Re: How do I start auto DHCP?
as root
# dhclient eth0
where eth0 is the 1st interface
2009/9/6 Jason Hsu <jhsu802701@jasonhsu.com>:
> I successfully installed Debian on a laptop, but it's refusing to connect to the Internet. It had no difficulty connecting during the installation process, but it's not connecting now. How do I start a network connection? How do I start auto DHCP?
>
> It's a wired Ethernet connection.
>
> In Damn Small Linux, the Internet connection worked right out of the box. In Puppy Linux, I used this simple procedure:
>
> 1. Make sure that your DSL modem is powered on and properly connected to both your computer and the phone line.
> 2. Click on the "Connect" icon on the desktop.
> 3. Select the network/wireless LAN option.
> 4. Select eth0.
> 5. Click on "Auto DHCP"
> 6. When the configuration succeeds, save it.
> 7. Select Done.
>
> What's the analogous procedure in Debian Linux?
>
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> Jason Hsu <jhsu802701@jasonhsu.com>
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Umarzuki Mochlis
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