Operation Manual
1.2.2 Installing from a Network Source
without SLP
If your network setup does not support OpenSLP for the retrieval of network installation
sources, boot the system and press F4 in the boot screen to select the desired network
protocol (NFS, HTTP, FTP, or SMB/CIFS). Provide the server's address and the path
to the installation media.
The installation program automatically congures the network connection with DHCP.
If this conguration fails, you are prompted to enter the appropriate parameters manu-
ally. The installation retrieves the installation data from the source specied. The instal-
lation then proceeds as described below with the exception of the network conguration
step needed prior to adding additional repositories. This step is not needed as the network
is already congured and active at this point.
1.2.3 Installing with the openSUSE 12.2
Installer from Windows
openSUSE 12.2 Installer is a Microsoft Windows application that prepares your com-
puter to directly boot into the openSUSE installation without having to adjust BIOS
settings. It is only available on DVD media. To use the installer, insert the openSUSE
media under Windows. The openSUSE 12.2 Installer setup automatically starts (if not,
run openSUSE11_2_LOCAL.exe from the DVD). Choose a language for the instal-
lation and follow the instructions on the screen. The language you choose here is also
precongured to be used for the openSUSE installation.
On the next reboot, the Microsoft Windows boot loader launches. Choose openSUSE
12.2 Installer to start the openSUSE installation. In order to proceed with the installation,
you will be prompted to insert the installation media. The installation proceeds as de-
scribed below. When Microsoft Windows is booted again, openSUSE 12.2 Installer is
automatically uninstalled.
TIP: Installing openSUSE alongside Microsoft Windows
openSUSE can easily be installed alongside Microsoft Windows. Carry out the
installation as described below—an existing Windows installation will automat-
ically be detected and a dual boot option will be installed. If Windows covers
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