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Resolve "Self-Assigned IP" Errors for Apple Mac

1   introduction: apple mac: resolve self-assigned ip address.

One possible result of the inability to get online is that you have what is referred to as a self assigned IP address. This usually happens when your router (which normally provides you an IP address) does not provide you an IP address to talk to other computers.

Example of a Self Assigned IP Address

This guide will help you to troubleshoot self assigned IP addresses.

2   Network: Reboot

One of the main causes with the inability to get on the Internet is that your networking equipment could have malfunctioned. Sometimes performing a reboot will resolve this issue.

Your network may consist of one or more of the following networking devices.

Next we will want to power cycle the networking devices.

Modem / Gateway

  • Unplug the power from the device.
  • Wait 30 seconds.
  • Plug the power back into the device.
  • Wait for the device to go online.

Access Point / Range Extender

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Next we need to know how your device connects to the Internet.

  • Wireless - You connect using a wireless router or access point.
  • Wired - You use an Ethernet cable plugged into your gateway/router/switch and the other end is plugged into your device.

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  • Your device will no longer join this Wi-Fi network unless you reconnect once again.

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  • Networks that have a lock icon next to their name require a password. After you select your network, enter the network password when you're prompted. If you don't know the network password, check with the owner of the Wi-Fi network you're trying to join.

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While Ethernet connections are typically the most reliable connection to the Internet, there are still some issues that can arise. Test your connection after each of these steps.

  • Try using another Ethernet cable.
  • If you are plugged into a switch, try plugging directly into your Gateway or Router.

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How to fix “self-assigned ip address” issue on mac.

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Key Takeaways

  • 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.

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 address

What is the latest advice on how to fix this? I have a router (not Airport) and all of a sudden my wireless connection has started behaving badly. I have MACBook Pro running OS 12.6.1

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Try power cycling your router and computer.

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Self-assigned IP address

I sometimes have problems dropping IP addresses after changing networks and get stuck with a self-assigned IP that I cannot drop by hitting the renew "DHCP Lease" button on my Mac OS X.5 Leopard. The only work around is to manually give myself a "good" IP, shut down my computer, then boot up and switch back to regular DHCP. Any ideas?

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Somtimes issues like these can arise from malformed network preferences. Try deleting (or just moving/renaming) these files:

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Here's some fairly unpleasant instructions from apple http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1920

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It must be the problem with your IP Address. 169.254.*.* is an address reserved for local ip address. If your DHCP server uses that address then you could not connect to the internet.

Please check this Internet connection does not work with an IP address space of 169.254.xxx.xxx from ISP, router, or manual configuration

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Connecting using the plain WEP password was allowing me to connect (to a link sys Wi-Fi) but DHCP didn’t work and I got the dreaded self-assigned address.

To fix it we logged in using the HEX version of the same key (which we found by looking on the router via a wired connection).

On network preferences, select Network Name Join Other Network... then type in the name of your own network, select WEP...HEX. and enter the HEX version of the WEP key.

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How To Fix Internet Not Working Due To Self-Assigned IP Address Issue

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If your Mac is connected to a working Wi-Fi network but the Internet is still not working, then we have got the solution for you. A lot of times your Mac is issued a self-assigned IP, which causes the Internet to not work on the machine.

Despite the same Wi-Fi network working on other devices, the Mac will simply show no internet connection error and Internet will not work on it. In these situations Wi-Fi has the self-assigned IP address and will not connect to the Internet despite the Internet working on other devices.

On Mac’s Wi-Fi page the Wi-Fi will also show the Self-Assigned IP Address text instead of connected. This is a very annoying problem that can cause Internet to not work on your Mac. Not having a working Internet connection on your Mac due to Mac’s self assigned IP problem can prevent you for doing work and render your Mac useless.

Good thing is self-assigned IP issue on Mac is quite easy to solve. You can fix the self-assigned IP address issue and get the Internet to work again on your Mac by simply deleting a few files on your machine.

Simply follow the steps below from an administrator account and put the mentioned files in trash.

This solution works on all recent versions of macOS including macOS Ventura, macOS Monterey, macOS Big Sur and macOS Catalina.

Fix Self-Assigned IP Address Issue on Mac

You can use to solve the self-assigned IP address issue on your Mac running macOS Ventura, macOS Monterey, macOS Big Sur, macOS Catalina etc.

1. On your Mac launch finder and click on Macintosh HD. (Don’t see Macintosh HD? See here )

2. Click on the Library folder and go to Preferences.

3. Now click on the SystemConfiguration folder.

4. Next put the following files in trash.

  • com.apple.airport.preferences.plist
  • com.apple.network.identification.plist
  • NetworkInterfaces.plist

5. Restart your Mac.

Once the reboot has taken place the Internet will start working and self assigned IP address issue will be resolved.

If you don’t see all the files mentioned above, then just delete the ones that are present and reboot your machine.

How to Reset Mac’s IP address

In case you’re looking to reset your Mac’s IP address to solve internet connection problems with your computer, then the following instructions will help. If deleting the files mentioned above does not help, then the steps to reset Mac IP address can also prove helpful in fixing self-assigned IP Mac problem.

On macOS Ventura or later

Below you can find instructions on how to reset Mac IP address if you are running macOS Ventura or later.

1. Click on the Apple logo from the top menu bar and then click on System Settings .

2. Now click on Wi-Fi option from the side pane.

3. Make sure your Mac is connected to your Wi-Fi network. Then click on ‘ Details… ‘ located next to Wi-Fi’s name.

4. Now click on TCP/IP button from the left side pane.

5. Next find the ‘ Renew DHCP Lease ‘ button on the right side of the window and click on it.

6. Click on OK button and using the toggle next to Wi-Fi turn off Wi-Fi and turn it back on after a few seconds.

By performing these steps you should be able to solve self-assigned IP issue on your Mac and Internet should start working once again.

On macOS Monterey or earlier

Here’s how you can reset Mac IP address if you are running macOS Monterey or earlier on your Mac.

1. On your Mac open System Preferences.

2. Click on Network icon.

3. Make sure Wi-Fi is selected from the side pane and then click on ‘Advanced’ button.

4. Now click on TCP/IP from the top navigation bar.

5. Next click on ‘Renew DHCP Lease’ button.

6. Click OK to exit and from the top menu click on the Wi-Fi button and turn off Wi-Fi.

7. After a few seconds turn Wi-Fi back on and connect your Mac to your Wi-Fi network.

8. At this point Self-Assigned IP address issue should get solved and Internet should start working again.

There you have it, this is how you can easily and quickly fix Self-Assigned IP address issue on Mac and get your Internet connection working once again. If you have any questions regarding this tutorial, then feel free to let us know in the comments section below.

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Hello I recently instakked BIG SUR on my late 2013 macbook pro and I am having trouble tethering my Iphone XR to it. I can tether using wifi, but when I attempt to tether using bluetooth, my phone shows as connected in bluetooth preferences on my macbook and iphone, with the connection/link symbol shown on my iphone, but the internet will not work. In Network the bluetooth Pan shows an orange dot, STATUS: CONNECTED, but underneath it says ‘internet-not-working-self-assigned-ip-address-issue’. Do you have any ideas on how to fix this, I followed your instructions from the link ( https://ioshacker.com/how-to/fix-internet-not-working-self-assigned-ip-address-issue ) on your website, but each time I restart the computer the files that I put into the trash and delete from the trash re-appear in the system configuration folder. Only 2 of the 3 files you suggested to trash are in the folder, – com.apple.network.identification.plist – is not in the folder. Any advice appreciated.

I’m running Monterrey on my MacBook Pro and was having problem with the self-assigned IP and cannot connect to the Internet. I followed what your article suggested, several times, but was still unable to resolve the problem. Are there other suggestions that you think I should try? Thank you.

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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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How to Fix the Self Assigned IP Address Issue on Mac

At times macOS users face the self-assigned IP address malfunction on their computer. Your Mac will keep alerting you to the ‘internet not working’ pop-up even if you have a Wi-Fi network connection.

It allows the network interface to make a malfunctioning ad-hoc network. There can be many reasons for network issues like a broken cable, DHCP server problem, network location, etc. But, it gets better if you know the correct way to troubleshoot the issue.

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Fixes for the self-assigned IP address issue

Self-assigned IP issues can frustrate users and cause internet issues. But, fret not, you can fix self-assigned IP address malfunction using any of the methods mentioned below:

  • Restart your modem

Before trying any other method to fix the internet issue restart your modem to see if it works. Click the ‘Wi-Fi’ button from the top menu on the Mac to turn it off. Please wait for a few minutes and then turn it back on. Check to see if the issue is fixed.

If this hack works, you will see the Wi-Fi connection running on your Mac with a proper IP address.

  • Re-enable the network preferences

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To reset network preferences on your computer, follow these steps:

  • Open Mac, launch ‘Finder,’ and in the top menu bar, tap on ‘Go to Folder’ from the drop-down menu of the ‘Go’ bar
  • A new window will appear, type ''/Library/Preferences/SystemConfiguration/'' and press enter
  • The System Configuration window will open. Then delete the following commands: ‘ com.apple .airport.preferences.plist, Networkinterface.plist and preferences.plist’ to reset network configurations
  • Please only delete the files if you have no issue losing the network configuration
  • Please switch off the Mac and then switch it back on; try and link to the Wi-Fi again
  • Open TCP/IP settings again and look for the files that you deleted
  • You will find the removed files back in the old folder

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  • Renew DHCP lease

One of the most common fixes to the ‘self-assigned IP issue’ is to renew the DHCP lease. A DHCP lease temporarily assigns an IP address to a device connected to the internet.

If the internet connection is malfunctioning, follow these steps to renew your DHCP lease:

  • Tap the Apple logo on the top-left menu bar, then visit the ‘System preferences’ section
  • Then click on ‘Network settings’ and click ‘Advanced’ in the Wi-Fi section
  • Then select the ‘TCP/IP’ section and tap on the ‘Renew DHCP lease’ button and select OK
  • After renewing the lease, check if you can connect to your Wi-Fi

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  • Make a different network location/ new location

One way to fix self-assigned IP is to set up new network locations on your Mac. Follow the steps below to make a new network location:

  • Tap on the Apple logo from the menu bar and select ‘System preferences’
  • Enter the ‘Network settings’ then tap on ‘Drop-down menu’ near the Location tab
  • Then tap on ‘Edit locations’ and tap on the ‘+’ button and add a ‘new network location’ and tap on done
  • Choose ‘Wi-Fi’ or Ethernet; if not selected automatically
  • Then press on ‘Advanced’ button and again press the ‘Renew DHCP lease button’ and enter
  • This will set a ‘new location’ on the device
  • Reset Firewall

Primarily self-assigned IP address malfunction occurs when the system’s Firewall undergoes configuration problems. If you have performed significant configuration changes on a Mac, settings may not migrate properly. It causes a Firewall issue and might disrupt the network connection.

To fix the firewall configuration issue, follow these steps:

  • Click the ‘Finder’ icon to launch it, then select ‘Go to folder’ in the ‘Go’ menu bar
  • In the pop-up window, enter the following command /Macintosh HD/Library/Preferences/
  • In the new window, delete the ‘com.apple.alf.plist’ command
  • After the Mac restarts, reboot it and check if the Wi-Fi connects

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Note that after the system boots, you would have to allow connections for the numerous programs temporarily. 

  • Setup the service order in network settings

If your Mac has a self-assigned IP address issue, try resetting the service order of Wi-Fi in the network settings.

To set ‘Service order’ on Mac, follow these steps:

  • Select the Apple logo on the screen and click ‘system preferences’
  • Click on ‘Network icon and then press on the gear icon
  • Then tap ‘Set service order,’ and drag the services you are using at the start of the file
  • For example, if you are utilizing Wi-Fi, select ‘Wi-Fi’ and put it on the first number

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  • Change DNS servers

DNS servers change the domain name to IP addresses. Try changing the DNS servers to see if the issue fixes. Follow these steps:

  • Select the Apple logo and click ‘system preferences,’ then click on the ‘Network’ icon
  • Select the Wi-Fi icon or Ethernet you use (if not selected already)
  • Then choose the ‘DNS’ tab in the ‘Advanced’ section and press ‘+.’
  • Add the following numbers to the DNS server list: ‘8.8.8.8, 8.8.4.4, 1.1.1.1, 9.9.9.9’ and click ‘OK’
  • It will most likely fix the self-assigned IP address problem in your Mac

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Contact an Apple support team tech. If the above methods do not fix your Mac’s self-assigned IP address issue.

What does self-assigned IP mean on Mac?

Self-assigned IP is one of the reasons why you are unable to use the internet on your device. It mainly occurs when your network router does not provide your device’s IP address, causing internet connection issues.

How do I give my Mac a static IP address?

You can give your Mac a static IP by following the steps below:

  • Select the Apple logo and click ‘System preferences’
  • Click on the ‘Network’ tab and then select the ‘Advanced button’ 
  • ON TCP/IP section, open the configure IPv4 list and select ‘manually’
  • Enter your IP settings in the field, and the static IP address will the assigned 

Conclusion 

By now, you must have learned how to fix self-assigned IP on your computer. Though it is not a huge problem, it does cause a lot of frustration among users. Hopefully, you found the article helpful and learned how to fix network malfunctions on your mac OS.

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