How to manually configure a static IP address on a PlayStation 4 via a router?
Printed 2021-04-22
Static IP for PS4
You may need to know How to Pull IPs on PS4 and get a static IP address on the PlayStation 4 in order to establish a NAT Type 2 connection. Setting a permanent IP address ensures that your console will always have the same internal IP, even after you reboot the console. Some routers provide the ability to manually assign an IP address, so first you need to check if this option is possible in your router. If not, then you can configure the static IP through the PS4 console menu.
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How to manually configure a static IP address on a PlayStation 4 via a router
Find a way in your router to manually configure the IP address. Not all routers support this feature. The setup process will differ depending on the router model you are using. If your modem allows you to manually configure the IP address, then simply assign a permanent IP to the PlayStation 4. In this case, you will not have to make any changes to the settings of the console itself. The router will independently assign an internal IP for the PS4, the functions of which are identical to the static one.