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192.168.1.4: IP Address for Local Networks

Home broadband routers assign this IP address to local devices

By Bradley Mitchell Bradley Mitchell Writer Massachusetts Institute of Technology University of Illinois An MIT graduate who brings years of technical experience to articles on SEO, computers, and wireless networking. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on December 25, 2020 Reviewed by Chris Selph Reviewed by Chris Selph Chris Selph is a CompTIA-certified technology and vocational IT teacher. He also serves as network & server administrator and performs computer maintenance and repair for numerous clients. lifewire's editorial guidelines Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Home Networking ISP The Wireless Connection Routers & Firewalls Network Hubs Broadband Ethernet Installing & Upgrading Wi-Fi & Wireless 192.168.1.4 is the fourth IP address in the range between 192.168.1.1 and 192.168.1.255. Home broadband routers often use this range when assigning addresses to local devices. A router can automatically assign 192.168.1.4 to any device on a local network, or an administrator can do it manually.

Automatic Assignment of 192 168 1 4

Computers and other devices that support dynamic address assignment using DHCP can obtain an IP address automatically from a router. The router decides which address to assign from the range it is set up to manage (called the DHCP pool). Lifewire For example, a router set up with a local IP address of 192.168.1.1 normally maintains all of the addresses starting with 192.168.1.2 and ending with 192.168.1.255 in its DHCP pool. The router typically assigns these pooled addresses in sequential order (although the order is not guaranteed). In this example, 192.168.1.4 is the third address in line (after 192.168.1.2 and 192.168.1.3) for allocation.

Manual Assignment of 192 168 1 4

Computers, phones, game consoles, printers, and other devices allow setting an IP address manually. The text 192.168.1.4 or the numbers 192, 168, 1, and 4 must be keyed into an IP or Wi-Fi configuration screen on the device. However, entering the IP number does not guarantee the device can use it. The local network router must also have its subnet (network mask) configured to support 192.168.1.4.

Problems with 192 168 1 4

Most networks assign private IP addresses using DHCP. Assigning 192.168.1.4 to a device manually (a process called fixed or static address assignment) is also possible but not recommended. IP address conflicts result when two devices on the same network are given the same address. Many home network routers have 192.168.1.4 in their DHCP pool by default, and they do not check whether it has been assigned to a client manually before assigning it to a client automatically. In the worst case, two devices on the network will be assigned 192.168.1.4—one manually and the other automatically—resulting in failed-connection problems for both. A device that was dynamically assigned IP address 192.168.1.4 may be reassigned a different address if it is kept disconnected from the local network for a long enough time period. The length of time, called a lease period in DHCP, varies depending on the network configuration but is often two or three days. Even after the DHCP lease expires, a device may receive the same address the next time it joins the network unless other devices have also had leases expire. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire 192.168.1.3: IP Address for Local Networks Cisco Default Password List (Updated October 2022) What Is an IP Address? What Is a Public IP Address? (and How to Find Yours) NETGEAR Default Password List (Updated October 2022) What Is DHCP? (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) Private IP Addresses: Everything You Need to Know How to Change DNS Servers in Windows What Is the 10.1.1.1 IP Address? What Is the 10.0.0.1 IP Address? When to Use a Static IP Address How to Connect Two Routers on a Home Network How to Set Up Port Forwarding 192.168.1.254 – Router and Modem Default IP Address How to Find the Default IP Address of a Belkin Router How to Change DNS Server Settings Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies