How Can I Find My IP Address on Windows Operating System?
If you are using Windows operating system, you can find your IP address on your computer by using command prompt or without using it.
We will show you on 3 operating systems: Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7.
Option 1: Using Command Prompt
When using command prompt, Widows XP, Vista and 7, have the same steps to find the IP address on your computer.
1) Click on Start menu and select All Programs.
2) Click on Accessories and select Command Prompt.
3) At Command Prompt, type:
ipconfig
And press “ENTER” button on your keyboard, and you will see the report of your IP address and other information.
Note: IP Address (or IPv4 Address for Windows 7 or Vista) is a series of number following the pattern xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx (e.g. 192.168.0.185).
Option 2: Without Using Command Prompt
For Windows 7:
1) Click on Start menu and select Control Panel.
2) Click on Network and Sharing Center and select Local Area Network.
3) Click on Detail.
Your IP address will appear after IPv4 Address (i.e., 192.168.0.185).
For Windows Vista:
1) Click on Start menu, right-click on Network and select on Properties.
2) Click on View Status.
3) Click on Detail.
You will see your IP address after IPv4 Address.
For Windows XP:
1) Click on Start menu, right-click on My Network Places and select Properties.
2) Double-click on Local Area Network.
3) Click on Support tab and click on Details.
You will your IP Address (i.e., 192.168.0.194).