I have a reqmnt to switch from a DHCP to a static IP on my laptop all the time. In Red Hat, it is very simple to do this using "System Settings --> Network " from the main menu. How do I do this on Suse 8.2? For now, I am forced to change the ifcfg-<device> file under /etc/sysconfig/network. -Shesh
Le jeudi 25 septembre 2003, 20:59:54 ou environ Turd Ferguson <turdferguson@infowest.com> a écrit:
How do I do this on Suse 8.2? The "basic" network settings in YaST should do the trick. :) > -- > "Turd Ferguson. Yeah, he's a funny guy." > ~Burt Reynolds (As portrayed by Norm McDonald of SNL) >
"Basic network settings" is not enough. Yesterday I installed SuSE-8.2. Installation is a marvel. All the devices are automatically detected and configured. Applications are automatically installed (too many unfortunately, I would prefer to have the list of software to choose. Now I'll have to uninstall an useless mplayer without codecs and with Yast2 it takes time). Problem on which "icon" in "basic network" do I have to click-click to get rid of the dhcp settings and install a fixed address. If I try: # ifconfig eth0 netmask 255.255.255.224 192.168.x.x up I have something like "installation impossible or not allowed". That particuler setting was easier and faster with Yast1 Another question: can someone remind me how and when (and why) to use "checkinstall" when installing a tar file. Thank You, -- Alain Barthélemy cassandre@bartydeux.be http://www.bartydeux.be Linux User #315631
I would prefer to have the list of software to
choose. Now I'll have to uninstall an useless mplayer without codecs and with Yast2 it takes time). Never install a pre-selected system always do custom and select what you want <yes I agree pre-ready systems are bloated> (its a lot easier than what you are experiencing unistalling worthless stuff)
Problem on which "icon" in "basic network" do I have to click-click to get rid of the dhcp settings and install a fixed address. If I try: easiest way is via command line curses based YAST which is also tons faster:
yast->network devices->network card->ALT+h->ALT+e now go to town
# ifconfig eth0 netmask 255.255.255.224 192.168.x.x up
try ifconfig eth0 netmask 255.255.255.224 address 192.168.x.x up
Another question: can someone remind me how and when (and why) to use "checkinstall" when installing a tar file.
I think you are talking about gunzip file.tar.gz tar -xvf file.tar ./configure make make checkinstall (this is done to make sure everything is in order prior to really installing) make install David Blomberg AIS, APS, ASE, CCNA, LCA, LCP, Linux+, MCP, MCSA, MCSE, RHCE, Server+ I used to be technically competent now I can only claim that I certified
In a previous message, David Blomber <dblomber@davelinux.com> wrote:
Another question: can someone remind me how and when (and why) to use "checkinstall" when installing a tar file. I think you are talking about
gunzip file.tar.gz tar -xvf file.tar ./configure make make checkinstall
That's not right - you're thinking of "make check" or something like that. Checkinstall is a tool to create an RPM automatically during installation and is used *instead* of 'make install'. I always use checkinstall when compiling software, becuase it makes uninstalling it a doddle, and keeps the RPM database in sync with what's installed. John -- John Pettigrew Headstrong Games john@headstrong-games.co.uk Fun : Strategy : Price http://www.headstrong-games.co.uk/ Board games that won't break the bank
On Fri, 2003-09-26 at 09:11, John Pettigrew wrote:
In a previous message, David Blomber <dblomber@davelinux.com> wrote:
Another question: can someone remind me how and when (and why) to use "checkinstall" when installing a tar file. I think you are talking about
gunzip file.tar.gz tar -xvf file.tar ./configure make make checkinstall
That's not right - you're thinking of "make check" or something like that.
Checkinstall is a tool to create an RPM automatically during installation and is used *instead* of 'make install'. I always use checkinstall when compiling software, becuase it makes uninstalling it a doddle, and keeps the RPM database in sync with what's installed.
John
And this has WHAT to do with the subject line? Looks like someone hi- jacked another thread. If you have a new subject to discuss start a new email please. This also f*^%s up the thread in the archives.
Le vendredi 26 septembre 2003, 14:11:08 ou environ John Pettigrew <john@xl-cambridge.com> a écrit:
In a previous message, David Blomber <dblomber@davelinux.com> wrote:
Another question: can someone remind me how and when (and why) to use "checkinstall" when installing a tar file. I think you are talking about
gunzip file.tar.gz tar -xvf file.tar ./configure make make checkinstall
That's not right - you're thinking of "make check" or something like that.
Checkinstall is a tool to create an RPM automatically during installation and is used *instead* of 'make install'. I always use checkinstall when compiling software, becuase it makes uninstalling it a doddle, and keeps the RPM database in sync with what's installed.
John -- John Pettigrew Headstrong Games john@headstrong-games.co.uk Fun : Strategy : Price http://www.headstrong-games.co.uk/ Board games that won't break the bank
Thanks, that's what I read once but forgot. -- Alain Barthélemy cassandre@bartydeux.be http://www.bartydeux.be Linux User #315631
On Friday 26 September 2003 08:23, David Blomber wrote:
I would prefer to have the list of software to
Another question: can someone remind me how and when (and why) to use "checkinstall" when installing a tar file.
I think you are talking about
gunzip file.tar.gz tar -xvf file.tar ./configure make make checkinstall (this is done to make sure everything is in order prior to really installing) make install
checkinstall will build an rpm of the file and adds it to your rpm database. ./configure make checkinstall
Use YaST2 ........... Network Devices --> Network Card --> Change. Regards Sid. Shesh Kondi wrote:
I have a reqmnt to switch from a DHCP to a static IP on my laptop all the time. In Red Hat, it is very simple to do this using "System Settings --> Network " from the main menu.
How do I do this on Suse 8.2?
For now, I am forced to change the ifcfg-<device> file under /etc/sysconfig/network.
-Shesh
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Use YaST2 ........... Network Devices --> Network Card --> Change. Sid, I agree 100%. I drag my laptop with me all the time, and in some places (such as MIT) I need a static IP. YaST provides a quick and easy way to not only change the ip address, but also to switch from dynamic to static IPs.
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On Thursday 25 September 2003 19:44, Shesh Kondi wrote:
I have a reqmnt to switch from a DHCP to a static IP on my laptop all the time. In Red Hat, it is very simple to do this using "System Settings --> Network " from the main menu.
How do I do this on Suse 8.2?
For now, I am forced to change the ifcfg-<device> file under /etc/sysconfig/network.
-Shesh
I do this all the time. At home, I assign a static IP on my LAN (192.168.1.x/24) which saves me from having to wait for a DHCP address to be assigned at boot. I generally leave the systemk set up this way even when I go to my office. Once the system is booted at the office, I simply type "dhcpd -d -N eth0" to acquire an address on the office network. If I arrive at a client site where they assign static addresses, I just override the 192.168 address with manual ifconfig and route commands. I would actually prefer to use scpm, but I have not had the time to sit down and puzzle it all out, and I can't for the life of me find a tutorial anywhere which clearly explains how scpm is supposed to work. If anyone knows of a pointer to one, I'd appreciate it. Mark Almeida -- Powered by SuSE Linux Pro 8.2/Kmail 1.5.3
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