Have you recently reinstalled Pihole DNS service only to find that it’s not running and FTL is offline? Read on to discover possible solutions to this issue.
Understanding the “DNS Server Not Responding” Error
If you’re seeing the “DNS Server Not Responding” error after reinstalling Pihole DNS Service and FTL, there are a few steps you can take to troubleshoot the issue.
First, check if your DNS server is running properly. You can do this by opening Command Prompt and typing “nslookup google.com“. If you receive a response with an IP address, your DNS server is working.
If your DNS server is running but you’re still seeing the error, try resetting your network settings. You can do this by going to “Settings > Network & Internet > Network reset“. This will remove all network adapters and reset your network settings to their default state.
If the issue persists, try using a different browser like Firefox or Edge to see if the error is specific to Chrome. You can also try temporarily disabling your antivirus software to see if that resolves the issue.
In some cases, the error may be caused by a problem with the domain controller. If you suspect this is the case, contact your IT department for assistance in resolving the issue.
Troubleshooting DNS Service Issues
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Restart the Pihole service
- Open the terminal
- Enter the command
sudo service pihole-FTL restart
- Check if the service is running by entering the command
sudo service pihole-FTL status
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Check if the FTL database is corrupted
- Open the terminal
- Enter the command
sudo service pihole-FTL stop - Enter the command
sudo mv /etc/pihole/pihole-FTL.db /etc/pihole/pihole-FTL.db.old - Restart the FTL service by entering the command
sudo service pihole-FTL start
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Check if the FTL service is enabled on startup
- Open the terminal
- Enter the command
sudo systemctl enable pihole-FTL.service
- Restart the Pi by entering the command
sudo reboot
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Check if the DNS settings are correct
- Open the web interface for Pihole
- Select “Settings” from the top menu
- Select the “DNS” tab
- Ensure that the DNS server is set to the correct IP address
- Ensure that the upstream DNS servers are configured correctly
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Check if the firewall is blocking the DNS service
- Open the terminal
- Enter the command
sudo ufw status
- If the firewall is active, enter the command
sudo ufw allow 53/tcpandsudo ufw allow 53/udp
Resolving Network Connection Issues
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If you are experiencing network connection issues after reinstalling the Pihole DNS service, there are a few steps you can take to resolve the issue.
First, check if the FTL is offline. If it is, try restarting the service using the following command: “sudo service pihole-FTL restart”.
Next, check if the DNS service is running. You can do this by running the command “pihole status”. If the service is not running, start it with “sudo service pihole start”.
If you are still having connection issues, try clearing your browser cache or using a different browser, such as Google Chrome.
If none of these steps work, it may be worth checking if your domain controller is functioning properly or if there are any DNS errors on your system. You can also try updating to the latest version of Windows (Windows 11) to see if that resolves the issue.
Updating Network Settings and Drivers
| Step | Instructions |
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| 1 | Check network settings to ensure the Pi is connected to the correct network. This can be done by running the command “ifconfig” or “ip addr” in the terminal. |
| 2 | Check the Pi’s DNS settings to ensure they are correct. This can be done by running the command “cat /etc/resolv.conf” in the terminal. |
| 3 | Update the Pi’s network settings and DNS settings if necessary. |
| 4 | Check for and install any updates for the Pi’s network drivers. This can be done by running the command “sudo apt-get update && sudo apt-get upgrade” in the terminal. |
| 5 | Check for and install any updates for the Pi’s Pi-hole software. This can be done by running the command “pihole -up” in the terminal. |
| 6 | Restart the Pi and check if the Pi-hole DNS service is running and FTL is online. |
Willard Morton is a passionate technology writer for helptechportal.com, focusing on the intersection of technology and sustainability. Holding a degree in Environmental Science and a strong interest in renewable energy, Willard’s articles explore how technology can help create a greener future. In his spare time, Willard enjoys hiking, gardening, and advocating for clean energy solutions.