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.  
  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. 
    Command Prompt Run as administrator
  3. Type “netsh int ip reset” and then hit Enter on your keyboard.
    Command Prompt netsh int ip reset
  4. Once the reset is complete, 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. 
    Mac Network connections
  4. Select the TCP/IP tab and then hit Renew DHCP Lease. 
    TCP/IP settings
  5. Click OK to finish.

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