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How to make an iPhone a wireless hotspot

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Apple makes it extremely easy to set up a personal hotspot using any cellular-enabled iOS device, such as an iPhone or an iPad with an active cellular plan. You'll just need a few seconds and your iOS device of choice to get started.

How to make your iPhone or cellular iPad a hotspot

  • Open Settings
  • Tap Cellular
  • Tap Personal Hotspot
  • Toggle on Allow Others to Join
  • If desired, you can set your own password

Joining a wireless hotspot is easy, too. If you are signed into the secondary device with your Apple ID, it may detect it as a personal hotspot and prompt you to join it automatically. If you don't own the device, or it does not automatically prompt you to join the network, you can follow the steps outlined below.

How to join an iPhone hotspot on Wi-Fi on an iPhone or iPad

How to join an iPhone hotspot on Wi-Fi on an iPhone or iPad

  • Following the steps outlined in the section "How to make your iPhone a hotspot" above, make sure the iPhone you would like to connect to has its hotspot enabled
  • Open settings
  • Find the hotspot in either Networks section, or the Personal Hotspot section
  • Tap to connect
  • If prompted, enter the password

You can also connect to a personal hotspot with your Mac. Again, suppose you are signed in to your Mac with the same Apple ID as the iPhone. In that case, your Mac may prompt you to join your personal hotspot automatically should your regular internet connection not be available. If it doesn't prompt you, or you don't own the device, follow the steps below.

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How to join an iPhone hotspot on WiFi on your Mac

  • Following the steps outlined in the section "How to make your iPhone a hotspot" above, make sure your iPhone's hotspot is enabled
  • On your Mac, open System Preferences
  • Click Network
  • In the side bar, click Wi-Fi
  • In the Network Name dropdown field, find the hotspot Wi-Fi network's name
  • If prompted, enter your password
  • Click Apply

If you'd rather, you can also connect to an iPhone's wireless network via Bluetooth. This method takes a little longer but is relatively simple and can be done following the steps below.

via Bluetooth

How to join an iPhone hotspot via Bluetooth on Mac

  • Following the steps outlined in the section "How to make your iPhone a hotspot" above, make sure your iPhone's hotspot is on
  • On your iPhone, open Settings
  • Tap Bluetooth
  • Toggle Bluetooth to on
  • Click Bluetooth
  • Make sure Bluetooth is enabled
  • In the list of devices, right click (trackpad: two finger click) on your iPhone's name and select "connect"
  • On your iPhone, if prompted, tap Pair
  • Open System Preferences
  • Confirm that you are connected to Bluetooth PAN

Of course, if you have an Lightning cable that you can use with your Mac, you can connect that way, too. This is a useful way of connecting to the internet, should you be unable to connect via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.

via USB

How to join an iPhone hotspot via USB on your Mac

  • Make sure your Mac is updated to the current version
  • Connect your iPhone to your Mac via a USB-to-Lightning cable
  • If prompted, select Trust at the security prompt that appears on your iPhone
  • Select iPhone USB
  • Uncheck Disable until needed

Keep in mind, when connected to an iPhone or an iPad with a cellular plan, you'll either be using the data from those plans, or a lesser pool set aside for tethering. Some activities, such as watching videos or downloading large files, will deplete your data allotment from your carrier. As a general rule, even if the activity is zero-rated by the carrier on your phone, it won't be on your tethered device.

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How to change the ip address on iphone.

There are a couple of ways to get your iPhone a new IP address.

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What to know about changing your iphone's ip address, renew the lease to get a new ip address on your iphone, assign a static ip address to your iphone.

To change your iPhone's IP address , you can either request your router to get you a new IP or manually assign a specific IP address to your phone. We'll show you both ways to do the task.

Related: How Do IP Addresses Work?

A quick and easy way to change your iPhone's IP address is to renew your IP lease. This method basically sends a request to your router to assign a new IP address to your phone. However, keep in mind that it's possible you'll get the same IP again, depending on how your router works.

The surefire way to get the IP address of your choice on your iPhone is to assign it a static IP . In this method, you pre-specify what IP you want on your phone, and then send that data to the router when you connect to your network.

In the second method, you may experience an IP conflict issue if another device on the same network happens to use the same IP address as your iPhone. To avoid that, try using an IP address that's far from the current IP pool.

For example, if your router usually assigns IP addresses up to 192.168.1.10, then use something like 192.168.1.20 to potentially avoid IP conflict. One way you can completely avoid this issue is by getting your router to manually assign a specific IP to your phone. Alternatively, see a complete list of devices connected to your router  and their IP addresses, and choose your new address accordingly.

Related: How to Set Static IP Addresses On Your Router

Renewing the IP lease sounds complicated, but it only involves tapping an option in your iPhone's Settings app.

To do that, first, launch Settings on your iPhone. Then tap the "Wi-Fi" option.

Select

On the "Wi-Fi" screen, next to your wireless network, tap the "i" icon.

Choose

Scroll down your network's page and tap "Renew Lease."

Select

Choose "Renew Lease" in the prompt.

Hit

Your iPhone may now have a new IP address.

If you need to see your iPhone's MAC address , it's easy to find in your settings as well.

Related: How to Find Your iPhone's MAC Address

To assign an IP address of your choice to your iPhone, first, launch the Settings app on your phone.

In Settings, tap the "Wi-Fi" option.

Select "Configure IP" to change your iPhone's IP mode from automatic to manual.

Select the

Choose the "Manual" option.

Choose the

You'll now see a "Manual IP" section. Here, tap the "IP Address" field and type the IP address you'd like to give to your iPhone.

Select the "Subnet Mask" and "Router" fields and enter the appropriate details. If you aren't sure, head back one screen and you will know what details to enter.

Then save your changes by tapping "Save" in the top-right corner.

Enter details in

And your iPhone will now be assigned the IP address of your liking. You're all set.

Just like this, you can also assign a static IP address to your Windows PC . Check out our guide to learn how.

Related: How to Assign a Static IP Address in Windows 10 or Windows 11

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Self assigned IP woes with personal hotspot. Help!

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markinthailand said: I have a new MacBook Air 2018 running 10.14.4. I can get it to use personal hotspot on my wife’s iPhone 6 running 12.1.4 but it won’t connect with my iPhone 7+ running 12.2. I’ve been at this for over an hour, googled the directions to delete the indicated files (some say three some say four) in SystemConfiguration, reboot, etc. several times. No luck. I’ve tried every variation I can find. Click to expand...

No, can’t get USB or Bluetooth to work.  

Smack-Fu Master, in training

  • Apr 9, 2019

Hi, Do you have any corporate system profiles installed? Just trying to think of what could be blocking it...  

No custom profiles.  

To troubleshoot I’ve done the following: - Removed the recommended files in the SystemConfiguration folder. No luck. - Swapped SIM cards with the iPhone 6. Still cannot connect with 7+ but can with iPhone 6. - Tried with Bluetooth and USB and no luck. I’m not as confident I’m doing that correctly (I do that less often) so any pointers on that appreciates. Restarted iPhone and Mac between each attempt. What is causing this? I’ve used personal hotspot in the past with this iPhone. The MacBook Air is new and honestly I think I’ve done it since I got it but don’t remember. I’m on a different mobile phone SIM and network. Trying to wrap my head around what is going wrong so I can fix it...  

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Ars legatus legionis.

  • Apr 11, 2019

Reset network config (everything except content) the phone then try it. Try also updating the phone IOS via iTunes instead of the phone itself.  

How to set up a Personal Hotspot on your iPhone or iPad

A Personal Hotspot lets you share the mobile data connection of your iPhone or iPad (Wi-Fi + Cellular) when you don’t have access to a Wi-Fi network.

Set up Personal Hotspot

  • Go to Settings > Mobile Data > Personal Hotspot or Settings > Personal Hotspot.
  • Tap the slider next to Allow Others to Join.

If you can’t see the option for Personal Hotspot, contact your network provider to make sure you can use Personal Hotspot with your plan.

Connect to Personal Hotspot with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or USB

You can connect to a Personal Hotspot using Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or USB. And with iOS 13 or later, devices that are connected to a Personal Hotspot will stay connected, even if the screen is locked, so those devices will still receive notifications and messages.

When you connect a device to your Personal Hotspot, the status bar turns blue and shows how many devices have joined. The number of devices that can join your Personal Hotspot at one time depends on your network provider and iPhone model. If other devices have joined your Personal Hotspot using Wi-Fi, you can only use mobile data to connect to the internet from the host device. 

Use these steps to connect:

iPhone screen showing the Personal Hotspot bar.

On the device you want to connect to, go to Settings > Mobile Data > Personal Hotspot or Settings > Personal Hotspot and make sure it’s on. Then verify the Wi-Fi password and name of the phone. Stay on this screen until you’ve connected your other device to the Wi-Fi network.

On the device you want to connect, go to Settings > Wi-Fi and look for your iPhone or iPad in the list. Then tap the Wi-Fi network to join. If asked, enter the password for your Personal Hotspot.

To make sure that your iPhone or iPad is discoverable, go to Settings > Bluetooth and stay on that screen. Then on your Mac, follow the manufacturer directions to set up a Bluetooth connection. Find out more about using Personal Hotspot with Bluetooth .

Personal Hotspot supports Bluetooth connections with Mac and other third-party devices. To connect another iOS device, use Bluetooth.

Make sure you have the latest version of iTunes and the Finder on your Mac. Then connect your iPhone or iPad to your computer with the USB cable that came with your device. If you see an alert that says “ Trust This Computer? ”, tap Trust.

Find out more about  connecting a device to your iPhone or iPad device's Personal Hotspot .

Let your family join automatically

You can set up Family Sharing so that your family can join your Personal Hotspot automatically – without needing to enter the password. Here's what to do:

  • On your device with Personal Hotspot, go to Settings > Personal Hotspot > Family Sharing.
  • Turn on Family Sharing. If you can't see the option, find out how to set up Family Sharing .
  • Tap the name of each of your family members and set whether they need to ask for approval or join your Personal Hotspot automatically.

Disconnect devices

To disconnect a device, turn off Personal Hotspot, turn off Bluetooth or unplug the USB cable from your device.

Set or change your Wi-Fi password

You need to set a Wi-Fi password in order to set up a Personal Hotspot. To change the Wi-Fi password, go to Settings > Mobile Data > Personal Hotspot or Settings > Personal Hotspot, then tap the Wi-Fi password.*

Choose a Wi-Fi password that’s at least eight characters long and use ASCII characters. If you use non-ASCII characters, other devices will be unable to join your Personal Hotspot. Non-ASCII characters include characters in Japanese, Russian, Chinese and other languages. ASCII characters include:

  • All the letters in English, both lowercase and uppercase
  • The digits 0 to 9
  • Some punctuation marks

* When you change your password, any connected devices will be disconnected.

  • Certain apps and features that require a Wi-Fi connection might not work while using a Personal Hotspot. For example, you might not be able to make an iCloud backup or upload photos to iCloud Photo Library or Photo Stream.
  • Learn how to use Instant Hotspot on your Mac, iPhone, iPad or iPod touch.
  • Get help with Personal Hotspot on your iOS and iPadOS devices.

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How to fix “self-assigned IP address” issue on Mac

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  • The self-assigned IP address error occurs when your Mac assigns itself an IP address instead of getting one from the router.
  • This usually happens due to network configuration issues, DHCP server problems, glitches in the firewall settings, unstable Wi-Fi connection, etc.
  • To fix the “self-assigned IP address” error on your Mac, renew DHCP lease, restart your network devices , rejoin your Wi-Fi , or check your network settings . 

Is your MacBook struggling to access the internet, though your Wi-Fi or Ethernet works fine? This can be due to the self-assigned IP address error on your Mac. Worry not!

Here, I’ll share how to fix the internet not working due to a self-assigned IP address error on your Mac to regain a stable network connection. But before we jump into the troubleshooting steps, let’s understand what a self-assigned IP error is.

What does “self-assigned IP address” mean on Mac? 

The “self-assigned IP address” error on Mac refers to a situation where your device assigns an IP address and sets up an ad-hoc network instead of obtaining one from the network router or DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server.

This self-assigned IP address is not legitimate or acknowledged on the network. That’s why your Mac cannot connect to the internet or other devices on the network, resulting in limited or no network connectivity.

This issue occurs due to several reasons such as:

  • Network configuration conflicts
  • DHCP server unavailability
  • Problems with Mac’s network
  • Unstable Wi-Fi connection
  • Wrong Firewall settings
  • Outdated macOS

But you can fix the issue with a few simple methods. Let’s learn them!

How to fix “self-assigned IP address” error on Mac

There are 12 ways to fix the problem, from simple checks to more advanced changes. It would help if you tried them in the order provided.

  • Check your connection
  • Reboot your network devices
  • Renew DHCP Lease on macOS
  • Rejoin your Wi-Fi network
  • Check your connection settings
  • Reset your Network Preferences on Mac
  • Create a new network location
  • Reset the Firewall on your Mac
  • Set Service Order from Mac’s network settings
  • Change DNS Servers on macOS
  • Check for conflicting IP address
  • Disable VPN

1. Check your connection

Before diving into Mac-specific settings, ensure that your router is functioning correctly and located near your Mac to obtain a valid IP address. Besides, if you are using an Ethernet connection, plug in the cable snugly.  

I also check to validate that the cable has no fault and is in good condition. Moreover, If you are using an old Wi-Fi router, discard it and get a new one to obtain a smoother connection.

2. Reboot your network devices

Restarting both your modem and router can often resolve temporary network glitches. Power off the devices, unplug the cables, and wait a few seconds. It will help them cool down, as excessive heat can cause malfunctions.

After that, plug all cables, connect them to the power outlet, and turn them back on. In the meantime, restart your Mac once to iron out any bugs in macOS.   

  • Click the Apple logo .

Just click the Apple logo → choose Restart on your Mac

3. Renew DHCP Lease on macOS

This method is effective when the assigned IP address may have expired or encountered conflicts. When you renew the DHCP Lease, your Mac requests a new IP address from the DHCP server. It ensures a valid configuration and resolves connectivity issues.  

  • Open the same TCP/IP tab window from Wi-Fi Details, as shown above. 

click tcp/ip, select renew dhcp lease in wi-fi settings

After renewing the lease, check if you can connect to your network. If that doesn’t help, try creating a New Network Location and renewing the lease.

4. Rejoin your Wi-Fi network

Sometimes, simply forgetting and rejoining your Wi-Fi network can solve the self-assigned IP address error on your Mac.   

Click Apple logo, System Settings

  • Turn off Wi-Fi for a few seconds and toggle it on.

click connect in wi-fi on mac

5. Check your connection settings

Verify that your Mac’s network settings are configured correctly. You must opt for the appropriate network settings to obtain IP addresses and DNS information automatically. 

  • Go to your Wi-Fi Details .  I have shown the steps above.  
  • Select TCP/IP from the left panel. 

click tcp/ip, select using dhcp in configure ipv4, select automatic in configure ipv6 in wi-fi settings

You may also try turning off the IPv6, as some users reported it conflicted with the IP address assigning procedure.

  • Click on the drop-down arrow beside Configure IPv6 . 

select dropdown beside configure ipv6, click link local only in wi-fi settings

6. Reset your Network Preferences on Mac 

Resetting the network preferences can help eliminate IP address misconfiguration, causing the internet to not work. So, you must delete specific network connectivity-related files from your MacBook.

  • Launch  Finder .

Go to Folder to clear cache

  • Enter your Mac password to authenticate the deletion.
  • Restart your Mac. It will automatically recreate the deleted files.
  • Log in and connect to your Wi-Fi network.
  • Go to the  TCP/IP  setting again and check the router files.

7. Create a new network location

Creating a new network location lets your Mac start fresh with network settings and eliminate a self-assigned IP address.  

  • Click the  Apple logo →  System Settings .

Click the three-dots icon

  • Wait for a few seconds until your Mac connects to your Wi-Fi.

Repeat the steps of renewing the DHCP lease on your Mac, and then try connecting to your network.

When you try to perform configuration changes to the system, your Mac’s firewall experiences configuration issues. Let’s fix this problem by resetting the Firewall.

8. Reset the Firewall on your Mac

  • In the menu bar, click  Go  → Go to   Folder .

go to library preferences folder on mac

  • Restart your Mac.

After your system boots, it’ll ask you to allow access to numerous programs and services. Enable access depending upon your choice. Then, try connecting to your network and check if the self-assigned IP address error persists.

If you are unsure about deleting the Firewall files, you may temporarily disable it. Toggling off the Firewall on your Mac can help determine if it’s causing conflicts with network connectivity.

  • Select  Network  from the left panel → Choose Firewall .

Turn off your Mac Firewall

  • Restart your Mac and turn it on again.

9. Set Service Order from Mac’s network settings 

Adjusting the service order can prioritize the network interface, ensuring your Mac connects to your preferred network. 

  • Click the  Apple logo →  System Settings →  Network .

click set service order in network settings

10. Change DNS Servers on macOS

Discarding existing DNS and switching to alternative DNS servers can resolve DNS-related issues that may contribute to the self-assigned IP address error.  

  • Open System Settings → Wi-Fi → Click Details beside your Wi-Fi name.

select dns, click plus sign in wi-fi settings

  • Add   these numbers: 8.8.8.8 8.8.4.4 1.1.1.1 9.9.9.9

add dns addresses, click ok in wi-fi settings

11. Check for conflicting IP address 

Ensure that no other devices on your network use the same IP address as your Mac. Check your router’s DHCP client list and verify that all devices have unique IP addresses assigned.

12. Disable VPN 

If you have a VPN service enabled, disable it temporarily to see if it resolves the self-assigned IP address error. Open your Mac’s VPN settings and turn off the VPN connection. 

Bonus fixes 

You may need to attempt more complex fixes if the troubleshooting techniques outlined above do not fix the self-assigned IP address problem on your Mac:

  • Update your Mac to the latest OS version.
  • Verify your Mac is not infected with any malware or viruses. 
  • Ensure your network devices are operating well and there are no hardware problems. 
  • Restart your router or modem
  • Reset NVRAM or PRAM on Mac to clear up the system settings memory. 

Tips to prevent self-assigned IP address issues on Mac

Self-assigned IP address error is indeed frustrating as it prevents your Mac from accessing the internet. So, you must take some precautions to avoid such a nuisance in the future.

  • Regularly update your Mac
  • Try to restart your Mac, router, or other network devices once in a while
  • If your router or modem is outdated, replace it with a new one to get optimal performance. Also, configure the network with high-quality equipment.
  • Connect your Mac to only one active network. I suggest using an ethernet cable for a stable connection.
  • Don’t connect too many devices to your Wi-Fi at a time, as it may create network overcrowding.

Get back your smooth internet access!

Encountering a self-assigned IP address error on your Mac hampers your work, so you should address it ASAP. You can tackle the issue and restore a stable and reliable network connection using these troubleshooting techniques. 

If the problem isn’t resolved, contact Apple Support and seek assistance.

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Self assigned ip

I always connect my macbook pro to my iphone X cellular data hotspot.

I recently had to restart my iphone completely and now the macbook doesn’t connect to the hotspot claiming that wifi has a self assigned IP address.

My macbook version is macOS sierra and iphone version 11.4.1

Posted on Aug 12, 2018 2:27 AM

Grant Bennet-Alder

Posted on Aug 12, 2018 6:58 AM

Your Mac gives itself a self-assigned IP address while waiting for a Router or hotspot to give it a "good" IP Address. if it lasts so long that you see it, it means that no one answered the request for a good IP Address.

So check that the settings in your phone are still set for Hot Spot. A restart may have changed them to defaults.

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What is Self-Assigned IP and How to Fix it

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The self-assigned IP error may prevent your Mac from connecting to the Internet. You may get an Internet connection error messages such as “Wi-Fi has the self-assigned IP address and will not be able to connect to the Internet.” If you investigate this issue further, you will see that the Network pane in System Preferences will also show a notification message saying “Self-Assigned IP” with a yellow dot instead of the regular “Connected” message under the network service, as you can see in the screenshot below. This problem may occur when Mac is connected to a wired, wireless (Wi-Fi), or hotspot connection.

Self-Assigned IP message in Network Settings

This problem occurs when a self-assigned IP address is issued to network interfaces. When this issue happens, not all computers connected to the same network may be affected. For example, in the same home, one Mac may have this problem while other similarly configured Macs may have no problem at all, even though they all are using the same Wi-Fi connection. This may mean that the root of the problem is how the problem Mac is configured. Several factors may cause this issue, such as:

  • Bad cable connections.
  • Not getting an IP from the router or modem.
  • Failure of the DHCP server.

Follow the steps below to address this problem. Please try the steps in this order. After trying each step, check to see if your problem is fixed. If it is not fixed and if you still see the Self-Assigned IP error, move to the next step.

Self-Assigned error troubleshooting steps

Check your router/modem : If you are connected over Wi-Fi, ensure that your Mac is not too far away from the router/modem.

Restart your router/modem and your Mac : You can do this easily. Simply disconnect the power cable to your router/modem. Wait 30 seconds. Then reconnect. Then restart your Mac. Click the Apple  menu and select Restart .

Renew DHCP Lease : On your Mac, open System Preferences and click on Network . Select the network service you want to connect to (e.g., Wi-Fi or Ethernet) and click on Advanced . This will open a new window. Select the TCP/IP tab and click the Renew DHCP Lease . Then click OK .

Renew DHCP Lease button

Check your connection settings : On your Mac, go to System Preferences > Network . Then select the network that shows this error and click Advanced . Select the TCP/IP tab and then make sure that “Configure IPv4” and “Configure IPv6” are set to Using DHCP and Automatically , respectively.

DHCP settings page

Then click on the DNS tab, and delete any DNS servers that are listed there. Select them one by one and click on the minus button to remove them. Do not forget to click OK and Apply when you are done.

Create a new network location : On your Mac, open System Preferences and Network . Open the Location drop-down menu and select Edit Locations . Click the plus (+) button and add a new location, give it a name and click Done . Now you have two locations: Automatic and your new location. Select this new location and then click Apply .

Network Locations

Now, we will add a new Wi-Fi or Ethernet service, whichever you are using. Click the plus (+) sign under the network services on the left, select the Interface (Wi-Fi, Ethernet, etc.) and name it, then click Create . Then click Apply .

New network create screen

Now select the Self-Assigned IP network and then click the minus (-) button to delete it. Then click Apply . Does this newly created service connect?

Reset the system firewall: We can do that by deleting its preference file . Open a Finder window and then click Go and Go to Folder from the top menu bar. Enter /Library/Preferences/ and click Go .

Preferences

Once the Preferences folder is open, find the com.apple.alf.plist file. Delete this file (or place it on your Desktop; if you are not happy with what happens, you can put it back). Then restart your Mac.

Firewall Preference file

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  1. Personal hotspot, self assigned ip

    Level 1 14 points Personal hotspot, self assigned ip I have a macbook air and iphone 6. current softwares of my devices are up to date. high sierra 10.13.3 and ios last version. but since I upgraded to high sierra, I can't connect to my personal hotspot. my macbook air can connect other wireless and iphone too can connect others.

  2. "self assigned IP" is not allowing for hotspot

    "self assigned IP" is not allowing for hotspot On my mac, I've recently tried to connect to my phone's mobile hotspot (iPhone 11) but a week ago or so It randomly said that my phone has a self-assigned IP, and does not allow for my Mac to use my phone as a hotspot.

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    Level 1 5 points when using iphone as personal hotspot i am getting a message "wi-fi has self assigned IP address cant connect to internet" it is a new iphone and my mac was receiving internet via same sim in another mobile (android)

  4. How to set up a Personal Hotspot on your iPhone or iPad

    Go to Settings > Cellular > Personal Hotspot or Settings > Personal Hotspot. Tap the slider next to Allow Others to Join. If you don't see the option for Personal Hotspot, contact your carrier to make sure that you can use Personal Hotspot with your plan. Connect to Personal Hotspot with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or USB

  5. How to make an iPhone a wireless hotspot

    On your Mac, open System Preferences. Click Network. In the side bar, click Wi-Fi. In the Network Name dropdown field, find the hotspot Wi-Fi network's name. If prompted, enter your password ...

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    On the iPhone or iPad that provides Personal Hotspot, go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset [Device] > Reset, then tap Reset Network Settings. This also resets Wi-Fi networks and passwords, cellular settings, and VPN and APN settings that you've used before. Use the following steps for more help with Personal Hotspot over Wi-Fi or USB.

  7. iPhone HOTSPOT not assigning IPv4 DHCP address

    1 My iPhone X's (iOS 13.4) hotspot stopped giving me an IP4 address the other day. I've never had this problem in the 10 years I've had iPhones. Since Thursday, 2nd Sept 2021, I am only getting an IPv6 DHCP address whilst the IPv4 address is self-assigned. ( Note I'm not talking about connecting to some Wi-Fi.)

  8. How to Change the IP Address on iPhone

    On the "Wi-Fi" screen, next to your wireless network, tap the "i" icon. Select "Configure IP" to change your iPhone's IP mode from automatic to manual. Choose the "Manual" option. You'll now see a "Manual IP" section. Here, tap the "IP Address" field and type the IP address you'd like to give to your iPhone.

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    Level 1 (4 points) Q: Self assigned ip when ever I contact my phone to my MacBook with MacOS high Sierra it' says I have a self assigned IP address MacBook Pro Posted on Aug 13, 2022 7:19 AM Reply I have this question too There are no replies. Q: Self assigned ip Welcome to Apple Support Community

  10. Use Instant Hotspot to connect to your Personal Hotspot without

    Use Instant Hotspot with any Mac, iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch that meets the Continuity system requirements. It works when your devices are near each other and set up as follows: Your iPhone or iPad (Wi-Fi + Cellular) has an activated carrier plan that provides Personal Hotspot service. Each device is signed in to iCloud with the same Apple ID.

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    Iphone Tether Personal Hotspot results in Self Assigned IP Address I have personal hotspot enabled on my iphone plan and in settings. Whenever I try to connect using my iMac through wifi or Bluetooth I get a connected message, however, the network settings fail and I get a self assigned IP address.

  12. Self assigned IP woes with personal hotspot. Help!

    I have a new MacBook Air 2018 running 10.14.4. I can get it to use personal hotspot on my wife's iPhone 6 running 12.1.4 but it won't connect with my iPhone 7+ running 12.2. I've been at ...

  13. How to set up a Personal Hotspot on your iPhone or iPad

    Wi-Fi. On the device you want to connect to, go to Settings > Mobile Data > Personal Hotspot or Settings > Personal Hotspot and make sure it's on. Then verify the Wi-Fi password and name of the phone. Stay on this screen until you've connected your other device to the Wi-Fi network. On the device you want to connect, go to Settings > Wi-Fi ...

  14. How do I get rid of a self assigned IP address?

    Level 1 31 points How do I get rid of a self assigned IP address? I've tried all the usual things like restarting the computer and modem. Other devices in the house are able to connect. Sitting side by side. I've had this iMac for a number of years but never encountered this before.

  15. How to fix "self-assigned IP address" issue on Mac

    Ava 12 Min Read The self-assigned IP address error occurs when your Mac assigns itself an IP address instead of getting one from the router. This usually happens due to network configuration issues, DHCP server problems, glitches in the firewall settings, unstable Wi-Fi connection, etc.

  16. Self assigned ip

    4 points Self assigned ip I always connect my macbook pro to my iphone X cellular data hotspot. I recently had to restart my iphone completely and now the macbook doesn't connect to the hotspot claiming that wifi has a self assigned IP address. My macbook version is macOS sierra and iphone version 11.4.1 Show moreLess Posted on Aug 12, 2018 2:27 AM

  17. What is Self-Assigned IP and How to Fix it • macReports

    Check your connection settings: On your Mac, go to System Preferences > Network. Then select the network that shows this error and click Advanced. Select the TCP/IP tab and then make sure that "Configure IPv4" and "Configure IPv6" are set to Using DHCP and Automatically, respectively.

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    1. Perhaps something changed a few days ago that's affecting your iPhone's network settings (e.g. a carrier update, software update, etc). One thing you can try is resetting your iPhone's Network settings. You do this by: Navigate to Settings. Tap on General. Swipe up and tap on Reset at the bottom of the screen.