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If you buy and install an Ethernet card, you can connect your Macintosh to
an existing high-speed Ethernet network that uses thin coaxial cables,
10BASE-T twisted pair cables, thick coaxial cables, or other standard cables.
Depending on the type of cables used in the Ethernet network you’re
connected to, you may need to purchase an Apple Ethernet media adapter
or other compatible media adapter to connect your Macintosh. (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.)
To use Ethernet, you need to change the network connection in the Network
control panel. (For instructions on how to select a network connection and
other information about using your Macintosh on a network, see the
“Networks & Telecommunications” topic of Macintosh Guide, available in the
Guide [h] menu.)
IMPORTANT
Your Macintosh supports EtherTalk Phase 2 (AppleTalk
Phase 2 Protocols for Ethernet networks) and TCP/IP (via MacTCP software).
Non-Apple products that you can use to communicate over Ethernet using
protocols are also available. Your Macintosh does not support EtherTalk
Phase 1 (AppleTalk Phase 1 protocols for Ethernet networks).
Installing internal drives
Your Macintosh comes with three internal storage devices—a floppy disk
drive, a CD-ROM (compact disc read-only memory) drive, and a hard disk
drive (several capacities are available). If you want to replace an internal
drive, see your Apple-authorized dealer.
CAUTION
The use of an Ethernet card will make your Macintosh a
Class A computing device, according to FCC regulations.
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