How to create static IP address

Most users will not need to set a static IP, however it is necessary if you need your computer to retain the same IP address each time you boot up. For more information on static vs. automatic (dynamic) IP addressing see the Google support answer Static vs. dynamic IP addressing.

To set a static IP on your Windows computer:

1. Click Start Menu > Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center. (For Windows 8 and higher, search for and open Control Panel and select Network And Internet).


2. Click Change adapter settings.
   
   


3. Right-click on Local Area Connection and click on Properties.
   
   


4. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and click on Properties.
   
   


5. Select "Use the following IP address" and enter the IP address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway. and DNS server. Click OK and close the Local Area Connection properties window.