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Thursday 21 March 2013

How to Change IP Address in window xp,7,8 or vista


Windows XP


Back to first method for more details regarding answer on question how to change ip address. To change computer IP address (WIndows XP):
  • Go to "Start", "Run"
  • type "cmd"
  • In black window open type "ipconfig /release"
  • type "ipconfig /renew"
Alternative method 
  • "Start"
  • "Settings"
  • "Network Connections"
  • Into Networks Connection window and you will see your internet connection (something like Local Area Connection )
  • Select it and with right mouse chose "Disable". Wait a few moments until process has been finished
  • then again select your internet connection with right mouse and click on "Enable"

Windows Vista

Below is method to change IP address in Windows Vista:
  • "Start"
  • Right click on "Networks" and then "Properties"
  • "Network and Sharing Centre"
  • Into "Network and Sharing Centre" right click on your network card
  • Select "Diagnose" and then into "Windows Network Diagnostics" window select "Reset the network adapter"
  • Finally give Vista permission to continue

Windows 7 and Windows 8

To change IP address in Windows 7 and Win 8 please follow these steps:
  • "Start" - "All Programs", "Accessories" and right click on "Command Prompt" and then chose "Run as Administrator"
  • or
  • "Start" and then type in "Search" field "cmd"
  • Right click on "cmd.exe" and then chose "Run as Administrator"
  • Type "ipconfig /release"
  • type "ipconfig /renew"

 Alternative method 

  • "Start" and then go to "Control Panel"
  • Left click on "Network and Internet" and then choose "Network and Sharing Center"
  • On the left side choose "Change adapter settings"
  • Right click on your network card and from the drop-down choose "Properties"
  • Under the "Networking" tab
  • Choose "Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)" or "Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6)" and then click on "Properties"
  • In next window you have option between "Obtain an IP Address Automatically" and "Use the following IP Address"
  • You need almost always to select "Obtain an IP Address Automatically" to change IP address automatically
  • Finally click on "OK" and your IP address should be changed

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