How to Set a Static IP on macOS 13 Ventura

Yes, you can configure a static IP address in macOS 13 Ventura. With the redesigned System Settings interface introduced in this version, the process looks slightly different than in older versions of macOS, but it remains simple and straightforward. This guide outlines the exact steps to assign a manual IP address to your Wi-Fi or Ethernet connection, ensuring your Mac maintains a consistent address on your local network.

Step 1: Open Network Settings

  1. Click the Apple menu () in the top-left corner of your screen.
  2. Select System Settings.
  3. In the sidebar on the left, click Network.

Step 2: Select Your Active Connection

  1. Choose the network interface you want to configure:
    • For Wi-Fi: Click on Wi-Fi, then click the Details… button next to your currently connected Wi-Fi network.
    • For Ethernet: Click on your active Ethernet connection, then click the Details… button.

Step 3: Configure the Static IP Address

  1. In the configuration window that appears, click the TCP/IP tab in the sidebar.
  2. Locate the Configure IPv4 dropdown menu. By default, it is set to Using DHCP.
  3. Change the dropdown selection to Manually.
  4. Enter your network values into the corresponding fields:
    • IP Address: Enter the static IP address you want to assign to your Mac (make sure it falls within your router’s subnet and outside the dynamic DHCP range to avoid conflicts).
    • Subnet Mask: Typically 255.255.255.0 for most home and small office networks.
    • Router: Enter your router's default gateway address (often 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1).
  1. Click the DNS tab in the left sidebar of the same window.
  2. Under the DNS Servers section, click the plus (+) button.
  3. Enter your preferred DNS server addresses (for example, your local router IP, Cloudflare's 1.1.1.1, or Google's 8.8.8.8).

Step 5: Save and Apply

  1. Click OK in the bottom-right corner of the settings window to save your changes.
  2. Your connection will momentarily reset and reconnect using the newly configured static IP address.