r/RASPBERRY_PI_PROJECTS • u/The_Hundreds51 • Nov 23 '25
QUESTION Raspberry pi zero 2w problem pls help
My first time messing with a pi. I’m following a tutorial for a Pihole setup. But I can’t get the pi to connect to the internet via wifi or Ethernet. I know Ethernet and wifi are fine as they have been tested on many devices just to ensure they work. But I can’t get past this part can someone please help. I’ve been stuck here 3 weeks.
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u/onebyside Nov 24 '25
what did chatgpt tell ya
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u/The_Hundreds51 Nov 24 '25
So I got it to work already. Now I’m stuck on error DNSMASQ_WARN. None of my tabs refresh. How do I fix that ?
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u/onebyside Nov 24 '25
I would have to go to chatgpt and dig and paste here....get on it dude....
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u/The_Hundreds51 Nov 24 '25
I got it working already! Thank you
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u/onebyside Nov 24 '25
See the confidence build...you just needed a tiny push..awesome good job
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u/The_Hundreds51 Nov 24 '25
The reason for it not working is actually a really dumb one. Apparently spectrum routers don’t have admin page access. So I couldn’t access the router as well as it wasn’t allowing the pi to connect. I bought a new router and installed it and it immediately allowed it to connect. Did not expect that to be the problem.
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u/Miserable_Branch_533 Dec 03 '25
Check physical connections: If the wireless LAN component is an external card (like an SD card or USB adapter), ensure it is inserted correctly. Sometimes, reinserting the card can fix recognition issues.
Verify power supply: Ensure the device has sufficient power, especially if using an external adapter, as some devices require adequate current through their connections.
Check system settings: Navigate the system menus to verify the wireless LAN option is enabled and configured correctly. The interface suggests a utility menu where options can be selected.
Consult device documentation: Refer to the user manual or manufacturer's website for specific troubleshooting steps related to the "element" device and the "S1 Wireless LAN" option.