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    Wired (yes, wired) connection

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by e-bayer1277, Aug 29, 2008.

  1. e-bayer1277

    e-bayer1277 Notebook Guru

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    So I know wired networks are out but I'm at school and I have no choice. Wireless is not availible in my dorm. I have an xps m1530 with vista/xp dual boot and a wired connection works fine on vista but my xp wont recognize it. In Vista, the computer automatically connects (via and ethernet port in my room-sorry I don't have any details regarding the network) but how would I go about fixing this problem and setting up such a network on XP? Thanks!
     
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  2. Wirelessman

    Wirelessman Monkeymod

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    Once you booted with XP, do an ipconfig/all and post it.
     
    Wirelessman, Aug 29, 2008
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  3. Gregory

    Gregory disassemble?

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    Have you ever used a wired network on the XP partition before? Check the device manager to make sure it's functioning properly & appropriate drivers are installed.
     
    Gregory, Aug 29, 2008
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    nizzy1115 Notebook Prophet

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    Let me guess...you installed xp yourself? And you didnt install all of the drivers? Check your device manager for any "!" or "?" next to devices. Post a screen shot if you could of your device manager.
     
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    you guys were right. I was stupid and did not install all of the drivers. Problem solved. Thanks and sorry about that.
     
    e-bayer1277, Aug 30, 2008
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    What is a car good for w/o a driver :confused:
     
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