TCP/IP defines how your PC communicates with other PCs. To make it easier to manage TCP/IP settings, we recommend using automated Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP). DHCP automatically assigns Internet Protocol (IP) addresses to the computers on your network if your network supports it.

Cast to a display from a Windows PC. You can wirelessly connect your PC to a TV, projector, or other kind of external display that supports Miracast. Turn on your TV, projector, or other display. If you're using a Miracast dongle or adapter, make sure it's plugged in to the display.

When you record game clips and capture screenshots, you can share those highlights with a few close friends or an entire gaming community. It’s your choice. On Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles, share to Xbox via your profile’s activity feed, clubs, or messages.

Here are some best practices for earning Microsoft Rewards points so you can redeem them for gift cards, games, sweepstakes, nonprofit donations, and more.

If you see “UPnP Not Successful” in your console’s Network settings, first see if your router needs an update. If your router has the latest manufacturer update: Sign in to your router’s setup webpage, and make sure the router’s UPnP setting is turned on.

Step 1: Turn on UPnP to refresh your NAT table. UPnP is a standard that helps routers communicate effectively. If your router or gateway supports UPnP, it’s likely turned on by default. In some scenarios, you may be able to resolve connectivity issues by refreshing the Network Address Translation (NAT) table.

There are four ways to open Snipping Tool: Select the Start button, enter snipping tool, then select Snipping Tool from the results. Press Windows logo key + Shift + S for a static image snip. Press Print Screen (PrtSc) for a static image snip. Press Windows logo key + Shift + R for a video snip.

If you are having issues installing or updating Gaming Services on your PC, or if you are noticing that the Xbox app for PC is launching with missing content, you may want to download and run the Gaming Services Repair Tool for PC.

Try running these network commands to manually reset the TCP/IP stack, release and renew the IP address, and flush and reset the DNS client resolver cache: Select Search on the taskbar, type Command prompt .

Frequently asked questions about the Phone Link. If you're running into issues while setting up the app for the first time, try these troubleshooting tips. If your question isn't addressed below, the Phone Link troubleshooting page may help.