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    New install PFSense 2.5.0 DNS resolver issue

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      kris11
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      Hi guys I am a noob at networking and really need help.

      I recently installed PFSense in a PC and I have followed the right way to install it and everything works fine, except that I can't ping anything outside my router and PFSense. I tried pinging google.com but to no avail. How can I make my PFSense ping outside or give internet to my switch? really sorry for this noob question.

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        SteveITS Galactic Empire @kris11
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        The default LAN rules should allow from LAN to any. Can you ping an IP address, e.g. 8.8.8.8? Can you ping from pfSense (diagnostics menu).

        Pre-2.7.2/23.09: Only install packages for your version, or risk breaking it. Select your branch in System/Update/Update Settings.
        When upgrading, allow 10-15 minutes to restart, or more depending on packages and device speed.
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          kris11 @SteveITS
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          @teamits

          it says ping to no route

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            SteveITS Galactic Empire @kris11
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            The inability to ping an IP sounds like a connection issue not a DNS issue. If pfSense can't ping that implies an ISP issue. Can you traceroute out to an IP from the diagnostics menu to see how far you get?

            Pre-2.7.2/23.09: Only install packages for your version, or risk breaking it. Select your branch in System/Update/Update Settings.
            When upgrading, allow 10-15 minutes to restart, or more depending on packages and device speed.
            Upvote ๐Ÿ‘ helpful posts!

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