions

    Is Advanced IP Scanner free?

    Yes, it's distributed as free software by Famatech.

    Is Advanced IP Scanner open source?

    No, it's closed-source proprietary freeware, unlike Angry IP Scanner or Nmap.

    Does it work on Windows 11?

    Yes, it supports Windows 11 and Windows 10.

    Do I need Radmin to use it?

    No. Advanced IP Scanner works standalone; Radmin integration is available for users of Famatech's separate paid remote-access product but isn't required.