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I can live with the new format except that when I... 7,061 Views / 84 Replies  
I can live with the new format except that when I launch the site I get a blank news page with both side bars of info. I have to click on the NEXT button to see the news.
Posted by fergnetserv, on Feb 4, 2016 at 08:58 PM, in Mac News
At least until it is available on another... 2,773 Views / 32 Replies  
At least until it is available on another network. My opion of Cingular is very low.
Posted by fergnetserv, on Jan 28, 2007 at 11:58 AM, in iPhone, iPad & iPod
PB 12" Superdrive problem 487 Views / 0 Replies  
I have a 12" 867 PB with a Superdrive. Lately I have not been able to record CD's or DVD's, I can read them just fine. I get an error saying that the laser failed to calibrate. I have a felling I...
Posted by fergnetserv, on Aug 23, 2005 at 05:28 PM, in Mac Notebooks
Poll: I used public beta on one machine but I still had... 7,052 Views / 87 Replies  
I used public beta on one machine but I still had to run most things in 9. I had another machine that was loaded with 9. I switched when X.0 came out. I haven't used 9 since early 02 and classic...
Posted by fergnetserv, on Jan 25, 2004 at 12:40 PM, in macOS
I am using a Epson 777 on the AEBS USB with no... 755 Views / 9 Replies  
I am using a Epson 777 on the AEBS USB with no problems. When you use this you must use the Rendezvous Printers selection.
Posted by fergnetserv, on Dec 8, 2003 at 09:55 PM, in Networking
It sounds like you have 2 "Macintosh HD's" trying... 518 Views / 2 Replies  
It sounds like you have 2 "Macintosh HD's" trying to reside ion the same desktop. Is the HD's on the 533 and PB both named "Macintosh HD"? Do you also have a custom icon for one of the HD's? Try...
Posted by fergnetserv, on Dec 4, 2003 at 01:19 PM, in Networking
Did you have the AEBS connected via a cable to... 514 Views / 4 Replies  
Did you have the AEBS connected via a cable to the computer through the router or wireless? You must have physical connection to run the setup utility and admin utility. Be sure that if your router...
Posted by fergnetserv, on Dec 4, 2003 at 01:13 PM, in Networking
So I know what you are doing. When you tried to... 506 Views / 5 Replies  
So I know what you are doing. When you tried to access her computer, did you use her log on and password or yours? If you are logging on to here then you need to use her log and PW. Are you both...
Posted by fergnetserv, on Dec 1, 2003 at 12:09 PM, in Networking
Yes I am setup as an LLC and I do pay taxes. I... 594 Views / 7 Replies  
Yes I am setup as an LLC and I do pay taxes. I do some advertising but find that word of mouth is my best ads. I don't have any problems with the home user. I find them more then willing to fork...
Posted by fergnetserv, on Nov 17, 2003 at 07:27 PM, in Networking
I used a AP graphite model with PPPoE before I... 640 Views / 9 Replies  
I used a AP graphite model with PPPoE before I upgraded to the AEBS with no problems. It handles It just fine, just upgrade to the newest available software.
Posted by fergnetserv, on Nov 17, 2003 at 07:11 PM, in Networking
I am using a Uniden PowerMax 2.4 GHz dual... 902 Views / 15 Replies  
I am using a Uniden PowerMax 2.4 GHz dual wireless phone with my AEBS and have had no problems.
Posted by fergnetserv, on Nov 17, 2003 at 07:06 PM, in Networking
To follow up on daimoni. My network supports 5... 517 Views / 3 Replies  
To follow up on daimoni.
My network supports 5 Macs of varoius types.

2 are hooked via wires to 10/100 Linksys router and 3 are hooked to an AEBS. My 12inch PB has the 802.11g card AE card...
Posted by fergnetserv, on Nov 17, 2003 at 06:59 PM, in Networking
Another think to look at is if there are... 544 Views / 5 Replies  
Another think to look at is if there are Appletalk zones set and if there are, are the other computers on the right zone.

That would not effect the IP problem but it would cause some problems...
Posted by fergnetserv, on Nov 11, 2003 at 11:17 AM, in Networking
I to do Mac/PC support on the scale that you are... 594 Views / 7 Replies  
I to do Mac/PC support on the scale that you are looking for (SOHO). I have been working with Macs and PCs for about 25 years. I worked of a school that has a major install base of over 600 Macs and...
Posted by fergnetserv, on Nov 10, 2003 at 11:10 PM, in Networking
I would check to see if both wireless devices are... 708 Views / 11 Replies  
I would check to see if both wireless devices are on the same channel. If they are then I would program the IP, Subnet and Gateway info into the access point. Use an Fixed IP out side of the DHCP...
Posted by fergnetserv, on Nov 10, 2003 at 10:51 PM, in Networking
Reading through some of the available info, I... 415 Views / 1 Replies  
Reading through some of the available info, I have come to the conclusion that at this time you can not.

The main reaso is that I keep seeing statements like " error messages, like out of papper,...
Posted by fergnetserv, on Nov 10, 2003 at 10:27 PM, in Networking
Most of todays routers will retain their seetings... 708 Views / 11 Replies  
Most of todays routers will retain their seetings after they are unpluged for any length of time.

To reset to factory settings you normally have log on to the router and reset them there.
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Posted by fergnetserv, on Nov 8, 2003 at 07:00 PM, in Networking
Have you turned internet sharing on on the iMac... 687 Views / 5 Replies  
Have you turned internet sharing on on the iMac and shared the connection? This is done in the Sharing panel.
Posted by fergnetserv, on Nov 6, 2003 at 01:03 PM, in Networking
The airport card is no problem as it was designed... 399 Views / 1 Replies  
The airport card is no problem as it was designed to be added by the end user. As for the bluetooth it is a build to order and can not be added later by the end user. For one this requires the...
Posted by fergnetserv, on Nov 4, 2003 at 04:06 PM, in Networking
ebay is a great place if you don't need a lot of... 449 Views / 3 Replies  
ebay is a great place if you don't need a lot of stuff and can wait for auction to end. I have seen a great number of networking gear for a lot less then most online sites.
Posted by fergnetserv, on Nov 4, 2003 at 03:55 PM, in Networking
GHPorter is correct with the crimper. it not... 707 Views / 9 Replies  
GHPorter is correct with the crimper. it not only presses the contacts into the plastic coating on the wires to make contact with the copper core it also sets the wire clamp that is set a little...
Posted by fergnetserv, on Nov 4, 2003 at 10:29 AM, in Networking
There is no reason that you can not cut off the... 707 Views / 9 Replies  
There is no reason that you can not cut off the RJ-45 connector, thread the wire through the walls and then reattach a NEW RJ-45 connector. tring to reuse the old connector would be more trouble...
Posted by fergnetserv, on Nov 3, 2003 at 01:12 PM, in Networking
Thanks. I will try it. It sounds like it might... 516 Views / 4 Replies  
Thanks. I will try it. It sounds like it might work.
Posted by fergnetserv, on Oct 16, 2003 at 02:26 PM, in Consumer Hardware & Components
I use to but I found out that it will stay open... 516 Views / 4 Replies  
I use to but I found out that it will stay open if I did. I leave it alone and it still stays up.
Posted by fergnetserv, on Oct 16, 2003 at 11:46 AM, in Consumer Hardware & Components
Both are correct. I would make a suggestion to... 685 Views / 7 Replies  
Both are correct. I would make a suggestion to Dig 2 though. If you are going to use the AEBS connect your DSL to the WAN port and then you can get a switch to connected to the LAN port for your...
Posted by fergnetserv, on Oct 15, 2003 at 08:52 PM, in Networking
Printe Center Stays In Dock after Printing 516 Views / 4 Replies  
I was wondering if anyone has this problem or knows how to fix it.

The Print Center icon stay is in the dock after the printer is done printing. I have to close it. I have had this problem as...
Posted by fergnetserv, on Oct 15, 2003 at 08:41 PM, in Consumer Hardware & Components
Printer Problems. 456 Views / 0 Replies  
I am having a problem printing to my Epson 777 that is connected to my MP 800 via a powered USB hub. I have a HP 1200 laser jet conected via the network and it works fine.

I can see the HP when I...
Posted by fergnetserv, on Oct 15, 2003 at 08:36 PM, in Consumer Hardware & Components
I've printed to PC printers before but the were... 749 Views / 6 Replies  
I've printed to PC printers before but the were on a network. To print to a printer conected to the PC I think you have to turn on share this printer in the printer control preferences on the PC. ...
Posted by fergnetserv, on Sep 26, 2003 at 11:26 AM, in Networking
I would say that the first idea is the better of... 648 Views / 5 Replies  
I would say that the first idea is the better of the 2. Get a good wireless router, Linksys makes a good one and is my choice. If Purdue requires a MAC address, then you can set most routers to...
Posted by fergnetserv, on Sep 26, 2003 at 11:14 AM, in Networking
I have installed both the Linksys wired and... 681 Views / 6 Replies  
I have installed both the Linksys wired and wireless routers in a number of SOHO locations and they work very well with both Macs and PCs. Setup is a snap with any browser (IE, Netscape, Safari,...
Posted by fergnetserv, on Aug 21, 2003 at 10:14 PM, in Networking
You ask for references. I've only sold 2... 1,531 Views / 19 Replies  
You ask for references.
I've only sold 2 machines. Both to MacNN readers. One post a positive feedback and you dought them.
I have told you that I have a business lic in the City of San Jose...
Posted by fergnetserv, on Aug 19, 2003 at 12:04 PM, in Marketplace
I do have PayPal and if you send me your address... 1,531 Views / 19 Replies  
I do have PayPal and if you send me your address I will send you three units after you pay for them.

Cashier's checks and money orders are easy. And anyone that does business, that I've delt...
Posted by fergnetserv, on Aug 16, 2003 at 07:11 PM, in Marketplace
I have a business in the city of San Jose, CA. ... 1,531 Views / 19 Replies  
I have a business in the city of San Jose, CA. As for COD, no I do not do COD but I do have PayPal.

I'm sorry I thought I replied to that Post. I guess I was wrong.
Posted by fergnetserv, on Aug 15, 2003 at 09:28 PM, in Marketplace
I now have a paypal account. 1,531 Views / 19 Replies  
I now have a paypal account.
Posted by fergnetserv, on Aug 15, 2003 at 03:09 PM, in Marketplace
I have a 12"powerbook and have not had any... 931 Views / 22 Replies  
I have a 12"powerbook and have not had any problems. It does get a little hot for a laptop but then I don't use on my lap either.

I just finished producing a play and used the laptop for...
Posted by fergnetserv, on Aug 15, 2003 at 03:05 PM, in MacNN Lounge
I have installed 4or 5 print servers and it has... 1,109 Views / 23 Replies  
I have installed 4or 5 print servers and it has been my experience with printservers that you do not need a networkable printer. Just one that will connect to the printserver in question. I have...
Posted by fergnetserv, on Aug 12, 2003 at 07:51 PM, in Networking
I miss read the PayPal site and was looking at... 1,531 Views / 19 Replies  
I miss read the PayPal site and was looking at the wrong account. I am in the process of setting up an account now.
Posted by fergnetserv, on Aug 10, 2003 at 08:27 PM, in Marketplace
No, sorry I do not. They charge to much. A... 1,531 Views / 19 Replies  
No, sorry I do not. They charge to much. A money order or cashiers check is best for me.
Posted by fergnetserv, on Aug 10, 2003 at 12:34 PM, in Marketplace
Thanks for the info on DVD-/+R. I wonder if... 1,393 Views / 8 Replies  
Thanks for the info on DVD-/+R. I wonder if Apple ever plans to support RW formats?
Posted by fergnetserv, on Aug 5, 2003 at 07:08 PM, in Art & Graphic Design
Are you directly connected or using the wireless... 603 Views / 9 Replies  
Are you directly connected or using the wireless connection? Sometimes I have trouble connecting unless I use a cable.
Posted by fergnetserv, on Aug 5, 2003 at 06:56 PM, in Networking
I was wondering because I read the side of the... 1,393 Views / 8 Replies  
I was wondering because I read the side of the box on a DVD-R pack and it said that it may not be compatable with some home DVD players. Which, of course, is where most on my DVD's are to be played.
Posted by fergnetserv, on Aug 5, 2003 at 06:52 PM, in Art & Graphic Design
12" G4 Powerbooks For Sale 1,531 Views / 19 Replies  
I have a couple of 12" G4 Powerbooks for sale. They are reconditioned units from Apple.

The units come sealed in the box with all the Software, Manuels, Blank DVD-R disk, Power cords and acc...
Posted by fergnetserv, on Aug 5, 2003 at 06:47 PM, in Marketplace
DVD-R vs DVD+R 1,393 Views / 8 Replies  
What's the difference between the 2 formats?

I have a superdrive in an MP 800 and a 12" G4 Powerbook. Can I use either -R or +R? Which is better?

ASP says I have a DVD-RW in both machines. ...
Posted by fergnetserv, on Aug 5, 2003 at 06:29 PM, in Art & Graphic Design
Thanks I will check out the prices for these... 788 Views / 3 Replies  
Thanks I will check out the prices for these disks and the software.
Posted by fergnetserv, on Aug 4, 2003 at 04:00 PM, in Art & Graphic Design
First time DVD 788 Views / 3 Replies  
I have been asked to make a DVD of some pics I have taken and was wondering what brand of media I should use. This is my first time making a DVD. I plan on using my 800MP with Superdrive and 12"...
Posted by fergnetserv, on Aug 3, 2003 at 10:19 AM, in Art & Graphic Design
It is the Apple VGA cable that ships with the PB.... 627 Views / 4 Replies  
It is the Apple VGA cable that ships with the PB. It looks like a female connection at the bowerpood end.
Posted by fergnetserv, on Jul 29, 2003 at 08:03 PM, in Mac Notebooks
I don't believe that it supports a closed lid... 684 Views / 6 Replies  
I don't believe that it supports a closed lid monitor as this would put the system to sleep. I have a 12'G4 PB and have yet to find a way to do this. What it can do is give you seperate desktops on...
Posted by fergnetserv, on Jul 29, 2003 at 07:54 PM, in Mac Notebooks
I had this problem on my 12" PB but I wasn't... 556 Views / 4 Replies  
I had this problem on my 12" PB but I wasn't switching between networks. I was disconnecting it from the network and using it as standalone. I disconnect daily for about 4-5 hours and then...
Posted by fergnetserv, on Jul 25, 2003 at 02:36 PM, in Networking
I happen to agree. If you wait you may wait and... 1,595 Views / 29 Replies  
I happen to agree. If you wait you may wait and wait. I worked at Apple and every rumored release date was never close to the real release date.

I have been using a recondition 12" PB for the...
Posted by fergnetserv, on Jul 25, 2003 at 02:09 PM, in Mac Notebooks
 
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