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Interfaces

Provides instructions on how to edit a network physical interface and a list of other FreeCORE network interface tutorials.

Editing an Interface

Important

Be careful when configuring the network interface that controls the FreeCORE® web interface. An error can result in the loss of web connectivity.

Network > Interfaces lists all physical Network Interface Controllers (NICs) connected to your FreeCORE® system.

NetworkInterfaces
Figure 1: Interfaces List

To edit an interface, click > next to it to expand the view. This provides a general description about the chosen interface. Click EDIT.

Note

Go to System > Failover and check the Disable Failover box, then click SAVE.

NetworkInterfaceDescription
Figure 2: Network Interface Description

Note

The Type of interface determines the interface editing options available.

See Interfaces Screen for more information on settings.

Saving Interface Changes

After completing interface editing, click SAVE. You have the option to TEST CHANGES or REVERT CHANGES. The default time for testing changes is 60 seconds, but you can change it to your desired setting.

NetworkInterfacesChangesPresent
Figure 3: Interface Changes Detected

After clicking TEST CHANGES, confirm your choice and click TEST CHANGES again.

NetworkInterfaceTestChangesNotice
Figure 4: Network Interface Test Changes Notice

Either click SAVE CHANGES or REVERT CHANGES. You have the time specified to make this choice. Clicking SAVE CHANGES opens a dialog with the option to CANCEL or SAVE network interface changes. Click SAVE.

NetworkInterfaceEditSaveChanges
Figure 5: Network Interface Edit Save Changes
NetworkInterfaceSaveChangesOption
Figure 6: Network Interface Save Changes Option

The system displays a dialog that shows the network interface changes are now permanent.

NetworkInterfaceDialog
Figure 7: Network Interface Dialog Box

Interface Articles

01
Setting Up a Network Bridge Provides instructions on setting up a network bridge interface on FreeCORE.
02
Setting Up Link Aggregations Provides instructions on setting up a network link aggregation (LAGG) interface on FreeCORE.
03
Setting Up a Network VLAN Provides instructions on setting up a network VLAN interface on FreeCORE.
04
Setting a Static IP Address for the FreeCORE UI Provides instructions on configuring a network interface for static routes on FreeCORE.