IP address clash issue with PiHole setup
IP address clash issue with PiHole setup
The warning you saw is likely about potential conflicts between your router and modem. Since your modem is an ISP-provided device, it's best to avoid any settings changes that might interfere with its connection. Stick to the default configuration unless you're certain it's safe.
To configure a fixed IP address, choose any value you prefer while ensuring no other device shares it. Run arp -a in the terminal to view current network device addresses.
It depends on the situation, but it shouldn’t affect your Wi-Fi if there’s no conflict.
Network conflicts may lead to various complications. Occasionally the connection speeds drop significantly and sometimes accessing shared devices becomes impossible. After fixing the issue, the network usually restores quickly. However, if you reserve specific IP addresses from the DHCP pool, problems will be minimal unless you alter your router settings or restart it completely.