Windows 7 Setting Up IIS on Windows 7: How to Use a Modem IP Instead of Router IP

To set up your own website using IIS (Internet Information Services) on Windows 7 Ultimate and ensure that your IP address comes directly from your modem rather than from your wireless router, you can achieve this by configuring your network setup correctly. Here is a general guide to help you through the process: 1. Obtain Public IP from Modem: - Connect your Windows 7 computer directly to your modem using an Ethernet cable. - Check the IP address obtained on your Windows 7 computer. If it starts with "192.168" or "10.x", it means it's a private IP through the router. 2. Bridge Mode or DMZ: - Some routers have a "Bridge Mode" option that allows you to bypass the router's DHCP and NAT functions. This helps your device get the public IP directly from the modem. - Alternatively, you can use the DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) option on your router to forward all incoming traffic to a specific device (your Windows 7 computer in this case), which effectively exposes it to the internet as if it were directly connected to the modem. 3. Setting Up the Bridge or DMZ: - Access your router's settings page by entering your router's IP address in a web browser (usually something like 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1). - Look for the Bridge Mode or DMZ option in your router settings and follow the instructions to enable it. 4. Static IP Configuration: - To ensure a consistent IP address for your Windows 7 computer, you can set up a static IP address within the range provided by your modem. - Go to Network and Sharing Center -> Change adapter settings -> Right-click on your network adapter -> Properties -> TCP/IPv4 properties -> Use the following IP address. 5. Port Forwarding: - If you are hosting a website, you will also need to configure port forwarding on your router to direct incoming web traffic (usually on port 80 for HTTP) to your Windows 7 computer running IIS. 6.Choosing a Bridge: - If you do need to purchase a separate bridge device, look for one that is capable of operating in bridge mode or provides a transparent network connection without interfering with the IP address assignment. By following these steps and configuring your network settings accordingly, you should be able to set up your website using IIS on Windows 7 Ultimate with the IP address coming directly from your modem.