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Question type: general
MacOS
Wi-Fi / Ethernet
Hi all,
If a MacBook is connected to Wi-Fi and Ethernet, which method will be used for connecting to the Internet?
Let's say that I would like to use Internet with cable, but I need Wi-Fi for features like Airdrop and so on.
How can I be sure that the mac will use Ethernet connection for Internet access?
I suspect maybe through system report and checking interfaces, like en0 etc?
Thanks!
MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 10.13
In system network preferences put Ethernet at the top of the list. The network at the top takes precedence. So if you are connected to Ethernet it will use the Ethernet connection. Wifi will be used only if Ethernet is not available.
In system network preferences put Ethernet at the top of the list. The network at the top takes precedence. So if you are connected to Ethernet it will use the Ethernet connection. Wifi will be used only if Ethernet is not available.
Like the man says.
Use the Gear Icon under the list of interfaces to "Set Service Order'. Drag Ethernet to the top.
You can leave Wi-Fi running, and it will be used for the things it specializes in, while packets going to the Internet will be sent over Ethernet, if available.
Priority Wi-Fi / Ethernet
