Q&A for How to Configure Your PC to a Local Area Network

A subnet mask separates where the inside of the network is and where the outside world is.

Make sure that you've entered a DNS server—if you haven't, you'll receive an error related to DNS and you won't be able to access any webpages. You can enter Google's free server with "8 8 8 8" or "8 8 4 4". If you use Comcast, enter "7 5 7 5 7 5 7 5" or "7 5 7 5 7 6 7 6".

Properly configure the IP of the printer, and connect it to your switch or router -- preferably a router (it will assign an IP that is compatible to your network). Make sure the port you are using is open.

Go to the help desk of your provider and enter your account details and they will help you recover it.

A unique string of numbers separated by full stops that identifies each computer using the Internet Protocol to communicate over a network.

Try rebooting your WiFi router and your computer. If that doesn't work, try contacting your ISP.

Try resetting the modem/router.

Try using another cable or if you are using WiFi, try placing your router in a better location.

The best way would be to set a static IP address on your router. Check the manufacturer's website for directions specific to your device. An alternative is to set a static IP through your OS. However, this can create network collisions if another PC on your network has the same IP address.

Either wireless or wired, make sure you have connected it to the network by your Ethernet cable or by wifi.. 1st. A router will automatically do configurations for you as long as it is on the network, if not, use a switch, and configure manually. settings>network and internet>ethernet>change adapter settings>choose the right network you are connected to>rightclick>properties>ipv4 settings>static ip addressing. make sure the default gateway are the same on all pcs, and the subnet mask, then save and okay.