Network-manager package is not dependent on usb-modeswitch thus blocking a wide range of mobile broadband devices for less-experienced users
Bug #571419 reported by
AM
This bug affects 5 people
Affects | Status | Importance | Assigned to | Milestone | |
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modemmanager (Ubuntu) |
Fix Released
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Bug Description
Binary package hint: network-manager
Several mobile broadband devices are dependent on usb-modeswitch, but that package is NOT installed by default!
It is not easy for non-expert users to correct the problem by installing the package that specifically addresses this issue. This should be done automatically!
There are several related bugs, such as #259028. But apparently none of them describes the need for a dependency. The network-manager should be dependent on the usb-modeswitch since it is strictly necessary for several modern mobile broadband USB devices.
For instance mobile broadband modem Huawei E1550 works only after installation of usb-modeswitch.
summary: |
- Network-manager package should be dependent on usb-modeswitch for - allowing full functionality to a wider range of mobile broadband devices + Network-manager package is not dependent on usb-modeswitch thus blocking + a wide range of mobile broadband devices for less-experienced users |
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Given the close to awesome support in Natty for the GSM/CDMA Broadband modems, it'd be very convenient for users to be able to just plug the modems in, wait a few seconds and set up the broadband connection.
Please consider this like a final step in making a smooth connection experience?