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John Clark wrote:
> 
> Hello,
> 
> I am trying to alias my NIC with several ip numbers.  It would appear that
> only the first one works.  If someone knows how to do this, please let me know.
> 

Use a netmask of 0xffffffff (Or 255.255.255.255) for the aliases.

Gary
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