Ethernet (10/100/1000Base-T)

Your computer comes with built-in 10/100/1000 megabit per second (Mbit/s) twisted- pair Ethernet networking capability, which you can use to connect to a network, including a Gigabit Ethernet network, or to a cable or DSL modem.

Connecting to a network gives you access to other computers. You may be able to store and retrieve information; use network printers, modems, and email; or connect to the Internet. You can also use Ethernet to share files between two computers or set up a small network. The Ethernet port on your PowerBook automatically detects other Ethernet devices. You don’t need an Ethernet crossover cable when connecting to other Ethernet devices.

ÂUse 2-pair category 3 (or higher) Ethernet cables to connect to a 10Base-T Ethernet network.

ÂUse 2-pair category 5 (or higher) Ethernet cables to connect to a 100Base-T Ethernet network.

ÂUse 4-pair category 5 (or higher) Ethernet cables to connect to a 1000Base-T Ethernet network.

For More Information on Using Ethernet

Additional information, including setting up an Ethernet network and transferring files using Ethernet, is available in Mac OS Help. Choose Help > Mac Help from the menu bar and search for “Ethernet” or “network.”

For information on networking products you can use with your PowerBook, check the Macintosh Products Guide at www.apple.com/guide.

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Apple G4 17-inch manual Ethernet 10/100/1000Base-T, For More Information on Using Ethernet