I have been wanting to get up on Linux, particularly Mandrake 6.1 and have a few requirements to meet that I have been unsuccessful at. Before I can leave my server machine in Linux, it must replace the current support it provides in Winblows. I need to be able to serve the net and it must provide for print serving my other 5 machines on my network. Problem 1.) I have a D-Link NIC that is recognized and configures just fine and I have a 3-COM 3C900B-TPO that is not recognized which is my home network NIC. I have been unable to find anybody that can help me get this card recognized. A step by step would be appreciated.. I was unable to find any module support(in the base) and 3-COM supposed support does not install for version 6.1, 2.2.13. Problem 2.) I currently have a HP 895Cxi printer attached locally to my server. In Winblows it is shared to the rest of my network. What steps do I need to take to make it shared under Linux? Also, is there actual support for this printer or can I use support for the HP 500 thru 1100 series or should I use Postscript? Any help would be appreciated, I have been at this too long... :(
