NETSH Windows Command Guide
The Windows netsh command is a powerful tool for managing network settings, troubleshooting connectivity issues, and configuring network interfaces efficiently. With netsh, you can view or change the network configuration of your computer, set parameters such as IP addresses and DNS servers, and diagnose and resolve network problems. This command-line utility provides a wide range of functionalities for networking tasks, making it an essential tool for network administrators and advanced users.
NETSH Syntax:
Section titled “NETSH Syntax:”netsh [command] [subcommand] [options] [parameters]Options:
Section titled “Options:”| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| /? | Displays help for the specified command. |
Parameters:
Section titled “Parameters:”No specific parameters for the general netsh command.
NETSH Command Samples:
Section titled “NETSH Command Samples:”Show Interface Information
Section titled “Show Interface Information”netsh interface show interfaceDisplays information about all network interfaces on the system.
Disable a Network Adapter
Section titled “Disable a Network Adapter”netsh interface set interface "Ethernet" admin=disableDisables the network adapter named “Ethernet”.
View Wireless Networks
Section titled “View Wireless Networks”netsh wlan show networksShows a list of available wireless networks.
Change IP Address
Section titled “Change IP Address”netsh interface ipv4 set address "Ethernet" static 192.168.1.100 255.255.255.0 192.168.1.1Sets a static IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway for the network adapter named “Ethernet”.
Export Wireless Network Profile
Section titled “Export Wireless Network Profile”netsh wlan export profile name="YourNetwork" key=clearExports the wireless network profile named “YourNetwork” with the password visible in clear text.
Set DNS Server
Section titled “Set DNS Server”netsh interface ipv4 set dns "Local Area Connection" static 8.8.8.8Configures the DNS server address for the network adapter named “Local Area Connection”.
Configure Firewall Rules
Section titled “Configure Firewall Rules”netsh advfirewall firewall add rule name="Block Website" dir=out action=block remoteip=www.example.comAdds a new outbound firewall rule to block outgoing connections to a specific website.
NETSH FAQ:
Section titled “NETSH FAQ:”How do I use netsh in Windows?
Section titled “How do I use netsh in Windows?”To use the netsh command in Windows, execute the following command:
netsh --option <value>How can I list all available netsh contexts?
Section titled “How can I list all available netsh contexts?”To list all available netsh contexts, use the following command:
netsh ?How do I show all settings in a specific netsh context?
Section titled “How do I show all settings in a specific netsh context?”To display all settings in a specific netsh context, use the following command:
netsh advfirewall show currentprofileHow can I reset the TCP/IP stack using netsh?
Section titled “How can I reset the TCP/IP stack using netsh?”To reset the TCP/IP stack using netsh, run the following command:
netsh int ip resetHow do I configure a static IP address using netsh?
Section titled “How do I configure a static IP address using netsh?”To configure a static IP address using netsh, use the following command as an example:
netsh interface ipv4 set address "Local Area Connection" static 192.168.1.100 255.255.255.0 192.168.1.1How can I export netsh configurations to a file?
Section titled “How can I export netsh configurations to a file?”To export netsh configurations to a file, execute the following command:
netsh dump > netsh-config.txtApplications of the NETSH Command
Section titled “Applications of the NETSH Command”- Configure network interfaces
- Manage Windows Firewall
- Diagnose network issues
- Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot network settings
- Configure DHCP settings
- Manage routing tables
- Monitor network statistics
- Configure and manage wireless networks