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Discussion on: Headless Raspberry Pi Zero W Setup

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TheAnachronist

Total beginner - can you further break down/explain "Using nmap or a network scanner like LanScan you have to obtain the new device connected to your network. The Pi also exposes raspberrypi as a hostname."? I am legit trying to follow a CHILDREN'S RASPBERRY PI TUTORIAL, and I can't - so, explain it like I'm even dumber than a toddler... ::eye roll::

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vorillaz

Hey, apologies for the late reply.
So, in order to make this work, you shall find the IP address of the board. Once the boards get connected with your WiFi you need to find out its IP address.
The official RPI docs have a well-documented set of instructions: raspberrypi.org/documentation/remo...

P.S The is no such thing as a beginner and sometimes when you're digging through uncharted waters things may seem a bit overwhelming, but since you'll get a few bits of information everything will be crystal clear :).

Keep up and let me know if you need any extra help.