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RedHat 9: Cannot connect to the Internet
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Hello everyone.
I am running RedHat 9 in VMWare 4. Everything works fine, except for the Internet connection, which I can't configure.
I am connected to a home network, with two computers. I can access the Internet from this computer using Windows XP (my host OS), but it doesn't seem to work in RedHat. My ISP doesn't require authentication nor anything like that, as it is an always-on connection.
I have tried to string all eth0 files with the "check_link_down" function, and that made eth0 return a success message when I do "ifup eth0", instead of the "check cable" message I was getting. But still, the Internet doesn't work... What can I do?
Thanks in advance, from a newbie
I am running RedHat 9 in VMWare 4. Everything works fine, except for the Internet connection, which I can't configure.
I am connected to a home network, with two computers. I can access the Internet from this computer using Windows XP (my host OS), but it doesn't seem to work in RedHat. My ISP doesn't require authentication nor anything like that, as it is an always-on connection.
I have tried to string all eth0 files with the "check_link_down" function, and that made eth0 return a success message when I do "ifup eth0", instead of the "check cable" message I was getting. But still, the Internet doesn't work... What can I do?
Thanks in advance, from a newbie
More info on your network setup would help also:
- What make/model of NIC?
- Cable or DSL Internet access?
- Is there a router in the picture, or does the computer connect directly to your cable/dsl modem?
- Are you using DHCP or static IP assignment?
If you're using static IP addressing, check out some of the suggestions in this article:
http://www.stevewolfonline.com/Downl.../NICConfig.txt
- What make/model of NIC?
- Cable or DSL Internet access?
- Is there a router in the picture, or does the computer connect directly to your cable/dsl modem?
- Are you using DHCP or static IP assignment?
If you're using static IP addressing, check out some of the suggestions in this article:
http://www.stevewolfonline.com/Downl.../NICConfig.txt
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As I couldn't copy/paste the result, I took a screenshot.
http://www.imageshosted.com/images/9...hat_ifconf.jpg
As for DMR, I'm afraid I don't know what a NIC is... I'm using cable access; this computer connects to another one in my network; not sure: I know I get a different IP everytime I reset my modem :o
http://www.imageshosted.com/images/9...hat_ifconf.jpg
As for DMR, I'm afraid I don't know what a NIC is... I'm using cable access; this computer connects to another one in my network; not sure: I know I get a different IP everytime I reset my modem :o
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Originally Posted by BoogaBooga
As I couldn't copy/paste the result, I took a screenshot... As for DMR, I'm afraid I don't know what a NIC is
Your screenshot shows the network card to be up and running, with what appears to be a valid IP and subnet mask. That's a good first sign.
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Originally Posted by BoogaBooga
I'm using cable access; this computer connects to another one in my network; not sure: I know I get a different IP everytime I reset my modem :o
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Thanks for your pacience.
As for my network details, it's not very complex: this laptop connects through a crossed-over ethernet cable into another ethernet port in the desktop. Once in the desktop, another ethernet port connects into the modem.
Just in case it's needed, the modem is currently USRobotics. I said currently because I'm expecting my ISP to send me a new one - they are upgrading their network.
As for my network details, it's not very complex: this laptop connects through a crossed-over ethernet cable into another ethernet port in the desktop. Once in the desktop, another ethernet port connects into the modem.
Just in case it's needed, the modem is currently USRobotics. I said currently because I'm expecting my ISP to send me a new one - they are upgrading their network.
Oh, I see- it's an Internet Connection Sharing setup with the Linux/XP laptop getting its Internet access through the desktop machine, yes?
If so, you should check (on the laptop) the TCP/IP settings that you have in XP's Local Area Conncetion properties, as you'll need to replicate those in Linux's configuration. The first thing to look for in the XP TCP/IP setup is:
is it set to obtain an IP address and DNS server addresses automatically, or is the IP information entered manually under the "Use the following..." options?
Let us know which way XP is configured, and if it's set up manually, please give us the IP/Gateway/subnet mask/DNS info that's entered there.
If so, you should check (on the laptop) the TCP/IP settings that you have in XP's Local Area Conncetion properties, as you'll need to replicate those in Linux's configuration. The first thing to look for in the XP TCP/IP setup is:
is it set to obtain an IP address and DNS server addresses automatically, or is the IP information entered manually under the "Use the following..." options?
Let us know which way XP is configured, and if it's set up manually, please give us the IP/Gateway/subnet mask/DNS info that's entered there.
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Please do not contact me by email or PM for help. We're all volunteers here, and only have so much free time to dedicate to our efforts.
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When I go to the "Support" separator of my connection Properties, I get this:
Address Type: Assigned by DHCP
IP Address: 192.168.0.75 (this one keeps changing, I think...)
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
Default Gateway: 127.0.0.1
The above were returned in the laptop. Am I supposed to give you the desktop ones?
Thanks.
Address Type: Assigned by DHCP
IP Address: 192.168.0.75 (this one keeps changing, I think...)
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
Default Gateway: 127.0.0.1
The above were returned in the laptop. Am I supposed to give you the desktop ones?
Thanks.
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Originally Posted by BoogaBooga
When I go to the "Support" separator of my connection Properties...
I have to log off right now ("real life" work calls), but in the mean time can you look at (and post) the settings in the Win XP Local Area Connection properties please? I don't think the Gateway IP of 127.0.0.1 (the local loopback address) you gave is going to work in the Linux setup.
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Please do not contact me by email or PM for help. We're all volunteers here, and only have so much free time to dedicate to our efforts.
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Originally Posted by DMR
That description doesn't sound like you're looking at the standard Windows XP Local Area Connection properties in your Network Connection settings under the Start menu. Seems like you're looking at some vendor-provided connection utility instead.
I have to log off right now ("real life" work calls), but in the mean time can you look at (and post) the settings in the Win XP Local Area Connection properties please? I don't think the Gateway IP of 127.0.0.1 (the local loopback address) you gave is going to work in the Linux setup.
Additionally, you can open a command prompt in Windows and try ipconfig /all-- that should give detailed IP address, Gateway, and DNS information.
Alex Cavnar, aka alc6379
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