IPCONFIG

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alanb

I am hunching that there is a windows program like Winipcfg
to do just like MS DOS ipconfig. But the search did not find the file.
Filename pls. I am running on Windows XP. They said only 2000 has winipcfg.
 
Hi Alan

ipconfig works from a command prompt in XP - Start>Run>cmd. Try typing the following for all the available switches:

ipconfig /all

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Will Denny
MS-MVP Windows - Shell/User


| I am hunching that there is a windows program like Winipcfg
| to do just like MS DOS ipconfig. But the search did not find the file.
| Filename pls. I am running on Windows XP. They said only 2000 has winipcfg.
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| alan
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Yeah just go into command. then type ipconfig /release.
then type ipconfig /renew. You'll be good to go. Morgan
 
It already in xp, you don't need another app or have to use the command
line. Many do not know about this, but its there.
My network places, view network connection, right click your connection,
status, support tab.(also the details button on the support tab)(also if you
highlight your connection in the details area in the left hand pane).
 
I was going to install it, but I saw the instructions that I need to be at
the command prompt to run it. Does that mean I have to run CMD first?
 
alanb:
No. After installation, find the file wntipcfg.exe (on my system it is
located in C:\Program Files\Resource Kit) and create a shortcut to it. Copy
the shortcut to your desktop.
 
Not needed.
Its already in xp, you don't need another app or have to use the command
line. Many do not know about this, but its there.

My network places, view network connection, right click your connection,
status, support tab.(also the details button on the support tab)(also if you
highlight your connection in the details area in the left hand pane).
 
I did settings->network connections->local area connection-> support tab
shows in details. I think that is it!
It requires one less keystroke..three clicks in all as opposed to four
clicks including type CMD.. thanks! I am sure I and others do know about it
but did not know it is really built in winipcfg.
Nevertheless, thanks!
 
randwulf57,

I see! I will create short cut after installing it.
thanks.
randwulf57 said:
alanb:
No. After installation, find the file wntipcfg.exe (on my system it is
located in C:\Program Files\Resource Kit) and create a shortcut to it. Copy
the shortcut to your desktop.
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randwulf57

alanb said:
I was going to install it, but I saw the instructions that I need to be at
the command prompt to run it. Does that mean I have to run CMD first?
Click to expand...
http://www.microsoft.com/windows2000/techinfo/reskit/tools/existing/wntipcfg-o.asp
Click to expand...
 
ipconfig/all will show details on one pc. I have three pcs connected to hub.
Any command i.e. network?? that will detail all pcs' ips.

Nevertheless, thank you.
Hi Alan

ipconfig works from a command prompt in XP - Start>Run>cmd. Try typing the
following for all the available switches:

ipconfig /all

--

Will Denny
MS-MVP Windows - Shell/User


| I am hunching that there is a windows program like Winipcfg
| to do just like MS DOS ipconfig. But the search did not find the file.
| Filename pls. I am running on Windows XP. They said only 2000 has
winipcfg.
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|
|
| --
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| alan
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Phil (a.k.a. purplehaz):
Good tip. Not something I ever really looked into since I've always used
wntipcfg. Thanks.
 
Ya not many people know about this, I just stumbled on it one day when I
used to do cable modem tech support. Finding ip addresses was always needed.
You're welcome.
 
It already in xp, you don't need another app or have to use the command
line. Many do not know about this, but its there.
My network places, view network connection, right click your connection,
status, support tab.(also the details button on the support tab)(also if you
highlight your connection in the details area in the left hand pane).
Click to expand...
This doesn't always get the IP assigned by the ISP. I do it and get
the address assigned to the computer by my broadband router. I have
to logon to my router's configuration utility and check it's status to
get my actual IP address.

With the proliferation of broadband routers out there I think this is
a very important distinction to mention.
 
NobodyMan said:
This doesn't always get the IP assigned by the ISP. I do it and get
the address assigned to the computer by my broadband router. I have
to logon to my router's configuration utility and check it's status to
get my actual IP address.

With the proliferation of broadband routers out there I think this is
a very important distinction to mention.
Click to expand...

True, but I don't think it needs mentioning at all. If you have a router you
can only get the wan ip from the router, so what's your point? If you have a
router you should know this. If someone has a router and they don't know
that the wan ip can only be got from the routers config page, then they
either need to read the manual or don't use a router. I understand what your
saying, but the point is mute. If the person saw there ip was 192.169.xx.xx
and didn't know it comes from the router and it not their wan(isp) ip, then
they need to unplug the machine and try learning something else. As I always
say: computers are a tool, not a toy. Learn ti use it correctly or don't use
one at all.
 
True, but I don't think it needs mentioning at all. If you have a router you
can only get the wan ip from the router, so what's your point? If you have a
router you should know this. If someone has a router and they don't know
that the wan ip can only be got from the routers config page, then they
either need to read the manual or don't use a router. I understand what your
saying, but the point is mute. If the person saw there ip was 192.169.xx.xx
and didn't know it comes from the router and it not their wan(isp) ip, then
they need to unplug the machine and try learning something else. As I always
say: computers are a tool, not a toy. Learn ti use it correctly or don't use
one at all.
Click to expand...

That's a little harsh! There are tons of nubes out there, and today's
router practically works right out of the box with very little setup.
It the nube is told the get their IP address, they just ask "how" here
and are told they can get it from Network Places or using IPCONFIG.
Hell, my dad has used computers for years and doesn't know the
192.168.X.X addresses are restricted to local intranets. Nor does he
care. If I asked him how to get his IP address, he'd just look in
Help, then type ipconfig and give me the local address and not his
real ISP address.

Oh, and since points can't talk, they are all mute. Sometimes they
don't matter and are moot. :)
 
Not needed.
Its already in xp, you don't need another app or have to use the command
line. Many do not know about this, but its there.

My network places, view network connection, right click your connection,
status, support tab.(also the details button on the support tab)(also if you
highlight your connection in the details area in the left hand pane).
Click to expand...

If you have the connection icon activated and sitting in your
notification area, it only takes one click to get there.

Just click the icon and it goes right to the status window.
 
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