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dcolton · Dec 31, 2003, 01:12 PM

I am trying to get some large files from my iBook to my powerbook...but I have no firewire to use target mode. Could I network the two with a network cable only? If so, how would I go about that. I tried it...and it seemed to acknowledge the two comkputers, but I couldn't get to any files. Any suggestions, pointers, general knowledge would be appreciated. THANKS in advance!

Dan

dcolton · Dec 31, 2003, 02:25 PM

I guess I coudl have asked that ? a little better:

How can I connect two computers via an ethernet cable?

larkost · Dec 31, 2003, 02:35 PM

Try searching the forums a bit. This has been covered many times. You probably should search for something like "file share ethernet". I will give you the hint that unless your PowerBook has gigabit ethernet, you will need a hub/router/switch or a crossover cable.

dcolton · Dec 31, 2003, 02:44 PM

Originally posted by larkost:
Try searching the forums a bit. This has been covered many times. You probably should search for something like "file share ethernet". I will give you the hint that unless your PowerBook has gigabit ethernet, you will need a hub/router/switch or a crossover cable.

Found the article on apple's site...thanks for your help http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=106461