UMDRanger

I occassionally have the problem of the cmd screen blinking out also. When that happens I open the command prompt another way. Try this: Start-->all programs-->Accessories-->Command Prompt. Then just go ahead and do the ipconfig as usual. OR- open your router's setup page and view the "DHCP Clients" table. Match the computer name to the listed 192.168.1.x IP.

I have a similar problem with my Toshiba laptop. Happens every once in a while, but like yours, it won't shut down and I need to hold down the power button. Doesn't happen enough times for me to track down the problem. When you find the solution, wanna post it? Good luck.

I've got the WACD-200DN. I've got it over looking the parking lot at my apartment, to keep an eye on my car (had it broken into one too many times). I am pleased with it, but then again I am only using it for personal use, not professional. At night it auto-switches to b/w as you know, and while it has some snow, etc... its still good enough for me to see whats going on.