Set IP Address Automatically

You can specify the method by which the device obtains its network settings. If you are not familiar with the specific protocols, we recommend you accept the default options.

To set the IP address if the device automatically:

  1. From the device list, select the device,

  2. On the toolbar, click Assign IP . The Assign IP Address window displays.

Note: The Device Identification window prompts for the device's hardware address if a device was not selected in the previous step. Enter the hardware address from the product label and click Next.

  1. Select Obtain an IP address automatically. Click Next. The IP Discovery Settings page displays.

  2. Select the network protocol for searching and obtaining the IP address and click Next. The Assignment page displays.

Note:  Not all device models support all methods, so some options may be disabled for your particular device.

  1. Click the Assign button to assign the IP address to the device. A message indicates when the assignment is complete.

  2. To exit, click the Finish button. If the device has been configured to require a username and password to set the IP address, the Password Required page displays.

 

See also

Set IP Address Manually

Enter a Password (if applicable)

TCP/IP Tutorial Overview