netdev - Re: [PATCH V2] bcm43xx: Fix failure to deliver PCI-E interrupts

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Date:	Thu, 18 Jan 2007 07:52:39 -0500
From:	"evan foss" <evanfoss@...il.com>
To:	netdev@...r.kernel.org, Bcm43xx-dev@...ts.berlios.de
Subject: Re: [PATCH V2] bcm43xx: Fix failure to deliver PCI-E interrupts

> One thing I forgot is that the LED will be on only if the switch is in the on position _AND_ the
> interface is UP.

Yes I figured that out. (eventually)

> >>> dhcpcd eth1           <-low transmit power???
> >> Most likely. How far are you from the AP?
> >
> > This is a timeout issue. I tried to apply the timeout patch which I
> > assume is for this and it didn't take. I have logs for both patch
> > applications below. To the distance issue my ap died so I am trying to
> > just connect to one next door. (with permission) The distance is about
> > 50ft. So this could be the main factor. This is why I said it might be
> > my fault. The thing is I can connect to it in windows most of the time
> > so I know it is in range. I will be going to school on Tuesday and
> > will report back then. They have a much better AP.
>
> With the current transmit levels of the 4311, 50 feet through at least one wall is probably too much.

I have tried 3 more AP at much closer distances <9ft and <4ft and it
still won't work. I ether get "Network Down" or a timeout.


> > Presario1600 bcm43xx # patch -p0 <patch_2.6.18.1_signal_quality
...
> > Presario1600 bcm43xx # patch -p0 <patch_2.6.18.1_watchdog_timeout2
...
> Those patches are already applied to your code.

Thanks for the clarification, and assistance.

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