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Asanté Talk Ethernet to LocalTalk Converter
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A: Any router, including a Windows NT server, that has been prop-
erly configured is capable of establishing zones for the network.
Both hardware and software routers are available that allow Ether-
Talk and LocalTalk traffic. The Asanté
Talk will reflect any zones
created by a router. Consult your network administrator for more
information. However, since there is no utility to control the As-
anté
Talk , there is no way to determine what zone it will show up in if
there is more than one zone.
AppleTalk Protocol Compatibility
Q: What is AppleTalk protocol compatibility?
A: AppleTalk protocol is the “language” used by devices within an
Apple network. One of the features of AppleTalk is that devices can
be “shared” (accessed by multiple users). This protocol is not de-
pendent upon the type of topology (physical connections) used in
the network.
Q: What types of devices does Asanté
Talk support?
A: The Asanté
Talk supports all AppleTalk-compatible computers
and printers. However, since Apple Computer
™
continues to change
it’s implementation of AppleTalk, it is possible that there may be
incompatibilities between older and newer versions of operating
systems that are completely unrelated to the Asanté
Talk .
Q: How can I tell if my printer is AppleTalk compatible?
A: A sure way is to contact the printer manufacturer. A quick way to
tell is by looking at the kind of icon that is used to access the printer.
If the Apple LaserWriter icon is used to access the printer, it is an
AppleTalk compatible printer. Most third-party AppleTalk printer
icons will have a little cable hooking into the icon. The letters "AT"
will also appear. Another way is to click on the printer icon. If the
printer name shows up on the righthand side of the “Chooser” win-
dow, it is an AppleTalk-compatible printer. If you are requested to
choose either the printer or modem port, it is a serial printer and
cannot be shared.