[plug] Hardware compatibility

[Tim Bowden]

I have always used the cheapest pci/ isa ne2000 clone I could find.  I once 
had one die on me. Other than that, never a problem.  If you use a cheapie, 
perhaps throw a second one in the cupboard, just in case.

Tim Bowden

At 03:34 PM 13/05/2002 +0800, you wrote:
> > > - the network card (cheapies always worry me)
> >
> > I have always used netgear and 3com cards with no problem. would
> > not recommend any cheepies.
>
>I can understand being worried about cheapies but when all the cards
>that cost between $18 and $35 all use the same chipset and drivers it
>becomes a little harder to be sceptical. Netgear and 3com are good
>but unless you're thinking of getting a much more expensive card just
>about any card you buy will be the same.
>
>Ofcourse the is all in my own experience and would love to have
>someone prove me wrong.
>
>- Paul C