The IP address is the address which your computer gets when it is connected to a network. While working on a PC, a lot of Windows users encounter this network error window has detected an IP address conflict. In simple words, it tells you that there is another computer on the network which has the same IP address that your computer already has. Sometimes, this issue shows up even if your computer is the sole device connected to the network. Well, this is a very common issue, but the troubleshooting techniques are not that easy. Stay with this article, as in this passage, we have discussed everything about this IP address conflict issue. Also, we have provided some quick and effective solutions, following which you should be able to fix this issue by yourself. Hence, read on and find out more.

Specifications of IP Conflict:

IP conflict generates when two or more than two computers or laptops are assigned with the same IP address. An IP address is a unique address. Every computer has a unique IP address such as 192.168.3.0. Without that address, you are unable to connect your device to the network. When the IP conflict issue occurs, a message Windows has detected an ip address conflict pops up on the screen of your Windows 10 Operating System. Sometimes, this issue can be resolved automatically but not all the time.

There are generally two types of IP addresses. One is Static IP address and the other is Dynamic IP address. The static address is fixed, you never change it. However, Dynamic address is temporary. Every time you need to provide an IP address when you are trying to connect your computer with the internet, you actually provide this dynamic IP address.

Both Static, as well as the Dynamic address, may face this IP conflict issue. However, in the Static address chances are low, because of the presence of the DHCP (dynamic host configuration protocol) server. Almost every router has the inbuilt DHCP address, which is used to manage the assigned IP address. DHCP servers have pool IP addresses, that is called scope and this pool address prevents this conflict to occur.

Causes of Windows has Detected an IP Address Conflict Issue:

An IP conflict may happen for several issues but as we mentioned earlier that most of the time this happens due to the same IP address across devices. However, due to the DHCP server, this IP conflict issue is prevented. But, if more than one DHCP server is running simultaneously, then too, this IP conflict issue can occur.

An Internet Service Provider may assign multiple customers the same IP address. In case, a device is set up with multiple networks, then it is more likely to experience the IP conflict issue.

These are the most top rated causes of the IP conflict. Now, take a look at the solutions given below to overcome this issue.

Suitable Workaround to Fix Windows IP Address Conflict Issue:

Here are some methods to resolve this IP conflict Issue. Check Out:

Restart the Router

Sometimes your router can fail to assign an appropriate Internet Protocol address to the connected device. This issue may happen due to a temporary glitch which can be resolved by simply rebooting the power cycle. For doing that, at first, you have to turn off your router. After that, you need to wait for at least five minutes, and then, turn your router on again. Once you have successfully turned on your router, give another 5 to 6 minute to settle and then again connect your device.

Now, check if the error message is still there or not. If yes, then we have provided another effective solution for you, below.

Release the IP Address

If the above method is not working for you, then you should try this solution to fix the issue. For applying this method, in the beginning, you have to go to the home page of your computer and click on the Start menu. After that, go to the search field and type ‘cmd’ within that. Now, right-click on the Command Prompt, and choose ‘Run as administrator’ from the available options.

In the command prompt window, you should type the commands: ipconfig/release, ipconfig/renew comment and then hit the Enter button after each. Type Y when prompted by the User Account Control.

Wait for the operation to complete.  Now, check if the issue still persists or not. Unfortunately, if the IP conflict issue is still there, then we suggest you go to the next solution.

Remove the Static IP

Removing your static IP address can be a great choice to get rid of this IP conflict issue. To apply these steps, you need to follow the steps given below. Here they are:

• At first, you need to hold the Windows logo and the R keys together to open the Run box.
• Once the Run dialog box opens, you need to type ncpa.cpl in the search field and press the Enter button to open the Network Connections.
• Within the Network Connection page expand the full lists, and, from the available options, you have to select the Properties button. In the Properties, you need to double-click on the Internet Protocol Version 4. Then, click on the  ‘Obtain an IP address automatically’ and click on the ‘Obtain DNS server address automatically’.
• Now, click on the Ok button and close all the windows.

After that, the IP conflict issue will not appear on your system anymore. But if it still appears, then move on to the next method.

Update Your Device Drivers

Sometimes, if your device drivers are outdated, then this can lead towards the IP conflict issue. If this is the reason, then you need to update your device drivers to its latest version.  So, firstly, what you need to do is to check the model number of your laptop, and note it somewhere. Then, you should go to the home page of the manufacturer’s website, and give the model no and version on the search field. Next, search for the best-recommended version of your device drivers. Now, read the online instructions carefully and after that tap on the Apply button.

Updation process now begins. One thing you should keep in mind during the updation process is that you should not touch any other keys, as it may stop the updation process.

After completion of the updation process, you have to restart your machine and now the IP conflict issue should be resolved.

Conclusion:

We believe you get a clear idea about the Windows has detected an ip address conflict issue and more importantly how to troubleshoot this IP conflict issue. So, we recommended you to read the above-mentioned methods carefully and check which one is best for you.