Re: Networking GS to a Mac?

[shack@deimos.frii.com (Randy Shackelford)]

In article <4nfkfn$pnd@newsgate.sps.mot.com>,
Jason Perez <jasonp@norton.sps.mot.com> wrote:
>  I'm trying to get my GS networked to my Mac, but can't seem
>to do it.  I've got System 6.0.1 running on the GS, with Appletalk
>enabled and Appleshare enabled (installed from System disks).  I
>have the GS and Mac connected between their modem ports using a
>IWII cable.  On the Mac side System 7.5.3 is running, Appleshare/
>Appletalk/File Sharing enabled.  But neither system can see the
>other.  What gives?  Do I need some special software on the Mac to
>make it a file server?

Well you need open transport installed on the Mac before you can use the modem
port for localtalk. You'd need to set up the IIgs to use the modem port as 
well. Most people find it easier to use the printer port instead.


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