Releasing and renewing the IP address on a computer running the Windows operating system resets the underlying IP connection, which often resolves common IP-related issues, at least temporarily. It works in a few steps to disconnect the network connection and renew the IP address. Instructions apply to Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, and Windows 7.
How to Release and Renew IP Addresses in Windows
Under normal circumstances, a device can use the same IP address indefinitely. Networks typically reassign the correct addresses to devices when they first connect. However, technical glitches with DHCP and network hardware can lead to IP conflicts and other problems that prevent the network system from working properly.
Scenarios where releasing and then renewing an IP address may be useful include:
Here's how to release and renew the address of any computer running Windows.
