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Why will my Macbook Air only use a static IP?

I have a 2020 Intel Air that will not allow itself to be assigned an IP by my router via DHCP; not only that but it's always the same static IP? I can set a different address manually which it will stick to, but won't get assigned various IPs over time (like is the case for say my iPhone) via DHCP?


Things I've tried:


  • Forgetting my network and re-joining
  • Hard resetting my router and setting it up from scratch
  • Renewing DHCP lease


I've even tried going into my router settings and un-toggling the 'always use this IP address' option, but it won't allow my to move the toggle.


Any thoughts?


Thanks


Posted on Jun 25, 2021 6:29 AM

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Posted on Jun 25, 2021 1:38 PM

According to UK Express Report Dated May 10, 2021 - there are many issues with this specific Router under discussion. Directly related to WIFI connections from certain devices. BT supposedly has confirmed the issue is with their Router. Just Google Search BT Smart Hub 2 and see the article.

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Jun 25, 2021 1:38 PM in response to Chargw_

According to UK Express Report Dated May 10, 2021 - there are many issues with this specific Router under discussion. Directly related to WIFI connections from certain devices. BT supposedly has confirmed the issue is with their Router. Just Google Search BT Smart Hub 2 and see the article.

Why will my Macbook Air only use a static IP?

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