Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2005 16:33:21 -0700 (PDT) >From: bill f <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >Subject: PCMCIA Ethernet card-drivers? > >Powerbook Power Users, > >The internal ethernet card isn't working on my 3400c. >The problem seems to be the main logic board, not the >Ethernet card, so I decided to buy an Ethernet card >for the PCMCIA slot. I bought a used 3Com 3CCFEM556B >10/100 LAN & modem card and can't get it to work. > >I'm discovering now that I need a driver for a PCMCIA >card. Is this correct? When I consider which Ethernet >card to get, do I need to make sure that I only buy >one that includes a Mac driver? (I did discover a Mac >driver for another 3Com card, but doesn't work with >this one) > >Same thing for a PCMCIA card for wireless internet >access, I need to find a brand/model with a Mac >driver, correct? > >USB card, I also need that the card comes with Mac >drivers (or can download) Is this correct? > >One additional item, my indicator for the "Battery >Life Remaining" isn't showing up. Is that an >extension? What is the name of it? > >Thank you, >Bill
Hi Bill. For your EtherNet card, look for a Farallon EtherMac PCMCIA Ethernet card. They come up all the time on ebay, run about $10. Drivers are available on my web site for them, or drivers are available here. http://www.proxim.com/support/all/maccard/software/index.html You will want the one with the Red Arrow on the front of card (model 595a). This is the later version and more compatable. There is one with a Blue Arrow on the front, and it will work, but I have only used the 595a model. By the way, this card was made by 3Com, so if you have a 3Com dongel, it will work with this card. Its 10baseT, but with the approiate 3Com dongel, you can connect to a Thinnet or Thicknet network if nessary. For your PCMCIA Wireles card, my web site will have tons of information on cards that are compatable with your PowerBook. If you are running OS 8.6 or above, you can use the Apple Airport drivers v1.3.1. and a compatable card. Their is a list of Airport Compatable cards on my wireless FAQ site. Otherwise, any Orinoco compatable card will be useable. The Skyline card is also a good choice, but only if you dont have the need for 128 bit WEP. It only supports 64 bit WEP. For a USB Card, I have used the early Belkin (USB v1.1 only) with the Apple drivers. Others should be able to guide you on this topic as I don't have you model of PowerBook. For a shareware battery tools check out http://www.kezer.net/ Ken Vann ================================================== Old Mac's have new uses with WiFi. See my FAQ for what you need at http://www.powerbookwireless.net -- PowerBooks is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Enter To Win A | -- Canon PowerShot Digital Cameras start at $299 | Free iBook! | Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> PowerBooks list info: <http://lowendmac.com/lists/powerbooks.shtml> --> AOL users, remove "mailto:"; Send 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/powerbooks%40mail.maclaunch.com/> iPod Accessories for Less at 1-800-iPOD.COM Fast Delivery, Low Price, Good Deal www.1800ipod.com
