how do you change a dynamic ip address to a static ip address?

Question

i have a dynamic ip adress but i want a static one. is there anyway of changing it?

Answer 1

get in touch with your internet privider and they will change it for you for some more money each month.

Answer 2

You would need to contact your ISP to see about obtaining a static IP address. They will almost certainly charge you extra for this, since you would be reserving an IP address specifically for your own use. Also, depending on what type of server you plan on running, consider your upload speed. Most DSL connections are ADSL (asynchronous), which means your download speeds are much higher than your upload speeds. This leads to severe connection issues if your transferring large amounts of data from the server to multiple clients. If this is your intention, think about getting SDSL (synchronous), where your upload speed is the same as your download (typically marketed as Business DSL, although this can be ADSL, also); and make sure the speed is high enough to handle your intentions.

Answer 3

The link posted above will show you how to assign your computer a static INTERNAL IP address. If you want a static EXTERNAL IP address, you will first have to contact your provider, as they will have to provide you with a block of ip addresses. Internal IP addresses can only be accessed from your network, while an external ip address can be accessed from anywhere with an internet connection.

Answer 4

With great difficulty, you have 2 options, ask your ISP to do it, they may charge you, or use some Dynamic DNS software so a web name is mapped to your IP instead.

Answer 5

You need to pay an additional subscription to your ISP. This is the only way to obtain a fixed address.

Answer 6

As above

Answer 7

check here

http://www.portforward.com/networking/static-xp.htm

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