Re: Simple IIGS-Mac network - boy i feel stupid

[clay1@primenet.com (Clayburn Juniel/Effective Software Solutions)]

GUDAT,HENRIK MICHAEL (GUDATH@EZINFO.VMSMAIL.ETHZ.CH) wrote:
: Hi Net,

: I'm in the process of building a REALLY simple LocalTalk network. I have
: enabled everything that has the name "network" or "appleshare" in it :), but I
: still can't log in as a user on the mac. Can anyone help?

: The setup is as follow:
: Mac:
: Sharing Setup: file sharing enabled, program linking, too (but nonsense, I know
: :) )
: Network CP: LocalTalk
: Users & Groups: <Guest> with all rights
: File Sharing Monitor: shows that my HD can be shared

: IIGS:
: Unfortunately, I have damaged system disks and thus had to copy some files from
: an old system 6.0 developer CD (notably the AppleShare FST)
: The AppleShare control panel shows no ApplTalk zones - everything is
: blank...dammit :)
: Slots: slot 1 & 7 set to appleTalk
: I have a serial cable (the one from the printer) plugged into the printer
: ports.

: I'm an idiot when it comes to networks. However, if there's a quick fixfor my
: problem, I'd appreciate your help.

: Thanks a lot,

: henrik

You need two local(Apple) talk cables.  Connect each two the printer 
ports and then connect them to each other using the supplied phone cord.

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Clay

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