Overview
This article provides information on how to find your IP address on a Windows machine.
Instructions
NOTE: A number similar to 128.211.x.x or 128.210.x.x should be displayed if you are directly plugged into the port and are not behind a router.
Using the Command Prompt
- Log into computer.
- Click the 'Start' button then select 'Run'. (In Windows version 7 the search field in the bottom of the START menu can also be used.)
- In the window that appears type: 'cmd'.
- Click the 'OK' button or press the 'Enter' key.
- A black window will appear with text similar to 'C:\Documents and settings...'
- In this black window type: 'ipconfig'.
- Press the 'Enter' key.
- Find the entry labeled 'Ethernet adapter Local Area Connection:'.
- Within this group, locate the address next to 'IPv4...'.
Using Network Connections
- Log into the computer.
- Click the 'Start' button and select 'Control Panel'.
- When the Control Panel opens, select 'Network and Internet'. (If you do not see this, look for 'Network Connections'.)
- Once in Network and Internet, double-click on 'Network and Sharing Center'.
- Locate the 'Local Area Connection' link and select it.
- A new window will appear, select the Details...button.
- Your current IP address will be listed next to IPv4 Address.
Troubleshooting
- If you receive an error when typing in 'cmd' under Step 2 or 3, please ensure 'cmd' is spelled correctly.
- If you receive an error when typing in 'ipconfig' under Step 6, please ensure 'ipconfig' is spelled correctly.
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