How find the IP Address of your router to configure it?

You will need to access your router to configure its settings when you are setting up a home network. Every different brand of modem has a different Ip Address which can be found usually by searching the internet. For example I have a D-link router so I would type the model in google to find the ip address. I would type DI-524 factory Ip Address to find the answer.

Here is a list of some common router brands with their IP Address and password.

Router	Address	Username	Password
3Com	http://192.168.1.1	admin	admin
D-Link	http://192.168.0.1	admin
Linksys	http://192.168.1.1	admin	admin
Microsoft Broadband	http://192.168.2.1	admin	admin
Netgear	http://192.168.0.1	admin	password

To configure your router, when you first set ip up, you need to connect to the modem and a computer in order to access it. If you have anything connected to the modem, un plug it to start from scratch. Just leave the modem connected to the internet.

To access your router

Connect your wireless router to your modem using an Ethernet cable
Plug it into the port labeled Internet, WAN, or WLAN on the back of your router.
Using the network cable that came with your wireless router, you should temporarily connect your computer to one of the open network ports on your wireless router (any port that isn't labeled Internet, WAN, or WLAN).
Turn Everything on. So the modem is connected to the router, and the computer is connected to it as well. The computer and modem are not connected.
Open Internet Explorer and type in the IP address to configure your router. http://192. etc
Your router page should come up for you to change settings.

With most routers there is an automatic wizard which will setup everything easily for you. After you have completed these steps you can also change other settings like the one to do with your home network security. It is important to have security measures in place especially when using a wireless connection.

Once you have finished setting up your router, you need to unplug the computer from the router. Now you are ready to setup your network. Here's how to setup a wireless home network.

Notes:

You can also type the Ip Address of your router into the run command window. Start menu>Run
It is probably best not to change your Ip Address of your router, as it is handy to be able to find it when ever you need. If you forget the IP address you will not be able to access it.
A manual usually comes with your router. This will help with the setup.
More details available in this pdf. http://www.west.net.au/support/wireless/guide/wireless_setup_guide.pdf
In windows vista go to the Network and Sharing Center; first click View full map at top right, then right-click your router or wireless access device and select Go to Device Home Page.

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