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DNS settings changes after shutdown

Hi all,


I'm on High Sierra version 10.13 with a 2015 13-inch Retina MacBook Pro. My problem is that, after changing DNS servers in the settings app (I'm using the google one- 8.8.8.8), the settings take but only up until I shut down my laptop. After shutting down and restarting, I have to re-enter the DNS address again because it won't save. Anyone else experiencing this problem?


Thanks a lot!

MacBook Pro (Retina, 13-inch,Early 2015), macOS High Sierra (10.13)

Posted on Oct 27, 2017 5:40 AM

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Oct 27, 2017 5:54 AM in response to Nimbits

Reset the NVRAM and reboot, failing that delete the connection create a new one:


Open network preferences under >System Preferences/Network

unlock the panel with your administrative credentials if you need to


select the service:

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delete the service by clicking "-"

then create a new service by clicking "+"

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Create a new interface and use the default name

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then configure as needed, then reboot.


if the problem persists either try with a new account or repeat the previously outlined steps after doing this:

Shut down, then disconnect all external devices


reset the smc

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201295


reset the NVRAM

How to reset NVRAM on your Mac - Apple Support


then boot into safe mode

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201262


then reboot normally with devices disconnected.

Oct 27, 2017 10:47 AM in response to Nimbits

Make sure you have set up location as automatic , set WPA2 Personal , and saved a password for wireless network in the setting , do not enable proxies .

Once google DNS server settings ( 8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4 ) are added by clicking on plus sign you have to click on ok .

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Then come to the first page and click on " apply " to get the setting saved .


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DNS settings changes after shutdown

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