Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows (Client & Server Editions)

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Issue

how to set a static IP address to a Windows Client to ensure consistent network communication, especially for services like file sharing, port forwarding, or hosting.

Product Line

EcoStruxture Building Operation

Environment

Windows 10

Windows 11

Windows Server 2016, 2019, 2022

Cause

Why use a static IP?

• Prevent IP address changes that disrupt services
• Enable reliable access to networked devices
• Support port forwarding and firewall rules
• Simplify network management in server environments

Resolution

1. For Windows 10 & Windows 11

   Method 1: Using Settings App

   1. Open Settings → Network & Internet
   2. Select Wi-Fi or Ethernet, then click your active connection
   3. Scroll to IP assignment → Click Edit
   4. Change to Manual, enable IPv4
   5. Enter:
      • IP address (e.g., 192.168.1.100)
      • Subnet mask (255.255.255.0)
      • Default gateway (e.g., 192.168.1.1)
      • DNS servers (e.g., 8.8.8.8, 8.8.4.4)
   6. Click Save
      
      

   Method 2: Using Control Panel

   1. Open Control Panel → Network and Sharing Center
   2. Click Change adapter settings
   3. Right-click your active adapter → Properties
   4. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) → Properties
   5. Choose Use the following IP address and enter the details
   6. Click OK to apply
      
      

2. For Windows Server 2016, 2019, 2022

   Method 1: Using Control Panel

   1. Open Control Panel → Network and Sharing Center
   2. Click Change adapter settings
   3. Right-click the network adapter → Properties
   4. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) → Properties
   5. Choose Use the following IP address and enter:
      • Static IP (e.g., 10.1.4.120)
      • Subnet mask (255.255.255.0)
      • Default gateway (e.g., 10.1.4.1)
      • DNS servers (e.g., 10.1.4.1, 8.8.8.8)
   6. Click OK

       Method 2: Using Powershell

Get-NetAdapter
New-NetIPAddress -InterfaceIndex <Index> -IPAddress <IP> -PrefixLength 24 -DefaultGateway <Gateway>
Set-DnsClientServerAddress -InterfaceIndex <Index> -ServerAddresses <DNS1>,<DNS2>

Replace <Index>, <IP>, <Gateway>, <DNS1>, and <DNS2> with your actual values.