17 Aug
2012
17 Aug
'12
5:59 p.m.
----- Original Message -----
Tim Nelson wrote:
Greetings-
I'm attempting to get CentOS 5.5 x86 (yes, very specific version required for specific software usage scenario... don't ask) running on an Intel D425KT mini-ITX motherboard. Everything works fine, with the exception of the onboard ethernet, which is a Realtek RTL8105E chip. The stock CentOS installation attempts to use the r8169 driver, which does not work. I've been around the block a few times dealing with Realtek interfaces and their driver hell, but this one is stumping me.
<snip> I've got a baaad feeling about this. Have you considered returning the m/b for a replacement?
Yes, it crossed my mind, but the fact is I have 4 of these boards, all with the same symptoms. :(
--Tim