>> I would like to put a file server (an older Mac, PPC 603 or 604) on my home >> Ethernet network. It would also function as a backup device. But the >> filename restrictions of 32 characters is a show-stopper. Is there any way >> to remove this limitation on the old Macs? > > From: chris <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > You can see if the Mac you want to use can use OS X via XPostFacto. Then > use OS X as the NOS and you won't have to worry about the 32 character > limit. >
I'm trying to make use of a low-power-consumption model, such as the 6300 series that also supports large IDE drives (128MB max per partition?). So running OS X is not an option here. I'll definitely use Ethernet (PCI 100-T would be even better), so it should meet my needs well into the future. Looks like OS 9 (AppleShare IP) will provide acceptable disk-mounting over the network on the OS X machines, and the long file name issue should be a moot point (please see my other message about this one). Yea! Now I just need time to set this up... Thank you all, Jay -- MacNetwork is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... XRouter Pro | Share your DSL or cable modem between multiple computers! Dr. Bott | Only $199 <http://www.drbott.com/prod/MIH130.html> Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> MacNetwork list info: <http://lowendmac.com/lists/macnet.html> --> AOL users, remove "mailto:"; end list messages to: <mailto:macnetwork@mail.maclaunch.com> To unsubscribe, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> For digest mode, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subscription questions: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Archive: <http://www.mail-archive.com/macnetwork%40mail.maclaunch.com/> iPod Accessories for Less at 1-800-iPOD.COM Fast Delivery, Low Price, Good Deal www.1800ipod.com
