Comment 19 for bug 289466

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Alexander Sack (asac) wrote : Re: [Bug 289466] Re: Network Manager 0.7 applet not Appearing if there are managed entries in /etc/network/interfaces

On Fri, Oct 31, 2008 at 03:28:53PM -0000, Mark Ellis wrote:
> I am experiencing this behaviour, with the following setup
>
> eth0 wired, static addressing via ifupdown
> wlan0 wifi, dynamic via nm
>
> NetworkManager, nm-system-settings and nm-applet are all running
>
> When a known wireless net is in range, nm connects and displays as
> expected. With a new wireless net, the applet is present but not
> visible. It is possible to get the network menu up by clicking on the
> sliver that exists for a systray item with no icon, but it's not easy,
> and is a little silly.
>
> Additionally, the same problem is encountered with a 3G modem. A 'not
> connected' icon in these states would seem more sensible.
>

The problem you are describing is a problem on its own. Could you open
a separate bug for that particular issue? Remember to post the new bug
id here.

Thanks,

 - Alexander