Apple G3 Minitower manual Connecting to a LocalTalk Network, LocalTalk adapter, LocalTalk cable

Connecting to a LocalTalk Network

To connect your Macintosh to a LocalTalk network, you need LocalTalk cables and a LocalTalk adapter. In most cases, the Apple LocalTalk Locking Connector Kit DIN-8, available from your Apple-authorized dealer, contains the components you need to connect your Macintosh to an existing LocalTalk network. If your network uses standard telephone cables for your network wiring, obtain an Apple LocalTalk RJ-11 adapter and standard telephone cable instead.

Apple LocalTalk Locking Connector Kit DIN-8 Apple LocalTalk RJ-11 Adapter

LocalTalk adapter LocalTalk adapter

LocalTalk cable Standard telephone cable

If a network administrator is responsible for network maintenance and upkeep at your location, ask for help connecting your computer to the network.

To connect your Macintosh to a LocalTalk network, do the following:

1Shut down your Macintosh.

2Attach the LocalTalk adapter to the printer port.

Printer port icon

Printer port (Mini DIN-9)

If another device is already connected to the printer port, you can connect the LocalTalk adapter to the modem port.

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