Q134583: Xircom PE3 Parallel Adapter Does Not Work on Toshiba Laptops

Article: Q134583
Product(s): Microsoft Windows 95.x Retail Product
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Last Modified: 17-DEC-2000

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The information in this article applies to:

- Microsoft Windows 95 
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SYMPTOMS
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The protected-mode driver for the Xircom PE3 Pocket Ethernet Parallel Port
Adapter may not function correctly on Toshiba laptop computers that support
bidirectional parallel ports.

CAUSE
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The protected-mode driver from Xircom does not support the bidirectional
parallel ports on these computers.

RESOLUTION
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To correct the problem, use any one of the following methods:

- Contact Xircom to inquire about obtaining an updated driver.

- Use the real-mode driver for the adapter. For information about installing
  this driver, please consult the adapter's documentation or manufacturer.

- If you installed Windows 95 from a CD-ROM, install the Pe3ndis.vxd driver
  from the Drivers\Network\Xircom folder.

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