How to fix IP Address Conflict Issue of Wi-Fi on your iPhone or Mac
Many times we face IP Address Conflict Issue on our iOS device or Mac. Usually it happens when we connect multiple devices with the same Wi-Fi network. When it causes on your iPhone or Mac, some of your device may not connect to network or the connection becomes unstable. Sometimes it shows an error that says “Another device on the network is using your computer’s IP address. Try connecting again later.” If you are getting such network errors on your device or Mac, here we will provide you some easy steps to get them resolved.
How to Fix IP Address Conflict Issue on your iOS device?
If you are facing IP Address Conflict issue on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, you may easily fix it. Follow these steps:
- On your iOS device, go to Settings app and then tap on“WLAN.”
- Tap on the “i” icon next to the Wi-Fi network you are trying to connect with.
- Now you may reset the IP address of your device by selecting “Renew Lease.”
- Once the IP address is reset, you may start accessing internet on your iOS device.
How to Fix IP Address Conflict Issue on your Mac?
If you are facing the same issue with your Mac, you may fix it by following the below given steps:
- On your Mac, go to “System Preferences” and then click on “Network.”
- Select the Wi-Fi that has the issue and then click on “Advanced.”
- Now click TCP/IP > Renew DHCP Lease to reset the IP address on your Mac.
- Once the IP address is reset, you may start accessing internet on your Mac.
This is how you may easily reset IP address on your Mac or iOS device and get rid of IP address conflict issue.
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