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How to change dynamic IP address to Static IP address?

Anonymous
2011-08-29T22:04:28+00:00

Original title:Wireless Printer

How do you create a static IP address....in layman terms?

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Internet and connectivity

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  1. Anonymous
    2011-08-30T22:45:55+00:00

    Are you trying to ensure that the wireless printer always uses the same address on your local network? You would need to set this within your router. As all routers are different you need to consult the manual to see if it is possible. If not, you may be able to set the lease time to 'for ever' so that devices always use the same address.

    If, on the other hand, you want the router to use a static address to access the Internet, you would need to negotiate that with your ISP. They usually charge extra for that.

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  1. Anonymous
    2011-08-30T13:32:45+00:00

    Hi,

    1.       Do you have any issues while printing from the wireless printer?

    Most routers assign dynamic IP addresses by default. They do this because dynamic IP address networks require no configuration. 

    Follow the steps provided below to change the Dynamic IP address the Static IP address.

    a)      Open the Start Menu, right-click on Network, and select Properties.

    b)      The Network and Sharing Center open, click on Manage network connections.

    c)       Right-click on the network adapter you want to assign an IP address and click Properties.

    d)      Highlight Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) then click the Properties button.

    e)      Now change the IP, Subnet mask, Default Gateway, and DNS Server Addresses. When you’re finished click OK.

    f)       You’ll need to close out of Local Area Connection Properties for the settings to go into effect.

    g)      Open the Command Prompt and type ipconfig to verify the changes were successful.

    You may also refer:

    Change TCP/IP settings

    http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows-vista/Change-TCP-IP-settings

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