Resetting TCP/IP to Default

A TCP/IP reset can fix some browsing issues, particularly if your modem's default gateway address is starting with “169.254”.

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TCP/IP Reset in Windows

  1. Hit Search and type "cmd" into the search bar. 

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  2. Right-click on the Command Prompt app and select Run as administrator.
    You may need to enter an administrator password before you can continue. 

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  3. Type “netsh int ip reset” and then hit Enter on your keyboard.

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  4. Restart your computer to finish.

 

TCP/IP Reset in macOS

  1. Hit the Apple icon in the top right-hand corner and select System Preferences.

  2. Select Network.

  3. Select your connected network (Ethernet or Wi-Fi) and then hit Advanced. 

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  4. Select the TCP/IP tab and then hit Renew DHCP Lease. 

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  5. Click OK to finish.

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