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How to Set up a Static IP in Windows XP

Setting up a static IP is usually a simple process - here are the steps you should follow:

1. Click on the Start Button and then choose Run. The Run window should open.

1. Type cmd in the Run box and click OK. A new black window should open up with a prompt.

1. At the prompt, type ipconfig/all and click Enter. You should now see lots of information related to your IP. Some of this information you will need later - either print the screen or copy down the info for the following fields; IP address, Default Gateway, Subnet Mask and Name Servers (Name Servers are also called DNS Servers). Once all the information has been copied or printed, exit this window.

1. Click Start and then Control Panel, then select Network Connections. Once the Network Connections window opens, you should see your network connection labeled. Many networks and computers have more than one network connection. Choose the network connection that you use to connect to the internet. Once this network connection is selected, right click and choose properties.
   • Hint: If you are having difficulties finding the network connection that is used to connect to the internet, one way to make your search easier is to disable one connection at a time and then test using your browser if your internet still works. If your internet no longer works, then the network connection you disabled is the one that you use to connect to the internet.

1. In the Properties window, select the General tab and then click on Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). Once this is selected click on the Properties button.

1. On this screen, choose the following radio button: Use the Following IP Address and then you will fill in the following information regarding:
   • IP Address
   • Subnet Mask
   • Default Gateway
   • Preferred DNS Server
   • Alternate DNS Address

There will also be two radio buttons. Choose the radio Button: Use the Following DNS Server Address. There are two more fields to fill in, they are:

Once this information has been added, click OK. A static IP address has been set for Windows.