Although the settings are the same, the actual TCP/IP software was improved from OS 8.1 to 8.5. I've left 8.1 far behind, but check Apple's software area for any updates to Open Transport that you can apply to 8.1, as that might help with your problems.
>I'm having a hell of a time getting my "new" 7300 64/180 w/ 8.1 onto the >internet via Cox Cable internet. I just found that they recommend 8.5 and >up, but is 8.5 really different from 8.1 in this respect? The setup is >exactly the same in the book and on my computer. I am wondering because I >still hear of people, particularly those on the "Classic Mac" newslist who >are able to access the internet via cable or modem and I'm sure they aren't >using 8.5 :-) . Or maybe I'm misinformed. Anyway, before I plunk down cash >for 8.5 (which will probably happen soon anyway), can 8.1 be used or >configured for cable internet? Any advice would be appreciated. >.............................Mike T. -- -- Mr. PopMan - [EMAIL PROTECTED] - "Does anybody want to play a game of pinball?" Money is nothing more than a tool. It can be a force for good, a force for evil, or simply be idle. Jim Stovall-The Ultimate Gift -- PCI-PowerMacs is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Refurbished Drives | -- Sonnet & PowerLogix Upgrades - start at $169 | & CDRWs on Sale! | Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> PCI-PowerMacs list info: <http://lowendmac.com/lists/pci-powermacs.shtml> --> AOL users, remove "mailto:"; Send list messages to: <mailto:pci-powermacs@;mail.maclaunch.com> To unsubscribe, email: <mailto:pci-powermacs-off@;mail.maclaunch.com> For digest mode, email: <mailto:pci-powermacs-digest@;mail.maclaunch.com> Subscription questions: <mailto:listmom@;lowendmac.com> Archive:<http://www.mail-archive.com/pci-powermacs%40mail.maclaunch.com/> --------------------------------------------------------------- >The Think Different Store http://www.ThinkDifferentStore.com ---------------------------------------------------------------
