Xircom PE3 Parallel Adapter Does Not Work on Toshiba Laptops

ID: Q134583

The information in this article applies to:

Microsoft Windows 95

SYMPTOMS

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

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

RESOLUTION

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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