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ipconfig command syntax
The ipconfig command uses the following syntax:
ipconfig /[ ]
The following flags are available for the ipconfig command.

Table 4: ipconfig command extensions

To run the ipconfig command from Windows
1Click Start > Programs > Accessories > Command Prompt.
Result: The Command Prompt dialog box appears.
2Type ipconfig <parameters>.
Example: ipconfig /all
3Press Enter.
Result: The system runs the ipconfig utility.
4Type Exit to exit the Command Prompt dialog box and return to
Windows.
Flag Description
/? Displays Help information.
/all Displays full configuration information.
/release Releases the IP address for the specified adapter.
/renew Renews the IP address for the specified adapter.