From: Paul Vaughan (paulsvaughan_at_yahoo.com.au)
Date: Mon Nov 24 2003 - 16:32:22 PST
--- NewtonGuy <newtonpad_at_alltel.net> wrote:
>
> The solution is to connect both with patch cables to
> a powered hub or
> switch. This will show the necessary
> power at the end of the cable the Mac needs to
> realize the cable is
> connected.
>
> A switch works better than a hub but cost more....
Thanks for the explanation.
I'll get a hub, or a switch, today (price will
probably determine which) and try again.
I too prefer the Mac to let me decide if I want
something on or not. OS 10 seems to be taking more and
more control away from all but expert users.
Paul
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