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Connecting to an Ethernet network
If your computer came with the optional Ethernet card, you can connect your
Macintosh to any standard high-speed Ethernet network. You can connect
your Macintosh to an existing Ethernet network that uses thin coaxial cables,
10BASE-T twisted pair cables, thick coaxial cables, or other standard cables.
You may need to purchase an appropriate Apple Ethernet media adapter or
other compatible media adapter to connect your Macintosh to a network.
(Consult the service and support information that came with your computer
for instructions on how to contact an Apple-authorized service provider or
Apple for more information on Apple Ethernet media adapters.)
If you install an Ethernet card later on, you’ll need to install the software that
comes with the Ethernet card, then change the network connection in a
control panel. (For instructions on how to select a network connection and
other information about using your Macintosh on a network, see the
“Networks” topic area of Macintosh Guide, available in the Guide [h] menu.)
IMPORTANT
Your Macintosh works with EtherTalk Phase 2 (AppleTalk
Phase 2 Protocols for Ethernet networks) and TCP/IP. Non-Apple products
that you can use to communicate over Ethernet using protocols are also
available. Your Macintosh does not work with EtherTalk Phase 1 (AppleTalk
Phase 1 protocols for Ethernet networks).
Note: The use of an Ethernet card will make your Macintosh a Class A
computing device, according to FCC regulations.
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