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On my Ubuntu desktop I have it configured to automatically connect to my wireless network, and I have the "Available to all users" option checked in Network Manager so the connection gets established before I login to GNOME. However, it seems to go through periods where it will fail to connect prior to X login, and even then it doesn't list my WLAN as an available network. I'm assuming this is because it is a "hidden" network and it takes it a while to catch a packet with the SSID. At the last BLU meeting I believe I heard Jerry say something about using iwconfig to set the ESSID. Is that correct, and if so what are the specifics? Also, in my version of Network Manager, if I use the "Connect to hidden wireless network" option, and then select my WLAN profile in the dialog, it has all the input fields disabled, including the Connect button, so I can't force a connection, short of creating a new profile. I'm guessing this is a bug. -Tom -- Tom Metro Venture Logic, Newton, MA, USA "Enterprise solutions through open source." Professional Profile: http://tmetro.venturelogic.com/
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