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Mac OS X (10.5+) - Finding the IP address and MAC address
This document describes the process of finding both the IP address and MAC address of your Mac OS computer.
IP Address
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Open the Apple Menu in the top left. Select System Preferences.
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Click the Network icon.
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In the Network menu, click the Advanced button located in the bottom right corner.
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Click the TCP/IP option in the top bar.
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Here, you will find the computer's IP address under IPv4 Address. Additionally, your router's IP can be found under Router.
MAC Address
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Open the Apple Menu in the top left. Select System Preferences.
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Click the Network icon.
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In the Network menu, click the Advanced button located in the bottom right corner.
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Click the Hardware option in the top bar.
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Here, you will find the computer's IP address under MAC Address.
