Host Login to Fedora Core 1

#1 Psion

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Posted 26 January 2004 - 02:43 AM

Hi,
I have just installed Fedora Core 1 on to a PC to be used as a firewall / router.

All went well, hardware ok, install complete, system reboot.

It's now asking me for a host login and password....

During the install, I don't recall being prompted for a login and password. I have also tried loads of different combinations of the possible login names and passwords I normally use.

HELP...!

#2 Dapper Dan

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Posted 26 January 2004 - 02:47 AM

When it asks for user, type "root." Then use your password when asked. Once you're in as root, you can configure your users and passwords from the menu.

#3 Psion

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Posted 26 January 2004 - 02:49 AM

That's brill (this is my first time

)

Now it's asking [root@host]#

;( > what should I hit....?

#4 Psion

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Posted 26 January 2004 - 03:11 AM

OK > I've checked a few other threads and tried typing "startx" but got bad command.

This could be the crunch > when I installed, I selected "minimum install - ideal for firewall/router" > I guess this means I have no graphical desktop.

The install is only on a 1.7Gb HDD, so not sure if enough space to install the extra...? Can anyone start guiding me through the process of setting up a firewall for my network please, pritty pritty please...