computer Networks/Ipconfig/All

ipconfig /all displays all configuration information for each adapter bound to TCP/IP. This activity will show you how to use ipconfig /all.

Preparation

To prepare for this activity:

1. Start Windows.
2. Log in if necessary.

Activity 1 - Display All IP Configuration Information

To display all configuration information for each adapter bound to TCP/IP:

1. Open a command prompt.
2. Type ipconfig /all.
   Note: While the space between ipconfig and /all isn't required, it's a good idea to get into the habit of including a space between a command and any specified options for other commands that do require the space.
3. Press Enter.
4. Observe available adapters and their detailed IP settings.
5. Close the command prompt to complete this activity.

Readings

• Wikipedia: ipconfig
• Wikipedia: Internet Protocol

References

• Microsoft TechNet: Ipconfig