I googled "feisty fawn network manager" and it brought me here. Reading the 
dialog above, I think my comments might be relevant. I too am totally 
frustrated with Network Manager. It converts a static IP to the zero configure 
IP of 169.x.x.x the instant the NIC patch cable is disconnected. Details:
In a network communications class, I use a live CD PC to simply ping another. 
(My focus is on Cisco switch configuration.) Boot Feisty Fawn Herd 5 LiveCD. 
Use the GUI to set IP on eth0 to 1.1.1.9/24. Repeat with other PC to 
1.1.1.10/24. All works well. I disconnect cable temporarily and Network Manager 
reconfigures eth0 to 169.x.x.x. I then attempt to use the Network Manager to 
change this and get the same result.
I see many posts noting goofy results with NM. Works like its Alpha level code. 
Should Ubuntu wait until this thing is ready for prime time?
Scott

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[feisty fawn] NetworkManager reports incorrect online status
https://launchpad.net/bugs/82927

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