> -----Original Message from David Gillett > So we need to toubleshoot the network card, its driver, and its > connection to the switch. Update: Now that the laptop has an IP, I tried to ping from the WinXP. No response. Jim [log in to unmask] The NOSPIN Group provides a monthly newsletter with great tips, information and ideas: NOSPIN-L, The NOSPIN Magazine Visit our web site to signup: http://freepctech.com