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Connecting with ethernet – Apple MacBook Pro (15-inch) User Manual

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Chapter 3

Using Your MacBook Pro

Connecting with Ethernet

Your computer comes with built-in Ethernet (G) networking capability, which you can

use to connect to a network or to a cable or DSL modem.

Connecting to a network gives you access to other computers and potentially to

network printers, modems, email, and the Internet. You can use Ethernet to share files

between two computers or set up a small network. The Ethernet port on your

MacBook Pro automatically detects other Ethernet devices. You don’t need an Ethernet

crossover cable when connecting to other Ethernet devices. Use a 2-pair category 5

(or higher) Ethernet cable to connect to a 10Base-T, 100Base-T, or 1000Base-T Ethernet

network.

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