Mac OS X Computer Name and IP Address

Step-by-Step

To locate the name of your Mac OS X computer or it's current IP address:

  • Click the Apple menu in the top left corner of your screen.
  • Select System Settings.
  • Scroll down in the left sidebar and click on General. Then select About . Here, you can see the "Name" of your Mac.
  • To find your IP address, go back to the main System Settings screen.
  • In the left sidebar, select Network. This will open the Network settings.
  • Choose your network connection type on the left side (e.g., Wi-Fi, Ethernet).
  • Click on "Details".
  • Scroll down to see the IP address. 
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