Apple Ethernet CS AAUI Card - Manual (Page 4)

About this communications card
The Apple Ethernet CS AAUI Card expands the
communications capabilities of models of Macintosh
computers that have a communications slot (CS). AAUI
stands for Apple Attachment Unit Interface—Apple’s
version of an industry-standard interface. The card is
designed for networks that conform to the IEEE 802.3
standard for Ethernet. Using the Apple Ethernet CS AAUI
Card and the appropriate transceiver, you can connect
your Macintosh to a variety of network media: thick coaxial
(“coax”), twisted-pair, thin coax, or fiber-optic.
To connect to an Ethernet network, you must also install
EtherTalk software, which is included with the card. After
you’ve added the card and installed EtherTalk software,
you connect to your network by attaching an AAUI-
compatible transceiver cable to the card’s AAUI port.
The Apple Ethernet CS AAUI Card works only with
Macintosh System 7 or later. For best performance your
system should have at least 4 megabytes (MB) of random-
access memory.
What’s in the box
■ One Apple Ethernet CS AAUI Card
Note: Keep the card inside its antistatic bag in
the protective cardboard box until you’re ready
to install it.
■ One floppy disk containing EtherTalk software
■ Warranty card
■ User’s guide
Note: You’ll need to obtain the specific transceiver and
cable for your network separately. If you are not sure
which transceiver you need, see your network
administrator or support person, or contact the Apple
Assistance Center at 800-SOS-APPL.
WARNING To avoid damage to the card and to
your other computer equipment, be sure that
you’ve turned off power to the computer before
beginning installation procedures.
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