Issue with DNS Settings Applying Across Different Wi-Fi Networks on MacBook Air M2, Sonoma 14.3

Hello Everyone,


I'm experiencing an issue with my MacBook Air M2 running Sonoma 14.3, specifically with the DNS configuration settings. Here's the problem:

I have set a custom DNS server (192.168.1.105) for my home Wi-Fi network (let's call it "Wi-Fi A"). The configuration works perfectly while I'm connected to "Wi-Fi A". However, when I leave home and connect to a different Wi-Fi network, such as a public Wi-Fi or another private network, I've noticed that my MacBook still attempts to use the custom DNS server (192.168.1.105) I set for "Wi-Fi A". This is causing connectivity issues, as the custom DNS settings should ideally be specific to "Wi-Fi A" and not apply to other networks I connect to.


Here's what I've tried so far:

  • Double-checking the network settings to ensure the DNS is only set for "Wi-Fi A".
  • Restarting the MacBook.
  • Forgetting other networks and reconnecting.


Despite these efforts, the issue persists. I would expect the DNS settings to be network-specific and not global across all the networks I connect to. Is there a way to make DNS settings specific to each Wi-Fi network, or is there a setting I'm possibly overlooking?


Any guidance or suggestions on how to resolve this would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance for your help.


MacBook Air, macOS 14.3

Posted on Feb 2, 2024 8:06 PM

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Feb 3, 2024 1:50 AM in response to nawapatfrom...ไม่เปิดเผย

User wrote " I have set a custom DNS server (192.168.1.105) "


This IP address looks like the IP Address of your Home Router " Wi-Fi A"


It would be used for accessing the the Router to make an configuration changes to the Router itself


Like Changing the SSID Name or configuring the Signal Bands to broadcast only in g band, n Band, etc


Suggest undoing what you have already done


As log as you know the Password for the Wifi A Router - you need nothing more


Good Luck


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