# How do I change the IP Address of my DIR-850L router?
Example: You wish to change the IP address of the router to avoid IP address conflicts with other devices on your network.
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Open your Internet browser and enter or or into the address bar.
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Enter your login information. If you have not changed the default settings, the username is Admin and the password field should be left blank. Click **Login**.
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### Click on the Setup tab at the top of the page and click Network Settings from the menu on the left-hand side
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Under Router Settings, enter the desired IP address for your router in the **Router IP Address** field. The IP Address configured here is the IP address used to access the web-based management interface. If you change the IP address here, you may need to adjust your PC´s network settings in order to access the network again.
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### Click on Save Settings.
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