It really seems to be about the power. I have tried using the AC adapter that came with it i.e. 5V@2A so the should be plenty of power. I also used an external battery pack/cell phone charger that I use to recharge the N800. Nothing seems to work. I'm sure glad you have patience though I'm almost ready to give up. The one thing I haven't tried (I'll do it tonight) is to try every thing with an external 3.5" USB drive. I think everyone says that works (directly and through the hub)

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