I'm using OS 9 on both machines. If I use DHCP Server in TCP/IP what would I use as a DHCP Client ID? Is there a specific format? Thanks Brian. ---------- >From: Al Poulin <alpoulin at cox.net> >To: "Power Macintosh G4 List" <G4 at lists.themacintoshguy.com> >Subject: Re: [G4] Network question. >Date: Mon, Dec 2, 2002, 10:30 PM > > "brian doyle" <loopheadstudio at eircom.net> wrote: > >> I want to network a Titanium powerbook to a desktop G4 350. >> I have the crossed cable. I just dont know the format for DNS numbers to >> use >> in TCP. Or is there another way? > > On your Titanium, assuming you are using OS 9, go to the Finder Help and > ask for something like Network. The system will lead you by the nose. You > should not have to worry about DNS numbers. In the TCP/IP Control Panel you > will choose Using DHCP Server. In the AppleTalk Control Panel, you will > choose connect via Ethernet. In the File Sharing Control Panel you have a > whole range of choices, including security features if you want them. > > In OS X, it is supposed to be easier. >> >> Also would anybody know if its possible to network an old IICi to these >> machines mentioned above? > > Yes. This involves a LocalTalk to Ethernet Bridge. Instead of a crossover > cable, use a hub for the three machines. You may have to get a PhoneNet > connector for the IICi. > > Look at Apple's web site for Networking. Also, look at: > http://www.threemacs.com./network/index.html for info. > http://www.farallon.com/ for bridge. > > -- > Al Poulin > Anger, hate, and revenge are for the devil, forgiveness is for God, > proactive self-defense is for the rest of us. > > > > ---------- > G4ist, a listserv for discussion of everything G4. > FAQ at <http://www.themacintoshguy.com/lists/G4.html>. > Send a message to <G4-DIGEST at themacintoshguy.com> to switch to the digest. > > XRouter | Share your DSL or cable modem between multiple computers! > Dr. Bott | Now $139.99 <http://www.drbott.com/prod/xrouter.html> > > Dr. Bott LLC 4-port USB Hub in translucent Graphite! > Dr. Bott LLC <http://www.drbott.com/prod/ghub.html> > > Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Canon Digital Cameras | > --Quicksilver & refurbished G4's arriving daily! | and Camcorders!! | > > MacResQ Specials: LaCie SCSI CDR From $99! PowerBook 3400/200 Only $879! > Norton AntiVirus 6 Only $19! We Stock PARTS! <http://www.macresq.com> > > OS X News, Dr.Mac, Forums, Tutorials, Tips, Hints, FAQ?s - > http://www.osxfaq.com > >