Re: [NTLK] Connecting an eMate to an iMac

From: Laurent Daudelin (nemesys_at_cox.net)
Date: Wed Jul 10 2002 - 21:14:53 EDT

on 10/07/02 20:59, Jim Martin at jimmartin_at_mindspring.com wrote:

> I have an eMate that I'd like to connect to an iMac that uses Mac OS X. My
> understanding is that to do this, I need a Newton connection cable (mini DIN8
> on both ends) and the Keyspan serial-to-USB converter, which costs about $80
> retail (though sells for less on eBay).
>
> Has anyone tried connecting a Newton device to an iMac with OS X on it? If so,
> are there any issues/problems I should be aware of?

Why not using an Ethernet card in your eMate with a crossover Ethernet cable
directly connected to the Ethernet port on your iMac? You can find PCMCIA
Ethernet cards that are compatible with the Newton for around $20 if you
shop carefully. Much cheaper than the Keyspan and you even get faster
connection in bonus!

-Laurent. 

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