Apple 8100/80 Connecting a GeoPort Telecom Adapter or modem, Connecting to a high-speed network

Connecting a GeoPort Telecom Adapter or modem

Your Macintosh has an enhanced telecommunications port called the GeoPort. By connecting the GeoPort Telecom Adapter, designed specifically for use with the GeoPort, you can take advantage of your computer’s special communications capabilities. The GeoPort Telecom Adapter comes with communications and fax software and can be purchased from Apple- authorized dealers.

Modem and GeoPort icon

GeoPort connector

You can also connect a standard modem to the GeoPort, using a standard modem cable. A standard modem cannot take advantage of the computer’s advanced communications features.

To connect an adapter or modem to your computer, follow the instructions that came with your adapter or modem.

You can also connect a printer to the modem port.

Connecting to a high-speed network

Your Macintosh comes with built-in Apple Ethernet for connecting to high- speed Ethernet networks. With the appropriate Apple Ethernet Media Adapter (or another compatible media adapter), you can connect your Macintosh to an existing Ethernet network, using thin coax, 10BASE-T twisted pair, thick coax, or other standard cables. (See your Apple-authorized dealer for more information on Apple Ethernet Media Adapters for your Macintosh.)

IMPORTANT Your Macintosh supports EtherTalk Phase 2 (AppleTalk Phase 2 protocols for Ethernet networks) and TCP/IP. The computer does not support EtherTalk Phase 1.

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