How to Change DNS Servers on Windows

Switching to ApexGuard’s DNS servers can improve your connection. Follow these steps:

Windows 7, 8.1, and 10

1. Right-click the network icon in the taskbar and select Network and Sharing Center.
2. Click Change Adapter Options.
3. Right-click TAP-ApexGuard Windows Adapter V9 and select Properties.
4. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and click Properties.
5. Choose Use the following DNS server addresses and enter:
   • Preferred DNS server: 103.86.96.100
   • Alternate DNS server: 103.86.99.100
6. Repeat steps 3–5 for your physical network adapter (Ethernet or Wi-Fi).

Windows 11

1. Open the magnifying glass icon and search for Manage Network Adapter Settings.
2. Select TAP-ApexGuard Windows Adapter V9 and click View Additional Properties.
3. Next to DNS server assignment, click Edit.
4. In the pop-up window, choose Manual:
   • Turn on IPv4.
   • Enter:
     • Preferred DNS: 103.86.96.100
     • Alternate DNS: 103.86.99.100
   • Turn off IPv6.
   • Click Save.
5. Repeat steps 2–4 for your physical network adapter (Ethernet or Wi-Fi).