Ubuntu: Change IP address - how it works

You can also change your IP address manually under the Linux operating system Ubuntu. In this practical tip, we will show you how to do it.

Change IP address manually on Ubuntu

The entry-level Ubuntu also comes with software for network management - the Network Manager.

1. The NetworkManager can be found in the Ubuntu application menu under "Settings"> "Network connections".
2. Optional: If the program is not available, you can install it via the terminal. Enter the command "sudo apt-get install network-manager network-manager-gnome". Then start the program with "sudo network-manager".
3. All available connections are displayed in the NetworkManager window.
4. Click on "edit" to open another window. There you can switch the method to "Manual" in the "IPv4 Settings" tab, enter your new IP address and then save it.