Scrap the Linux-Mandrake and get yourself RedHat. Once it's installed,
you'll notice that, at boot, eth0 won't fail. Once that's done, open a
console and type "dhcpcd -DH" and that should get your information. I
actually paid for Linux-Mandrake, but I got Redhat for free from a mag. And
I constabtly use Win95 and NT for everything. I also disagree that only
linux is for people who want to "know" their machines. I find NT the best
overall OS, even though it's more expensive.
>From: "Ernie" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: Re: [newbie] ADSL and DHCP and Linux, oh my...
>Date: Sun, 10 Oct 1999 08:14:47 -0400
>
>Sorry, I don't know anything about ADSL as yet, but your last remark needed
>a response! It is true that Windoze is easier to set up than Linux. It is
>designed for people who are not interested in the computer, but only the
>things the computer can do. Linux on the other hand is designed by computer
>users, for computer users who want to know a little about what goes on on
>the inside. It is quite difficult to master, and is not for the faint of
>heart. The truth of the matter is that if you want easy, use Windoze, but
>if you want power, and are willing to work for it, use Linux. The rewards
>will be greater understanding of your computer, greater stability on the
>OS, and more power in your hands. For myself ( also a new Linux user ) the
>learning curve is well worth the effort.
>
>Ernie
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: David E. Metzener
> To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> Sent: Wednesday, October 06, 1999 10:23 AM
> Subject: [newbie] ADSL and DHCP and Linux, oh my...
>
>
> I have been trying to get Linux to see the internet. I have ADSL that
>was working fine for Windows, and now, when I try to get Linux to see the
>internet, I get this error:
>
> Determining IP information for eth0...Operation failed.
>
> The 'pump' command is the one failing. I have tried all the suggestions
>that I can in the mini-howto for DHCP. It still doesn't work. My ISP
>isn't much help, they tell me that they don't support Linux yet, but here
>is what has worked for others:
>
> IP Address: Obtain from server automatically
> WINS configuration: DHCP
> IP Gateway or default router: Leave blank or (0.0.0.0)
> Host: (YOUR userID)
> IP Network Class: C
> IP Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
> Default Domain: swbell.net
> DNS Server:
> If you cannot select "Server Assigned Name Server",
> then select the following:
> Primary DNS: 151.164.1.8
> Secondary DNS: 151.164.1.7
>
>
> I tried that too, I wasn't using my userID as my hostname. However,
>that also didn't work.
>
> I am just hoping that others here that have set up their Linux with ADSL
>will know what needs to be done. Everything else with the setup/install of
>Linux went VERY smoothly! I use Linux at work now and compared to Windows,
>it's billions of times more stable. However, so far I am finding
>connecting to the internet is still much easier in Windows. Sorry guys.
>*PLEASE* prove me wrong! :)
>
> Dave
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