Alright, more trying, more failing.
For some reason, the hack will not setup the port when it is run. I tried it today by manually configuring the network adapter on my computer and using a crossover cable, still no go, connected back to router and tried to check that IP in the router and also FTP into it, says no route. I can however ftp in with no problem when evox is running, so the network adapter in the xbox is working fine.
One thing is that i can hear no sound when i run the hack, but the screen does turn black and the ring amber. If i run hacked saves that boot into evox those also work fine.
What I am asking for is a way to flash this winbond chip WITHOUT using telnet. Is there a way, what disc, what save, etc? Any more specific help than 'just use raincoat v.5 after you boot evox' would be great. I looked into it, and the directions for it still say to use telnet, I have no clue why its not working, but its not, any more help would be great.
Thanks