IP Organizer is a Free Way to Manage Multiple Static IP Settings

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IP Organizer is a Free Way to Manage Multiple Static IP Settings

by Lee Mathews Oct 3rd 2008

I can't read, write, or speak Turkish, but that didn't stop me from downloading BD IP Organizer. If you provide service for customers that need an easy way to switch IP settings, don't let it stop you, either.

NetSetMan - which I reviewed recently - may be English and sport a larger feature set, but it's not free for anyone but home users. I highly doubt that anyone that really, really needs this kind of application is not using it in at least one business environment.

What I was actually searching for was a free app that could be used commercially, and I found it. If you don't need NetSetMan's other features (like automatic drive and printer mapping or machine name changing), then IP Organizer is the way to go.

It lets you set profiles up for specific adapters and switch between them with a simple right-click on its system tray icon. An Englsh language file is included (a simple text doc that can be modified if you want to correct misspellings like "optain"), and you'll be able to select it during the initial launch.

Yes, it's a great tool for someone that takes a laptop from a static work environment to a DHCP home setting, but I've got my own reasons for loving IP Organizer.

Why do I think it's so great? If you're a tech and you spend any time programming access points, print servers, NAS devices, or other devices that ship with pre-configured IP addresses, you probably do your fair share of manual IP configuring and crossover cable use. Set up profiles for different vendors' default IPs, and save yourself some headaches.

There doesn't seem to be a limit to the number of connections you can create (and I set up a truckload), so it's also useful for the tech that needs multiple static IP settings for on-site work with client systems.

This one is a winner, regardless of the language impediment. It's freeware, Windows only. The download link is "Programi Yukle," or you can grab it from Softpedia.

Tags: ip address, IpAddress, network, networking

Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)

joshg said 12:27PM on 10-03-2008

Lee, it seems the file you linked to contains some known adware...

Scan type: Auto-Protect Scan
Event: Security Risk Found!
Risk: Adware.Horoscope
File: C:\Documents and Settings\j.grose\Local Settings\Temporary Internet Files\Content.IE5\7I46TTAO\IP_Organizer2[1].exe
Location: Unknown Storage

Lee Mathews said 12:33PM on 10-03-2008

What did you scan it with, Josh? I didn't get any reports on my laptop with ClamWin.

Lee Mathews said 12:44PM on 10-03-2008

Also, it's Softpedia certified. They're usually pretty good. Check the Softpedia DL link.

Trevor said 9:40PM on 10-05-2008

Norton is giving the same warning.

Matt said 2:15PM on 10-03-2008

Why can't these developers ever use the native Windows interface? Inevitably, the custom one they use looks like crap and defeats users' expectations about how it works.

Lee Mathews said 12:38PM on 10-03-2008

How did the interface affect how it works? Did it not switch your IP?

blaszta said 9:40PM on 10-05-2008

My ASUS notebook came pre-installed with a program called Asus Net4Switch, that do the same with this program + ability to setup network printer/share drive. It has nicer interface too.

You can download it at: http://dlsvr01.asus.com/pub/ASUS/nb/Apps/Net4Switch/Net4Switch_VT_080605.zip

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