Hi,
I wanted to connect my MacBook to the net via my E71 using USB, so as to consume less power than by BlueTooth.
I followed the steps detailed at {http://www.2nrds.com/using-the-nokia-e71-as-a-modem-on-a-mac}, and it worked perfectly. 😊
But alas�
It only worked ONCE. 😞
A few days after setting it up, I tried again, but when I click on �connect�, the Mac tries briefly, then an INTERNET CONNECT alert appears on my Mac, saying �The selected communication device does not exist. Please verify your settings and try again.�
Hmmm�.
I tried the Nokia Multimedia Transfer software connected by USB, and the �Device Browser� works fine, so the E71 IS connected OK using PC Suite. But for some reason, the Mac can�t see the E71 and connect through it as the modem.
Weird? As I said, it did it just fine the other day.
I haven�t changed any settings from when it DID work, and being a tek-nik-kal dim-wit, I don�t want to try anything in case I stuff it up.
A couple of other clues...
1. It works fine when I connect via Bluetooth.
2 The drop down menu shows the E71 on the list, but it is GREY, so not available.
So how can the E71 be connected with PC Suite � but the 'connect' thingy in System Prefs > Network thinks it does not exist? If you have any thoughts, I really would appreciate it!
Thanks!
Jerry