So... > a) Why am I getting the "not plugged in" error when it is (at least, > physically) connected to a viable ethernet receptacle?
Did you try it with a different ethernet patch cord? Are the computers connected straight into the swtich/hub/router/whatever or are they plugged into a walljack that goes to the device or patch panel? I had one here where the pins inside the ethernet card jack weren't making full contact and the slightest bump after getting it to work would disconnect it. Again, check cards and cables. > b) What might cause the PowerBook to "lose" the TCP/IP settings once I > disconnect it in one room and reconnect in another? You mean there's no longer an address present or does it fail to connect? My money is on a bad card/dongle or cable. Most likely the card/dongle -- MacNetwork is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... XRouter Pro | Share your DSL or cable modem between multiple computers! Dr. Bott | Only $199 <http://www.drbott.com/prod/MIH130.html> Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> MacNetwork list info: <http://lowendmac.com/lists/macnet.html> --> AOL users, remove "mailto:"; end list messages to: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To unsubscribe, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> For digest mode, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subscription questions: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Archive: <http://www.mail-archive.com/macnetwork%40mail.maclaunch.com/> Using a Mac? Free email & more at Applelinks! http://www.applelinks.com
