How do I find my router on a MAC?

Finding your router's IP address on a Mac is a straightforward process. Here’s how to locate it using your system preferences:

Steps to Find Your Router's IP Address

1. Access System Preferences: First, click the ? icon located on the top-left side of your screen. This opens the Apple menu. Then, click on System Preferences.

2. Open Network Settings: In System Preferences, find and click on Network. This will take you to your network configurations.

3. Select Your Connection Type:

   • Ethernet: If your Mac is connected via Ethernet, you’ll see your router’s IP address directly in the main window after selecting the Ethernet connection on the left side of the panel.
   • WiFi: If you are connected via WiFi, select WiFi from the left panel, then click the Advanced button located towards the bottom right of the window.

4. Locate Router IP: In the window that appears, select the TCP/IP tab. You will find the router's IP address listed as "Router" here.

Summary

Here is a table summarizing the steps:

Step	Action	Where to Find Router IP
1. Open System Preferences	Click the ? icon then select System Preferences.
2. Open Network Panel	Click on Network
3. Select Connection	Choose Ethernet or WiFi from the left-hand panel.
4. Find Router IP	If Ethernet, the IP address will be shown directly. For Wifi, click Advanced then TCP/IP tab.	Listed as “Router” in the TCP/IP settings.

By following these steps, you can easily find your router’s IP address on your Mac.