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How to Find a Device's IP Address on Your Network

Use Windows to see local devices and IP addresses your computer has recently communicated with.

Quick Answer

Open Command Prompt and run arp -a to view the local ARP table.

Step by Step

  1. Open Command Prompt.
  2. Type arp -a and press Enter.
  3. Look under the interface for your local network.
  4. Compare Internet Address entries with the devices on your network.
  5. Use your router's connected-device list when you need a more complete inventory.

If That Doesn't Work

  • The ARP table does not necessarily show every device on the network.
  • Device names and MAC addresses shown by your router can help identify unknown entries.

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