1802...but no new network card?

[sys6x]

Hi,

I'm checking out my dad's R40 and he has the utterly-famous 1802 error...aka the Unauthorized network card message.

The problem is that...there is nothing in the PCMCIA slot! Unless miniPCI is something internal?

The computer can't boot...so I can't apply any patch

Thanks in advance for the help

[kajencik]

Hello, the mini-pci card is located under the cover from the bottom of the laptop..... remove it, then you could boot and apply the patch. Then just put it back... And don't forget to check if there are present and properly connected the two antenna wires.

[sys6x]

OK, got it, thanks!

Now I see my dad doesn't have a hard drive....heh, lots of fun coming!