A static residential IP is a static IP address assigned to a residential user. Unlike a dynamic IP address, once a static residential IP is assigned to a user, it will remain unchanged unless the ISP (Internet Service Provider) manually changes it. So, how to use and set a static residential IP? Let's do a comprehensive analysis below.

Advantages of Static Residential IP

Static residential IP has many advantages. First, since the IP address does not change, users can easily access remotely, such as remote desktop, VPN, etc. Secondly, static residential IP is more stable and will not cause connection interruption due to changes in IP address. In addition, static residential IP is also more suitable for running applications that require fixed IP addresses, such as web servers, mail servers, etc.

How to set up a static residential IP?

The steps to set up a static residential IP will vary depending on your network environment and devices, but in general, you can follow these steps:

1. Contact your ISP: First, you need to contact your ISP and apply for a static residential IP. Static residential IPs usually require additional fees.

2. Configure your network device: You will then need to configure a static residential IP on your network device (such as a router or computer). This usually involves entering your static IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, and DNS servers into the device's network settings.

The process of configuring a static residential IP may vary depending on the network equipment and operating system, but the general steps are similar. Here is a general step-by-step guide:

Configure a static IP on your router:

Log in to your router's admin interface. You can find the login address in your router's manual or on a label on the bottom of the router, usually an IP address like 192.168.1.1. Enter this address into your browser and log in with the corresponding username and password.

Find the Network Settings or WAN Settings option in the management interface.

On this settings page, you should find an option for obtaining an IP address. Change this option from Dynamic (DHCP) to Static.

Enter your static IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, and DNS servers in the appropriate fields. This information should be provided by your ISP.

Save the settings and restart the router.

Configure a static IP on your computer:

Taking Windows system as an example, you can configure a static IP by following the steps below:

Open Control Panel and select Network and Sharing Center.

Select "Change adapter settings" in the menu on the left.

Right-click your network connection (such as your Ethernet or Wireless network connection) and select "Properties."

In the Properties window, find and double-click Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4).

In the new window, select "Use the following IP address" and then enter your static IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway in the corresponding fields. Under "Use the following DNS server addresses," enter your DNS server addresses.

Click "OK" to save your settings.

3. Test the connection: After the configuration is complete, you should test your connection to make sure everything is working properly. You can simply visit a website and check the results, or use some online IP checker tools to confirm that your IP has been set correctly.

Once you have your static residential IP set up, you can start using it for remote access, running applications that require a fixed IP address, or any other network activity that requires a static IP address.