How to Change the Main IP on Centos

Navigate to the network scripts directory.
[root@AT16-693 ~]# cd /etc/sysconfig/network-scripts
Locate the network interface file by typing ls
- In this example, the network interface file is call ifcfg-eth0
Edit that file using a text editor like nano or vi
- # nano ifcfg-eth0
Edit the IPADDR , NETMASK, and GATEWAY IPs to the correct IP that is provided on your service profile or ticket.
Save the changes.
Restart the network
- # service network restart
Test by pinging a website or an IP
Done!
Please submit a ticket if you cannot reach your server after changing the IP.

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