Hi, I keep getting this 3cpipe-USRpdA error when I shut down this fresh installation of XP Pro. I found it in start-up and cleared it from start-up. I then googled for it and it said it had to be in start-up? I'm totally confused because after I removed it, the error went away. At this time I have the PC connected by ethernet or wireles PCI card, but I think the client also likes the dial-up for back-up. Anyone have any idea why it kept giving me quick flashes of that error on shutdown? There were no ! marks in the device manager before or after I stopped it from start-up. Thanks I really don't need a monkey on my back....hint...hint! Hopefully my advice will help you...Please post back with your results as it will help others.

3cpipe-USRpdA = USRmlnkA.exe = Modem driver files from US Robotics. I would suggest you do a search on US Robotics for an updated driver or patch.

thanks for the reply. I'll give that a shot and post back I really don't need a monkey on my back....hint...hint! Hopefully my advice will help you...Please post back with your results as it will help others.