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Static IP Address
Greetings, The connection to my printer breaks every time the router assigns a new IP address. I would like to assign a static iP address. I called technical support, but I couldn't explain what ...
Usually you wold set the IP address on the printer, ensuring it is outside the DCHP range of the router. Although you can set the DHCP range in your settings, usually choosing an IP above 150 works. Once you have that IP address set in your printer, then it will make the necessary negotiations with the router.
1-Log into router
2-Go into advanced setup
3-Under IP Address pick DHCP Reservation
4-Under select MAC Address drop down menu, look for the printer’s MAC address.
The Mac address can be found by logging into the printer’s IP and selecting network.
5-Drop down to selecting (manually enter IP address) and pick a vacant IP.
6-Then apply to save changes.
7-Look below on the DHCP Reservation list and you should see all the assigned IP’s including
the printer’s IP.
mellaby wrote:1-Log into router
2-Go into advanced setup
3-Under IP Address pick DHCP Reservation
4-Under select MAC Address drop down menu, look for the printer’s MAC address.
The Mac address can be found by logging into the printer’s IP and selecting network.
5-Drop down to selecting (manually enter IP address) and pick a vacant IP.
6-Then apply to save changes.
7-Look below on the DHCP Reservation list and you should see all the assigned IP’s including
the printer’s IP.
Only change I would suggest is:
5-Drop down to selecting (manually enter IP address) and pick a vacant IP the IP the printer currently has.
This will eliminate the need to reboot the printer or reset printer's WiFi connection.
