How do I set a static IP address in Raspbian "Jessie" using /etc/dhcpcd.conf?

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Despite lots of confusing information out there, it is actually pretty straightforward to set a static address in Raspbian.

Being by editing the file (do not use /etc/network/interfaces anymore!)

sudo vi /etc/dhcpcd.conf

Then all you need to do is append this to the bottom of the file, substituting the correct IP address and interface identifier you want.

interface eth0
static ip_address=192.168.1.141/24
static routers=192.168.1.1
static domain_name_servers=192.168.1.1

Restart your Pi to apply the changes.

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Will the...

sudo vi /etc/dhcpcd.conf

command allow one to change/edit the static IP address or just view it?

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You can edit it with that command, but you'd need to know how to use it. Try nano instead.

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Adventures of VIM

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I had better luck setting a static IP for a WiFi connection by editing:

/etc/wpa_supplicant/wpa_supplicant.conf