Network problems

[Douglas Furlong]

On Thu, 2004-03-04 at 15:29, Richard Aldana wrote:
> I'm brand-new to Linux, and I'm sure this will be an easy fix for you 
> experienced Linux users. So please bear with me.
> 
> I've just installed Fedore Core 1, installation went easy. However, I can't 
> seem to get the network components running properly. My system has a 3COM 
> 3C905 NIC installed, which the OS seems have setup properly. I have a Compaq 
> router that I've hooked up to directly via a CAT 5 cable directly. I set up 
> at install time to receive IP and DNS via DHCP.
> 
> I can't see anything on my local network (I have another Windows XP hooked 
> up). I can't get on the Internet, nor ping any other systems. Which I know 
> is a major problem.
> 
> This same systems works fine when I set it up as a Windows PC, so I know the 
> hardware works.
> 
> Any ideas?
> 
It may be a good idea to run ifconfig, and look at the details for eth0,
it sounds like your fairly knowledgeable, so I shan't tell you what to
look for (other then the IP).

Some one else has mentioned a problem kudzu, but I'm unaware of this.

Can you ping your windows box (even if you can see it).

Doug