Set up DHCP on Your Router

DHCP is an acronym for Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. It is used to assign dynamic IP addresses to nodes connected up to an access point. Most routers are set to DHCP as default.

Steps

  1. Make sure you have administrative rights to your router.
  2. Temporarily disable any firewalls or virus-blocking software. Many people have problems editing the settings for their routers due to programs such as Zone Alarm and Norton.
  3. Open up a web browser. For the address, type in "192.168.1.1" (without the quotes). This is the default address for most routers. Other routers use 192.168.0.1. Many have the IP address written on the router itself. If they don't work try a Google search for default password + your router name. To revert a router to its default settings, stick a pin in the hole at the back.
  4. A pop-up should show up asking for a username and password. The default username should be "admin" and the default password should be "password" (or "admin"). You should change your username and password as soon as possible, or else someone else might be able to mess up the configuration of your router (you do this in the settings, where there should be a section on security). If your browser takes you straight to the configuration without asking for a username and password, that is a security issue that you should fix.
  5. For Linksys routers, the first page that you see should show a drop box that lets you choose between static IP and DHCP (choose DHCP).
  6. Save your settings and proceed.



Tips

  • Try going to the manufacturer's website to find more information about configuration settings more specific to your router

Warnings

  • Whenever you change the settings on your router, just think before you act. Write down your passwords, and just don't do anything stupid. Many passwords are case sensitive.

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