How to set IP in Windows 11 in 2024

Here are the steps to configure an IP address for a network interface on Windows 11 in 2024,

1. **Open the Control Panel**:
   • You can do this by typing "Control Panel" in the Windows search bar and selecting it.
2. **View by Small Icons**:
   • In the Control Panel, find the “View by” option in the top-right corner and select "Small icons."
3. **Network and Sharing Center**:
   • Click on “Network and Sharing Center.”
4. **Change Adapter Settings**:
   • On the left side, click on “Change adapter settings.” This will show all available network interfaces.
5. **View Available Network Interfaces**:
   • Here, you'll see the list of network interfaces, such as **Ethernet** and **Wi-Fi**.
6. **Right-Click on the Desired Network Interface**:
   • Right-click on the network interface you want to configure (e.g., Ethernet or Wi-Fi).
7. **Select Properties**:
   • From the context menu, select “Properties.”
8. **Double-Click on Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)**:
   • In the list of items, double-click on “Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4).”
9. **Advanced Settings**:
   • In the IPv4 Properties window, click on the “Advanced” button.
10. **Add IP Address**:
    • In the Advanced TCP/IP Settings window, click on the “Add” button under IP addresses.
11. **Enter IP Address**:
    • Type in the IP address you want to assign.
12. **Enter Subnet Mask**:
    • Enter the appropriate subnet mask for your network.
13. **Enter Gateway**:
    • Optionally, add the default gateway in the "Default gateways" section if needed.
14. **Click OK**:
    • Click "OK" to save your settings and close all open windows.

This process will configure the IP address for your selected network interface on Windows 11.

Fortunately, setting up Ethernet networking is easy. There are no settings that you need to worry about.

With your PC powered off, connect one end of an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port in your computer. Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to one of the four Ethernet ports on your router. (See the illustration.)

Now just power on your computer and give it a minute or so to setup. You are done! No settings necessary on your computer.