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01-10-2006, 11:17 PM
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how do i change my IP address?
I am currently on a cable modem and wish to change my IP address, i believe its called a static IP. I called my ISP and he said it's possible if you buy a network card, it'll change your IP, can anyone help answer if that's true?
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01-11-2006, 02:49 AM
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If you get a router I know you can change your IP address, you can have it assigned about 100 different ones, like my WAN was the same, 72.128.18.XXX, but the LAN would be different. 192.18.1.100. The last three could be 101, 102, anything up to 199 I think. It depends on the brand you buy, and what it's capable of.
Another way is to buy a Network Hub, or Switch. This will give you more address, if your current provider allows you to have more than one for your house. If you want to keep your IP different you could just change the port you use on the switch once a week or so. I don't know if simply adding a NIC will give you a different address. Even if it does, it will only give you one more, you would be better off spending a little extra on a hub or a router.
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01-11-2006, 09:28 AM
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Marke522 I think pheng means changing his WAN IP (or that issued by his ISP). What you're talking about is a local private IP and in your case it can range from 192.168.0.0 - 192.168.255.255 .. there are other private IP ranges as well that is commonly used by routers. You are receiving a new IP from your router because you have turned on DHCP.
pheng: In answer to your question, it depends on the ISPs setup. Most will issue a new static IP if your current one is getting abused; however some may not be too keen on manually providing you a new one. However, if you did buy a new NIC it is possible that the IP address will change. Your ISP must be issuing your IP address based on the MAC of your current network card. When it comes up with a new MAC address, it might try to provide you with a new one. If you are using a static IP, I would suggest buying a router (if you dont already have one) .. in essence, it would be the same as buying a new NIC in that you will be providing them a new MAC. |
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