How do I File Share without using Apple Talk?
Using standard TCP/IP methods, file sharing and local networking can be accomplished.
Connecting to a Server
To connect to a server (OS X 10.1 and above) using your Mac Keyboard hit the Apple Symbol and K simultaneously. This will bring up a window to Connect to a Server. Enter the Server IP address here and it will be added to your network.
Connecting to Mac Computers over the LAN
OS X will automatically find Mac OSX based computers in your network. You simply have to view your Network from the Finder and you will see all local computers.
Connecting to Windows Based Computers via the LAN
Using OS X you will need to enter your System Preferences and open the Network page to change your settings and allow for Windows Computers to be networked.
Can clients connect to the base station but not make any IP connections?
If clients get a strong signal connection to the base station but cannot use the network (such as Web browsing or local file sharing), check to see if you are experiencing a PPPoE scenario or if your computer is set on the wrong IP settings, or if the Router is on Static IP and DHCP is off.
Lost network password
Hit the RESET button on the back panel of the Router for over 5 seconds and the Router will return to default settings. (Login: Admin, Password: None).
Using WPA and WPA2 Wireless Security with My Mac
See below – different OSX versions support different wireless security features. Check the Apple support page for more information.
Use the latest version of the Mac OS that you can
It is best to have the latest version of the Mac OS that you can use, whether you have Mac OS 9 or Mac OS X. Use the Software Update control panel (Mac OS
9)or Software Update preferences (Mac OS X) to install software updates. Because some updates are prerequisite for others, repeatedly use Software Update until there are no updates left to install.
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