Re: Apple ][ -Mac link

[Michael Warner <Mikeal@rmci.net>]

Bill Scheffler wrote:
> 
> BinaryMan (adjohann@global.co.za) wrote:
> : Is there a way to make a little "network" between my Mac and my Apple II.
> : If yes, what exactly would I need and how complicated would it be for a
> : newbie of Apple II??
> 
>         What model is your Apple II?  You'll need a workstation card for
> the Apple //e.  If you have an Apple IIgs, AppleTalk is built in.  As far
> as I know, any other II is not networkable.
> 
> : Would a Iomega Zip work with an Apple II?? Would I need an extra cable or
> : something like that??
> 
>         Yep.  However, you'll need a SCSI card of somesort.  I believe
> their is a RAMFast card available for the //e now.  If you want a less
> expensive alternative (and slower) find a Apple High Speed SCSI card.
> Again, I'm sure this above option is also limited to the Apple //e and
> //gs (maybe the II+ can support SCSI).
> 
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P.S.- The Zip chip is a new CPU which can take it up to 8 mhz as opposed 
to...I think stock is 1.5 mhz. You might find a Transwarp at a garage 
sale or pawn shop. But I believe someone has the 8 mhz Zip chip.

				Later, Mike :)