> > This probably won't be helpful, but whenever someone inquires about > trouble with a Realtek network chipset someone ALWAYS responds that > Realtek network hardware is junk and that you should replace it > with something good, such as an intel e100 or e1000 or some such. > > Me, I've never had trouble with a realtek card, myself. > Fred - thanks - but not an option in this case. Its built in and no slots available. jerry