Title: Setting-Up a Wired Computer to Obtain an IP Address Automatically
Article ID: 4033
Configuring a wired computer to get an IP address
automatically will enable it to get an IP address from a DHCP server.
Instead of manually entering the IP settings which will consume much
time, performing this procedure will ensure that the computer will get
the correct TCP/IP settings.
Configuring a computer to get an IP address automatically is useful when:
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Connecting a computer to a network with a DHCP server.
Ensuring that the computer is getting the correct TCP/IP settings.
To configure a computer to automatically get an IP address, you have to check the
TCP/IP properties of the Ethernet Adapter installed on the computer. Follow the steps below for instructions.
NOTE: Make sure the wired computer is properly connected to a network with a DHCP server.
Checking if the Computer is Set to DHCP
NOTE: The instructions provided below only apply to
Windows 98, ME, XP and Mac operating systems. If you are using Windows
Vista, click
here for instructions. For Windows 7 users, click
here for instructions.
Windows 2000/XP
Windows 98/ME
Mac OS
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