Dale Hoffman sez: > > If connecting via the ethernet ports (RJ45) between two computers > without a hub or router you need a special (though inexpensive and > easily found) "crossover" cable. It's even pretty easy to turn a regular ethernet cable (CAT 5, CAT 5e, CAT 6 should all be okay for this) into a crossover cable. If I remember correctly, the only tool you'd need would be something long and skinny, like a jeweler's screwdriver, or maybe even just a straightened paper clip. Try these two links: http://www.makeitsimple.com/how-to/dyi_crossover.htm and http://www.littlewhitedog.com/content-8.html -- Rich