Most people, if they need to change the computer that connects to a cable or dsl modem, just have to turn the modem off so it can accept a connection from a machine with a different MAC address.
And changing the modem itself is no big deal at all. Just put the new modem (say, if you decide to replace an adsl usb modem with a wifi modem/router), configure and go.
Lu�s Sequeira
The only option for you is to get router that enables you to change MAC address. Most European operators register one MAC address for a location and do not allow any other machines to connect/share the connection. If your friend has Ethernet cable connected to the computer there is some hope.
The way to do change his setup is as follows:
1. When his Mac G3 is up open Terminal and run the ifconfig command. Then note the MAC address of his connection (it is the long hex number next to the word 'ether' for his network card - the one that has IP address - e.g. has IP address next to the word inet).
2. Setup the router / wireless hub - in the setup of the WS hub change the MAC address for the external interface to the MAC address you recorded in step 1. Do not plug the network to the hub just yet.
3. Take the network cable from his Mac and plug it into the router, connect other PCs to the network and everything should go fine.
Not sure if Belkin supports the custom MAC address, but keep in mind that the crazy Europeans (I'm one of them) have different power source than US (e.g. 220V/50Hz). Good luck.
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