Why am I having problems using my Xircom Ethernet adapter to communicate with Drag Net devices?
It appears certain Xircom laptop Ethernet adapters are unable to communicate with Drag Net devices. We’re not sure what the problem is at this time, but it appears to be isolated to Xircom cards. Users report they are able to communicate just fine after swapping in another manufacturer’s card (3COM, Netgear). The typical scenario is this: you connect directly from the Xircom card to the RPM using an Ethernet crossover cable, and the LINK LED illuminates. As soon as you try communicating with the RPM the LINK LED turns off, and no amount of fussing or fighting will bring it back to life. Grrr….we’re as frustrated as you are about this and are trying to get to the bottom of it. In the meantime, it might be worth a visit to your local electronics retailer to pick up an inexpensive Netgear or 3Com adapter as a backup.
