First, you need to configure ssh and the rest of the settings via raspi-config. Then connect the rpi via ethernet cable and power it on.

The usual ip address I get is 192.168.2.2

So in the terminal enter the command ssh [email protected] and see if it responds. If not, try running the arp -a command to view possible addresses the pi may have taken.

Once you find the right IP, you will be asked to enter password. Then you're in!

First, you need to configure ssh and the rest of the settings via raspi-config. Second, you'll need to make sure your computer's "internet sharing" settings are set to allow such a connection. With a Mac this is in the Internet Sharing section of System Preferences.

Then connect the rpi via ethernet cable and power it on.

The usual ip address I get is 192.168.2.2 (sometimes it is 192.168.2.3 or 192.168.2.4).

So in the terminal enter the command ssh [email protected] and see if it responds. If not, try running the arp -a command to view possible addresses the pi may have taken.

Once you find the right IP, you will be asked to enter password. Then you're in!