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IPConfig /Renew Not Working? Try This!
Run the network troubleshooter or reset TCP/IP
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Updated onOctober 22, 2024
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Several users told us that the ipconfig /renew is not working for them. If they open a newCommand Promptand type ipconfig, they get the same old IP number.
If you are also facing a similar issue, this guide is for you.
What can I do if ipconfig /renew is not working?
1. Use troubleshooting tools
1.2 Use internet troubleshooter
Windows OS comes with a built-in troubleshooting tool that helps you diagnose and fix problems associated with the network.
Some users facing the ipconfig /renew not working issue reported that running the network troubleshooter helped them resolve the issue.
2. Reset TCP/IP
Winsock settings if corrupted can often cause issues and could also result in the ipconfig /renew command not working problem.
You can try resetting the Winsock network infrastructure and check if this resolves the problem at your end or not.
3. Reinstall the network adapter
This is one way of reinstalling the network drivers for your network adapter as some file corruption can lead to the ipconfig/renew not working issue.
An alternate way of updating your drivers is using a third-party program calledOutbyte Driver Updater. Using Outbyte Driver Updater, you can update all of the drivers with just a few clicks at once, create driver backup, and more.
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4. Perform a system restore
If nothing works, then it is best to restore your PC back to a state where everything was working normally. For such scenarios, you can make use of the system restore.
The ipconfig /renew command, when you execute this command in the Command Prompt, you are basically ordering your DHCP client to regenerate, renew, or renegotiate anew IP address from the DHCP serveron your router.
Following the steps above you should be able to fix it when it’s not working. We also have a guide that will allow you to resolve thePC won’t acquire IP addresses issue. If your PC isfacing issues contacting the DHCP client, then you can check out our article.
Let us know in the comments below, which one of the above solutions helped you resolve the problem at your end.
More about the topics:Fix network issues,Network
Sagar Naresh
Sagar is a web developer and technology journalist. Currently associated with WindowsReport and SamMobile. When not writing, he is either at the gym sweating it out or playing country music on his guitar.
He is an avid traveler and has been to 15 countries, going to more places soon. TRAVEL and WORK is his mantra for a peaceful life.
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