Instructions in this article apply to Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8, and Windows 7.
Almost all internet devices are preconfigured at the factory to operate on a default IP address.
Most people don’t change that default IP address when they roll out the rig.
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If the IP address was changed or your equipment isn’t listed, follow the instructions below.
The router’s IP address in this context is its private, notpublic IP address.
In modern versions of Windows, search forcmdfrom the Start screen or Start menu.
Use the Run dialog box (WIN+R) in any version of Windows.
TheCommand Promptfunctions similarly between Windows operating systems, so these instructions should apply equally to any version of Windows.
At the prompt, execute thetracert commandastracert 192.168.1.1, then pressEnter.
The command shows everyhopalong the way to your router.
Match the IP addresses with the hardware in your web link.
The tracert command returns hops in the order found.
You now know the IP addresses of your web connection hardware.
