Enable Internet Access on BlackArch Linux (Wi-Fi & Ethernet Guide)

connect BlackArch Linux to the internet? This guide shows how to enable Wi-Fi and Ethernet on BlackArch with simple terminal commands and troubleshooting tips.

Introduction

BlackArch is a powerful penetration testing distribution built on top of Arch Linux. However, enabling internet access on a fresh install—especially with a minimalist setup—can be tricky. This guide walks you through enabling internet access via Ethernet and Wi-Fi using terminal commands.

Prerequisites

Before starting, make sure:

• You have sudo/root access
• A compatible network interface (Ethernet or Wi-Fi)

Identify Network Interfaces on blackarch linux

Run the following to list network interfaces:

ip a

Look for:

• eth0 or enp0s3 – Ethernet
• wlan0 or wlp2s0 – Wi-Fi

Configure to Enable Internet Connection

if you use ‘root’ user, then do not use ‘sudo’ command. otherwise any user need to use ‘sudo’ command

systemctl enable dhcpcd

First, enable dhcpcd Then, need to start dhcpcd

systemctl start dhcpcd

Wait a few seconds. Then, check the IP address. It will be assigned an automatic IP address.

Conclusions

That’s it! You’ve now successfully connected BlackArch Linux to the internet. Whether you’re using Wi-Fi or Ethernet, these steps will get you online quickly so you can focus on the fun part—hacking and learning.