> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://documentation.hak5.org/packet-squirrel-mark-ii/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://documentation.hak5.org/packet-squirrel-mark-ii/getting-started/getting-the-packet-squirrel-online.md).

# Getting the Packet Squirrel online

To get your Packet Squirrel online, plug the Network Ethernet port into an Internet connected network that supports DHCP.

In Arming & Configuration mode, `NAT`, `BRIDGE`, or `JAIL` [network modes](/packet-squirrel-mark-ii/getting-started/networking-and-modes.md), the Packet Squirrel will obtain an IP address from the network port via DHCP.  It can also connect to a Cloud C² server and VPN servers.

While in Arming & Configuration mode, the Packet Squirrel web UI will display the IP address under the Settings -> Networking panel.

In `TRANSPARENT` and `ISOLATE` network modes, the Packet Squirrel does not obtain an IP, and will not be reachable from the network.