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title: "How to set up the network and change the hostname"
slug: "installation-how-to-set-up-the-network-and-change-the-hostname"
updated: 2026-11-03T14:48:02Z
published: 2026-11-03T14:48:02Z
canonical: "docs.senhasegura.io/installation-how-to-set-up-the-network-and-change-the-hostname"
---

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# How to set up the network and change the hostname

This guide provides step-by-step instructions for setting up the network and changing the hostname of your Segura™ application.

## Requirements

- You must have the Segura™ application virtual appliance installed in your virtualizer or your cloud services provider. More information in [Virtual Appliances](/v4-2/docs/installation-virtual-appliances).

## How to set up the network and change the hostname

To set up the network and change the hostname of your Segura™ VM, follow these steps:

1. [Start a SSH session using Segura™’s administrative user](/v4-2/docs/administration-ssh-access).
2. To change the default hostname of your Segura™ instance, run the following command replacing `<new_hostname>` with your desired hostname:

```
$ sudo orbit hostname <new_hostname>
```

Caution

Modifying the hostname is essential for generating a valid application activation code.
3. Run the following command to set up the primary network interface:

```
$ sudo orbit network
```
4. You’ll be prompted to enter the following information:
  - **IP Address**: enter the desired IP address.
  - **Netmask**: enter the netmask address.
  - **Gateway**: enter the gateway address.
5. Ensure the details are entered correctly and type `Y`. Upon successful configuration, a confirmation message will be displayed, indicating a successful setup.
6. Once you’ve completed the network interface configurations and changed the hostname, reboot the Segura™ instance:

```
$ sudo shutdown --reboot
```