January 2007
ipconfig command syntax
The ipconfig command uses the following syntax:
ipconfig /[ ]
The following flags are available for the ipconfig command.
Table 2: ipconfig command extensions
Flag
/?
/all
/release
/renew
To run the ipconfig command from Windows
1
Click Start
Result: The Command Prompt window appears.
2
At the Command prompt, type ipconfig <parameters>.
Example: ipconfig /all
3
Press Enter.
Result: The system runs the ipconfig utility.
4
Type Exit to exit the Command Prompt window and return to
Windows.
1002rp Server Maintenance and Diagnostics
Description
Displays Help information.
Displays full configuration information.
Releases the IP address for the specified adapter.
Renews the IP address for the specified adapter.
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