6Click the Activate button to apply the changes. The following screen displays. Click

Yes to save the changes in all screens.

Figure 68 Red Hat 9.0: KDE: Network Configuration: Activate

7After the network card restart process is complete, make sure the Status is Active in the Network Configuration screen.

Using Configuration Files

Follow the steps below to edit the network configuration files and set your computer IP address.

1Assuming that you have only one network card on the computer, locate the ifconfig- eth0 configuration file (where eth0 is the name of the Ethernet card). Open the configuration file with any plain text editor.

If you have a dynamic IP address, enter dhcp in the BOOTPROTO= field. The following figure shows an example.

Figure 69 Red Hat 9.0: Dynamic IP Address Setting in ifconfig-eth0

DEVICE=eth0

ONBOOT=yes

BOOTPROTO=dhcp

USERCTL=no

PEERDNS=yes

TYPE=Ethernet

If you have a static IP address, enter static in the BOOTPROTO= field. Type IPADDR= followed by the IP address (in dotted decimal notation) and type NETMASK= followed by the subnet mask. The following example shows an example where the static IP address is 192.168.100.10 and the subnet mask is 255.255.255.0.

Figure 70 Red Hat 9.0: Static IP Address Setting in ifconfig-eth0

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MWR102 specifications

ZyXEL Communications MWR102 is a versatile portable wireless router designed to provide reliable internet connectivity for mobile users. This compact device caters to individuals and small teams who require internet access on the go, making it an ideal solution for business travelers, outdoor enthusiasts, and temporary setups in various environments.

One of the standout features of the MWR102 is its 3G and 4G LTE compatibility, allowing users to connect to mobile broadband networks with ease. This ensures that users can enjoy fast internet speeds and stable connections, regardless of their location. Additionally, the router supports multiple wireless standards, including 802.11b/g/n, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of devices such as smartphones, laptops, and tablets.

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