[laptop-discuss] Acer 5633 & nevada b63 - some advice

[James C. McPherson]

Sean Clarke wrote:
> Hi, I have installed nevada b63 on my Acer 5633 (core 2 duo) laptop
> and I have some issues with network drivers. I have seen similar
> issues posted, but with older (over 6 months - I think) builds.
> 
> I get a "e1000g device not recognised" type error and have no
> ethernet, let alone wireless devices.
> 
> Before I post for some assistance, is there a resource/FAQ/HowTo that
> details the steps to go through to get enough information to gather
> information in order to post enough information for you guys to offer
> assistance? (scan PCI, dmesg output etc.).


http://blogs.sun.com/jmcp/entry/how_do_i_find_out

with a followup at 
http://www.jmcp.homeunix.com/roller/jmcp/entry/how_to_find_my_nic


cheers,
James C. McPherson
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