Setting Up Dynamic IP Addressing (DHCP)
In most cases, your ISP will use the DHCP protocol to configure client network adapters. This is the default setting for all newly installed network adapters.
Some ISPs require you to give them the MAC address of your network adapter. This is an identification number built into the hardware that uniquely identifies your particular network adapter. To find this number, follow these steps:
1. From the desktop, right-click the network icon in the taskbar and select Open Network and Sharing Center. (Alternatively, from the Start screen, search for center and select Network and Sharing Center under Settings.)
2. Select Change Adapter Settings. Locate the icon for the network adapter that leads to your cable ...
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