QUOTE(sidewinder33 @ Nov 12 2006, 09:15 PM)

some computer do it automatically.
Auto negotiation on the computer's ethernet adapter is a rare sight.
QUOTE(DOS4GW @ Nov 12 2006, 04:46 PM)

Auto negotiation on the computer's ethernet adapter is a rare sight.
On Pc's
my Mac did it and I had no idea, but you are correct it is still a rare thing, seeing how macs are pretty rare 
Ghost rider post back and update us on your situation, if all you needed was a crossover cable you should be able to pick one up at any local electronics store.