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    AST RESEARCH, INC.          TECHNICAL BULLETIN # 1460                3-4-96

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    Ascentia 910N Hangs After 1-2 Hours using PCMCIA Ethernet Cards in Windows 95

    PROBLEM

    The Ascentia 910N may hang after 1-2 hours when using a(ny) PCMCIA Ethernet
    card in Windows 95.  The system will connect properly to the network and work
    normally for approximately 1-2 hours, then it may lock up and need to be
    powered OFF and ON again.

    CAUSE

    Random data may be received when Windows 95 polls the VLSI controller for
    power management status.  This random data may lock up the system.

    SOLUTION

    To resolve this issue, disable power status polling.  To do so, follow the
    steps below:

    1. Click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.
    2. Double-click the System icon.
    3. Click the Device Manager tab.
    4. Double-click the Systems branch to open it.
    5. Click Advanced Power Management, Properties, and Settings.
    6. Click the Disable Power Status Polling box to check it.
    7. Click OK until you return to the Control Panel.
    8. Click Yes if prompted to restart your computer.

    SYSTEMS AFFECTED
    AST Part Number And Description

    All Ascentia 910N Systems.