/usr/local/sbin/lspci worked
I did use Apps to install both tools. the libs are there and lspci works.
Just now removed the tools and reinstalled and all is well including the libs. Not sure what happened.
I had been experimenting with a live meego usb install on this Asus 900a with a frugal tcl install. Coincidentally, my backlight just failed on my display.
I should have installed on the tools on another tcl frugal computer for more info.
Sorry about the inconvenience and thanks for you instant help,
Tony