IT Services - Find the IP address of your Device (2024)

FAQs

How do you find the IP address of your device? ›

Right click the windows button in the lower left of your screen. Select command prompt from the list. A black and white window will open where you will type ipconfig /all and press enter. There is a space between the command ipconfig and the switch of /all.

In some cases, an IP address indicates the country, state, city, or zip code where a device is located. It also tells others the identity of your ISP. However, even with that information, your IP address doesn't reveal enough to pinpoint your location, your personal information, or put you in any danger.

As the router only assigns a dynamic address, the most common way is to restart it. All routers come built in with a DHCP server, and they assign dynamic IP addresses to all connected devices. So when we restart them, they'll assign fresh IP addresses to all devices, and the IP address conflict issue may get resolved.

What Causes “Wifi Doesn't Have a Valid IP Configuration” Error? This error is reported when the IP Address Configuration on the Router does not match the IP reported by your Wifi Network Adapter. It can occur after updating Windows or when network changes have occurred that haven't been pushed to the Network Adapter.

Causes of a "Failed to Obtain IP Address" Android Error

This error usually appears when you're attempting to connect to any Wi-Fi network, even if it's your home network. What it means is that the router that manages the network can't get an IP address for your Android device.

What to do if my IP address is blocked on Wi-Fi? ›

Use a VPN. As a temporary measure, you can use a VPN client to access the server from a different IP address. This option can help bypass the current IP blocked scenario and allow you to verify your login credentials or make necessary changes.

The easiest way to change IP manually is simply to reset your router. Note that this method will simply issue a new dynamic IP address (constantly changing) rather than a static one. You can also choose to refresh your IP address. Here are the ways to do so on the popular operating services.

Go to Start, Settings, and Network & Internet. Select Properties under your local area connection. Click Edit under IP assignment. Select Manual, toggle on the IPv4, and type in your new IP address.

Click Start > Settings > Network & Internet. Under your local area connection, click Properties. Under IP assignment, click Edit. Choose Manual, toggle on IPv4, and enter the IP address.

A public IP address is the primary address associated with your whole network. While each connected device has its own IP address, they are also included within the main IP address for your network. As described above, your public IP address is provided to your router by your ISP.

On the Home screen, tap the Menu button and go to Settings. Tap Wireless Controls. Tap WiFi settings and tap on the network you are currently connected to. A dialog will pop up with network status, speed, signal strength, security type and IP address.

Computers, mobile phones, and any internet-connected device, such as smart speakers, printers, connected TVs, and home alarm systems, all have an individual IP address for identification.