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AFAIK, Windows 7 does not directly support WiFi Direct. You need a 3rd party software like Intel My WiFi Dashboard for that functionality:
How do I enable WiFi Direct on Windows 7?
Windows 7
- Go to the Start Menu and select Control Panel.
- Click the Network and Internet category and then select Networking and Sharing Center.
- From the options on the left-hand side, select Change adapter settings.
- Right-click on the icon for Wireless Connection and click enable.
Does my PC support WiFi Direct?
Check if your device is Wi-Fi Direct compatible
This is super easy. Fire up the Command Prompt in Administrator mode, then type ipconfig /all and hit the Enter key. Look for Microsoft Wi-Fi Direct Virtual Adapter to confirm the support for Wi-Fi Direct.