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3. Give your computer a static IP address
For the duration of the configuration, your computer needs to have a specific IP address. Here's how to
change your computer's wired network adapter from automatic (DHCP) to fixed (static):
a. Windows XP
Open Windows Start menu.
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2. Open Control Panel.
• Classic view: Open Network Connections
• Category view: Select Network and Internet Connections, and then Network Connections.
3. Double-click on your active LAN or Internet connection.
4. Click Properties. This opens the Local Area Connections Properties window. Proceed to 3c.
b. Windows 7
1. Open Windows Start menu. Type "network and sharing" into the Search box in the Start Menu
and select Network and Sharing Center when it comes up.
When the Network and Sharing Center opens, click on Change adapter settings.
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3. If you have a wireless internet connection active, right-click on the icon and temporarily disable this
connection for best results.
4. Right-click on your active LAN or Internet connection and select Properties. This opens the Local
Area Connections Properties window.
c. Windows 8
1. Invoke the charms bar and click Search. Type "network and sharing" into the Search box and select
Network and Sharing Center when it comes up.
When the Network and Sharing Center opens, click on Change adapter settings.
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3. If you have a wireless internet connection active, right-click on the icon and temporarily disable this
connection for best results.
4. Double-click on your active LAN or Internet connection then select Properties. This opens the
Local Area Connections Properties window.
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