Connecting A Modem Or Telecom Adapter; Connecting To A Network; Connecting To A Localtalk Network; Connecting To An Ethernet Network - Power Computing PowerTower Pro User Manual

Chapter 2, Connecting Peripheral Devices

Connecting a modem or telecom adapter

Your computer is equipped with an enhanced telecommunications port (marked with
which can be used with a standard modem or the Apple GeoPort Telecom Adapter. The
GeoPort Telecom Adapter offers advanced communications features not available with
standard modems. It is available from authorized Apple dealers.
To connect a modem or GeoPort Adapter, follow the instructions that came with it.

Connecting to a network

Your computer has built-in support for two different networking systemsÑLocalTalk and
Ethernet. Other networking systems are possible, but they require expansion cards.
Use the AppleTalk control panel in Mac OS to choose a networking system. See
Macintosh Guide for information about using your computer on a network.

Connecting to a LocalTalk network

Use the computerÕs printer port (marked with
LocalTalk connectors and cables are available from several vendors. Follow the instructions
that came with the connector and cabling.

Connecting to an Ethernet network

The computer has two built-in ports (marked with
Ethernet networks. Using the appropriate AAUI adapter, you can connect to standard
Ethernet wiring such as 10Base-T, thick coax, and thin coax. Adapters are available from
several vendors. Follow the manufacturerÕs instructions for connecting the adapter. If you
are connecting to a 10Base-T network, you can plug the network RJ45 connector into the
10Base-T port.
If both the AAUI and the 10Base-T connectors are connected, only the
10Base-T connection will be active.

Connecting to a Token Ring network

You can connect to a Token Ring network by installing an expansion card and appropriate
networking software. Token Ring cards and software are available from several vendors.
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