In this article, you will learn how to set up a Static IP address on your computer and/or server.

Major Considerations

1. This article is intended for Windows users.

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2. Make sure you have the Static IP address information provided by your internet provider.

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Steps

1. Click on the Windows button and type "Control Panel."

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2. Open Control Panel.

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3. Click on Network, then Sharing Center.

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4. Click on Connections (located under Access Type).

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5. Click on Properties.

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6. Left-click on Internet Protocol Verion 4 (TCP/IPv4).

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7. Click on Properties.

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8. Under the General Tab, switch "Obtain an IP address automatically" to "Use the following IP address."

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9. Enter the IP address, Subnet Mast, and Default Gateway (sometimes called router) that was given to you by your internet provider.

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10. Switch the "Obtain DNS server address automatically" to "Use the following DNS server address" that was given to you by your internet provider.

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11. Click OK, then close.

After completing the steps in this article, your Static IP should be finalizing its configuration.

Wait a few minutes, then you will be ready to go!