I have a 9600/233 running 8.6. Am getting a new powerbook. Apple says I just need a regular ethernet cable (not a crossover with the new powerbooks) to connect the two computers to transfer/share files. I also know that I can use a router (or hub if I get a second IP number) to share my DSL connection.
Main question is what setup should I have to share my printers? Where should they be plugged in? I have two non-network printers, an HP DeskJet 940C and an HP LaserJet 1200. I also asked Apple about airport, but they said that if I got that and plugged my printers into it, my 9600 would not be able to access the printers. It's more important for me to have the printers connected to the 9600 (that is, until I see how much I love the powerbook and start using it as my main computer). Should I just keep them connected as is and, when I want to print something from the powerbook, just transfer the file to the 9600 and print? I don't suppose there is any way for the powerbook to access my SCSI scanner (Epson 800), is there? I don't mean by getting an adapter and plugging it into the powerbook, I mean as a shared device. I'm pretty sure I know the answer to this is no, but thought I'd throw it in there anyway. Same question as above (and probably same answer without need for adapter) for my USB Wacom tablet. I do currently have a Belkin USB powered hub attached to my 9600. So, what's the best way to set up my new little mini-LAN? I want to be ready for the arrival of the new computer. I'll have enough to do once it's here and I have to make the switch to X. By the way, that brings up one more question. Would I be fine for file/print sharing, etc. by staying with 8.6 on the 9600 or do I have to go up to 9.x? I'm very comfortable with 8.6, find it stable, and have spent all the money I have on the new powerbook so I don't want to have to buy another OS too, but want the easiest set-up with the fewest problems. Thanks for all suggestions. Carolyn -- 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:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To unsubscribe, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> For digest mode, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subscription questions: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Archive:<http://www.mail-archive.com/pci-powermacs%40mail.maclaunch.com/> Using a Mac? Free email & more at Applelinks! http://www.applelinks.com
