Install openSUSE via SSH To install a server over SSH do the following: insert CD/DVD into the machine and boot on the kerneloptionsline type: usessh=1 sshpassword=sdrtjgbskdhg hostip=1.1.1.1 netmask=255.255.255.0 gateway=1.1.1.1 boot the machine you van continue the installation using an SSH session from a workstation.