I just installed Ubuntu server, but I can't figure out how to connect to the internet, can any one help me? Doing it through Ethernet or WiFi are both available options and please keep in mind I am new to the terminal. Thanks!
1 Answer
Option1:
if you are working with dhcp
First of all, make sure that your interface is down
sudo ifdown eth0
Now edit the interfaces
sudo nano /etc/network/interfaces
and then add the following lines
auto eth0
iface eth0 inet dhcp
Replace eth0 with the correct number if it's not true.
Now head back , and make interface goes up
sudo ifup eth0
Option2:
For giving static IP.
First of all, make sure that your interface is down
sudo ifdown eth0
Now edit the interfaces file
sudo nano /etc/network/interfaces
and then add the following lines
auto eth0
iface eth0 inet static
address <IP Address>
netmask <Network Mask>
gateway <Default Gateway>
I suppose you know what is Ip,netmask and gateway.
Now for your DNS
sudo nano /etc/resolv.conf
This file should be edited to contain the following lines only
nameserver 208.67.222.222
nameserver 208.67.220.220
Replace the values with yours
Now head back , and make interface goes up
sudo ifup eth0
check this : https://help.ubuntu.com/community/NetworkConfigurationCommandLine/Automatic
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Do I need to need to input the IP, network mask and gateway values and if so how do I get them? Thanks for your help by the way! Feb 10, 2014 at 6:47
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When I run Ubuntu Desktop and I believe I have DHCP.. Under my Network settings, under the Ipv4 tab it says "Automatic (DHCP)", but that's all I know. Would it be easier to plug into an Ethernet cable? Feb 10, 2014 at 7:01
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if you have a dhcp then just plug in your cable anddo option 1 in my answer– MaythuxFeb 10, 2014 at 7:03
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