Don’t know how to find the router IP Address on Mac or Linux? An IP address (Internet Protocol) is not just any series of numbers; it is the default gateway that enables devices to communicate and exchange data across networks. In this guide, we will help you through the process without doing complex steps. Without further ado, let’s get started!
What is an IP Address
Every device on a network is identified by a specific address, which is popularly known as an IP Address. So just like any other device connected to the internet, your router has an IP Address as well. You need an IP address if you want to access your router’s admin panel for configuration.
For example, you need to change the WiFi password and SSID name to protect your network, and an IP address is being entered in the search bar of your browser and redirected to the router’s login page. From there, you can now enter your username and password and access the admin panel.
How to Find IP Address on Mac
You just need to follow these steps on how to find the router IP address on Mac. The process to find the router IP address would be the same whether your Mac is connected to the router using Ethernet or over WiFi.
Step 1: Open System Preferences by clicking on the apple’s logo on the top menu bar.
Step 2: In the System Preferences drop-down menu, choose Network option.
Step 3: Next click on Ethernet or WiFi depending on whether your Mac is connected using an Ethernet cable or Wi-FI network.
Step 4: In the current screen, you can see your router’s IP address written below Subnet Mask,
You can now take note or write down the IP address that you find there. That is how to find router IP address on Mac.
How to Find Router IP Address on Linux
Lets now discuss the steps to find your route IP address on Linux.
Step 1: Open a terminal by navigating to Applications> System Tools> Terminal.
Step 2: Once the terminal is open, type the following command: ip route | grep default. Press Enter.
Step 3: You will see your router’s IP address in the output, which will appear something like this: joe$ ip route | grep default default via 192.168.0.1 dev eth0 proto static.
Step 4: In this case, the default router’s IP address is 192.168.0.1.
How to login to Admin Panel of your Wireless Router
Once you get the IP address of your router or wireless network, the next step is to log in to the Admin panel of your router or the WiFi menu button. If you need any help with this, you can follow the steps mentioned below.
Step 1: Launch your favorite browser while being connected to the router.
Step 2: Type the router’s IP address you got by following the previous procedure. Make sure you do not use http:// before the IP address.
Step 3: Once you hit Enter, you will see a login screen for your router. You need to enter your username and password to log in. It will look something like the screenshot that we have attached below.
Note: Unless you have changed the username or password, these credentials will work for most of the routers – for username: admin & for password: admin or password or blank.
How to Reset a Router
In case you forget the login details and the default credentials don’t work, you will need to reset the router. Follow this process to reset your router:
- Step 1: Find the reset button located at the back or bottom of your router.
- Step 2: Use a pin or needle to press the reset button and hold it for 5-7 seconds.
- Step 3: The LED lights will start flashing once the router resetting process has begun.
- Step 4: Allow the router to reset and reboot.
- Step 5: Now you can log in to the Admin panel with the default credentials.
If you are using Windows, this guide on how to find routers IP Address on Windows 10 can help you.