Static DHCP lease reserves a local IP address for a device based on its MAC address. This means that each time the device connects to your network, it will be assigned the same IP by your router. It’s easier and safer than manually configuring a static IP on the device itself.
TP-Link Router (White)
TP-Link Router (White)
Step 1: Log In to Your Router
Open a browser and go to 192.168.0.1
Enter your admin password. If you haven’t set one yet, you’ll be prompted to create one
Step 2: Find LAN Settings
Click the Advanced tab
In the menu on the left, go to Network > LAN Settings
Step 3: Set the Static Lease
Scroll to Address Reservation and click + Add
Enter the MAC address of the device, or click Scan to detect it
Enter the IP address you want to reserve
Click OK to save your settings
Your device will now always get the same IP address when it connects.
Technicolor Router (Black)
Technicolor Router (Black)
Step 1: Log In to Your Router
Follow the steps in our Technicolor login guide.
Step 2: Find Your Device
Click on Devices
Search for the device name and make a note of its MAC address
If you don’t see the device listed, you can find the MAC address in the device’s network settings
Step 3: Add a Static Lease
Go to Local Network
Scroll to Static Leases and click Add new static lease
Fill in the following:
Hostname
MAC address (select or enter manually)
IP address (must be within your LAN’s range)
Click the green tick to save
Reboot or reconnect the device if the lease doesn’t apply right away.
Icotera Router (White)
Icotera Router (White)
Step 1: Log In to Your Router
Follow the steps in our Icotera login guide.
Step 2: Find Your Device
Click LAN under the Status menu
Locate your device and make note of its MAC address
If not visible, find the MAC address in the device’s network settings
Step 3: Add a Static Lease
Scroll to the Static Leases section
Fill in the following:
Hostname
MAC address
IP address (within your LAN range)
Check Enable
Click Add, then Save, and finally Apply
Once saved, your device will use the same IP address each time it connects. If it doesn’t apply right away, double-check the MAC address or reboot the device.
If you're having trouble setting up static leases, contact our Support team. We're happy to guide you, email us at support@brsk.co.uk or call us on 0203 925 5299.