IP Address
Use either a static IP address or let a DHCP server dynamically assign an IP address
to the interface.
Operating Mode
Denes how to integrate your machine into a WLAN, depending on the network
topology. For background information, refer to Section 32.2, “Operating Modes”
(page 516).
Network Name (ESSID)
Unique string identifying a network.
Authentication and Encryption Details
Depending on the authentication and encryption method your network uses, you
need to enter one or more keys and/or certicates.
Several input options are available for entering the respective keys: Passphrase,
ASCII (only available for WEP authentication methods), and Hexadecimal.
32.5.1 Deactivating NetworkManager
A WLAN card is usually detected during installation. If your machine is a mobile
computer, NetworkManager is usually activated by default. If instead you want to
congure your WLAN card with YaST, you need to deactivate NetworkManager rst:
1
Start YaST as user root.
2
In the YaST Control Center, select Network Devices > Network Settings to open
the Network Settings dialog.
If your network is currently controlled by NetworkManager, you see a warning
message that the network settings cannot be edited by YaST.
3
To enable editing with YaST, leave the message with OK and on the Global
Options tab, activate Traditional Method with ifup.
4
For further conguration, proceed with Section 32.5.2, “Conguration for Access
Points” (page 521) or Section 32.5.3, “Establishing an Ad-Hoc Network”
(page 525).
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