About the Apple Ethernet CS II Card
The Apple Ethernet CS II Card expands the communication capabilities of models of Macintosh computers that have a communication slot II (CS II).
The card is designed for networks that conform to the
IEEE 802.3 standard for Ethernet.
There are three configurations of the Apple Ethernet
CS II Card, each with a connector for a different type of Ethernet cable. These are m twisted pair m thin coaxial ( coax )
m AAUI (universal connector)
This manual provides instructions for all three configurations of the card.
You begin by installing the card and then connecting it to your network. You should also install the latest version of the Ethernet software if a disk is included with the card.
The Apple Ethernet CS II Card requires System
7.5.3 or a later version. For best performance your system should have 8 megabytes (MB) minimum of random-access memory (RAM).
What s in the box m One Apple Ethernet CS II Card with either a twisted-pair connector, a thin coaxial connector
(with T-connector attached), or an AAUI connector
Note: Keep the card inside its antistatic bag in the protective cardboard box until you re ready to install it.
m One floppy disk containing Ethernet CS II
software m Warranty card m User s guide
IMPORTANT If you purchased a new Macintosh and
this booklet came in the box, your Apple Ethernet
CS II Card and software may already be installed,
and no disk containing the Ethernet CS II software is included. Skip ahead to Installing Your
Ethernet Software for information about setting up your software.
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Installing Your Apple Ethernet CS II Card
Note: You ll need to obtain the specific cable for your network separately. If you are not sure which transceiver you need, see your network administrator or support person.