If this question is off-topic, perhaps someone can direct me to a group that's appropriate. It involves the wired networking of my 3 computers, one of which is a PB 1400.
When I first got ADSL, Earthlink required the use of MacPoet, software which seemingly conflicted with most of what I was using. A router eliminated the need for MacPoet and also allowed me to connect my Macs with ethernet and also provided a print server so that I could share my postscript Laserprinter. So, I was forced into my first "adventure" in networking with an Asante 3004LC router that didn't connect me to the internet until I bought software (IPNetTuner) that changed the MTU (I think that's maximum throughput). Asante blamed it on Earthlink, but anyhow the software cost me almost as much as the router. But, it worked pretty well for 2-3 years. The next problem was the modem provided by Earthlink died, so less than a year ago we bought a new one from Earthlink--a Netopia. This new modem does not require MacPoet, but now I have three computers and would like to have the same set up as before. I did a little research and decided on an SMC router. Last night I attempted to set up the system and of course, the router can't find the modem. The SMC tech said it was because the modem has a private IP address and said to contact Earthlink and find out how to change the modem to Bridge Mode so that the IP address would become public. I did this and still no dice. Any suggestions would be appreciated. BTW, should I still need to use IPNetTuner to change the MTU? Any security issues in using Bridge Mode? Thanks, Spence -- PowerBooks is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Enter To Win A | -- Canon PowerShot Digital Cameras start at $299 | Free iBook! | Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> PowerBooks list info: <http://lowendmac.com/lists/powerbooks.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/powerbooks%40mail.maclaunch.com/> iPod Accessories for Less at 1-800-iPOD.COM Fast Delivery, Low Price, Good Deal www.1800ipod.com
