### How can macOS acquire an IP address from my router?
After configuring the container for [macvlan](#how-do-i-assign-an-individual-ip-address-to-the-container), it is possible for macOS to become part of your home network by requesting an IP from your router, just like a real PC.
After configuring the container for [macvlan](#how-do-i-assign-an-individual-ip-address-to-the-container), it is possible for macOS to become part of your home network by requesting an IP from your router, just like your other devices.
To enable this mode, in which the container and macOS will have separate IP addresses, add the following lines to your compose file: