How to view router IP address in Windows 10

This is how you can find and view your router IP address in Windows 10. One of the common reasons to have the router IP address is you need it to access the web-based utility page. This is where you can access the router settings page.

On Windows computers, the router IP address is called Default Gateway. You can find them in Wifi Status when your computer is connected to the router, or you can use command prompt. Let’s dive in.

Important: Connect your computer to the router by wire or wireless. It is not necessary to have an internet connection. As long as your computer is connected to the router is enough.

See also how to view router MAC address in Windows 10.

How to view router IP address in Windows 10

The following are two methods to find and view the router’s IP address.

Method 1: Find router IP address from the Wifi status

1. Click Start button.
2. Select Settings.
3. Select Network & Internet.
4. Select Status.
5. Select Network and Sharing Center.
6. Click on the name of current active connection.
7. In Wifi Status window, click Details.
8. Look for IPv4 Default Gateway and your router IP address is on it’s right.

Method 2: Find router IP address from command prompt

1. Press Windows key.
2. Type CMD and press Enter key.
3. In the command prompt, enter ipconfig and press Enter key.
4. Look for Default Gateway, your IP address is on it’s right.

Done! Now you have the router IP address.

You can use the router IP address to access the web-based utility page. To do this, you must include http:// followed by the router IP address. For example http://192.168.0.1.

There are many ways to view the router’s IP address and this is just one of them. If you think there is an easier method, just let me know in the comment below.