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Alessandro Autiero
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- [Windows 10](https://pureinfotech.com/set-static-ip-address-windows-10/)
### 1. Log into Your Router
### 2. Log into Your Router
You'll need to access your router's web interface at 192.168.1.1.
You might need a username and a password to log in: refer to your router's manual for precise instructions.
### 2. Find the Port Forwarding Section
### 3. Find the Port Forwarding Section
Once logged in, navigate to the port forwarding section of your router's settings.
This location may vary from router to router, but it's typically labeled as "Port Forwarding," "Port Mapping," or "Virtual Server."
This location may vary from router to router, but it's typically labelled as "Port Forwarding," "Port Mapping," or "Virtual Server."
Refer to your router's manual for precise instructions.
### 3. Add a Port Forwarding Rule
### 4. Add a Port Forwarding Rule
Now, you'll need to create a new port forwarding rule. Here's what you'll typically need to specify:
- **Service Name:** Choose a name for your port forwarding rule (e.g., "Fortnite Game Server").
- **Port Number:** Enter 7777 for both the external and internal port.
- **Port Number:** Enter 7777 for both the external and internal ports.
- **Protocol:** Select the UDP protocol.
- **Internal IP Address:** Enter the static IP address you set earlier.
- **Enable:** Make sure the port forwarding rule is enabled.
### 4. Save and Apply the Changes
### 5. Save and Apply the Changes
After configuring the port forwarding rule, save your changes and apply them.
This step may involve clicking a "Save" or "Apply" button on your router's web interface.
### 5. Try hosting a game!
### 6. Try hosting a game!