How Can You Change the IP Address of Your Wi-Fi Router Using a Computer?

If you want to change your Wi-Fi router IP address using your computer, you’re in the right place! Changing the IP address can help you solve network problems, improve security, or set up a new network configuration. In this guide, you’ll learn how to do it easily and safely in just a few steps.

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1. Understand Which IP You Want to Change

First, it’s important to know:

• Public IP Address: The one your internet provider gives you.

• Private IP Address: The local address your router uses inside your home network (like 192.168.1.1).

👉 Learn more about Public vs. Private IP Addresses.

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2. Connect to Your Router

Make sure your computer is connected to the router via Wi-Fi or an Ethernet cable. Then:

• Open a web browser (like Chrome, Firefox, or Edge).

• Type your router’s IP address into the address bar. Usually, it’s something like:

  • 192.168.1.1

  • 192.168.0.1

  • 10.0.0.1

• Press Enter.

If you don’t know your router’s IP:

• On 视窗, open Command Prompt and type ipconfig, then look for “Default Gateway” (how to use ipconfig).

• On Mac, open Terminal and type netstat -nr | grep default (macOS network troubleshooting).

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3. Log into Your Router

You’ll be asked for a username and password.

• Common defaults are:

  • Username: admin

  • Password: admin 或 password

(If you changed the password and forgot it, you may need to reset your router.)

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4. Find the Network Settings

Once you’re inside the router’s dashboard:

• Look for Network Settings, LAN Settings, or Basic Setup.

• You should find a section showing the router’s IP Address.

Every router menu is a little different. For help with specific brands:

• Netgear router manuals

• TP-Link support page

• Linksys router guides

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5. Change the Router’s IP Address

• Type the new IP address you want (for example, change from 192.168.1.1 to 192.168.2.1).

• Save the settings.

⚡ Important: After saving, your router will reboot, and you might get disconnected for a few seconds or minutes.

You will now have to reconnect using the new IP address.

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6. (Optional) How to Change Your Public IP Address

If you also want a new public IP:

• Restart your modem: Unplug it for 5–10 minutes. Sometimes, your Internet Service Provider (ISP) will assign a new IP when it reconnects.

• Contact your ISP: Some providers can manually change your IP. Here’s a guide to how to change your IP address.

• Use a VPN: A VPN（虚拟专用网络） can mask your real IP address quickly without needing to modify your router.

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Final Tips:

• Always write down the original settings before making changes.

• Be careful: setting the wrong IP or conflicting addresses might break your network temporarily.

• If you lose access, reset your router using the small “Reset” button (usually you press it with a pin for 10 seconds).

 

 

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