FAQ: How to determine the IP Address
Problem: What are some ways of determine the IP Address of my computer?
Answer: There is no standard way to determine the iP address of a computer that works for all operating systems and versions. However, you can usually view all information about your TCP/IP configuration by running some sort of configuration program. Here are some of the most common ways for the most common operating systems.
Windows 2000 through Windows 7
- Go to Start\Programs\Command Prompt. This will bring you to the old MS-DOS window.
- At the prompt, type "ipconfig". You will see your IP address and other TCP/IP configuration information.
UNIX/Linux
From a command line, enter "ifconfig". This stands for interface configuration. This works on most UNIX or Linux systems.
Other Systems
Consult your documentation, or contact your system administrator.