Configuring a computer to obtain an IP address automatically will enable it to get an IP address from a DHCP server. Instead of manually entering the IP settings which will consume much time, performing this procedure will ensure that the computer will get the correct TCP/IP settings automatically.
NOTE: Make sure that the computer is connected to a network with a DHCP server.
Step 1:
Click the Wireless
icon at the bottom-right of the screen, and click on Open Network and Sharing Center.
Click the Wireless
icon at the bottom-right of the screen, and click on Open Network and Sharing Center.
Step 2:
In the left pane under Control Panel Home, select Change adapter settings.
Step 3:
Right-click Local Area Connection and select Properties.
Step 4:
On the Local Area Connection Properties window, select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4), then click Properties.
Step 5:
Make sure that the radio buttons for the Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically options are selected. Click OK to save.
Step 6:
Click Close.
Your computer is now configured to obtain an IP address automatically.
NOTE: IPv4 addresses are to be replaced by the new IPv6 addresses. Activate IPv6 connectivity on your network by asking your Internet Service Provider (ISP) to provide IPv6.
