User`s manual

FriendlyShare Internet Sharing

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simple questions. Your Internet “gateway” can be up and running in minutes. Internet Connectivity for a network has

never been so easy in the past.

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NOTE:

the hardware and software allow the same ISP account to be shared by

multiple users. please check with your ISP for proper usage].

System Requirements

To provide Internet access for your home network you will need a computer with the following to act as a server:

1. Macintosh CPU (PPC required - Will not run on Performa or Nubus PPC systems).

2. 32MB RAM installed.

3. Built-in Ethernet OR free slot for an Ethernet card.

4. A modem, ADSL, ISDN, or cable modem connection.

5. An ISP account.

6. The FriendlyShare software installed and properly conﬁgured.

Building a FriendlyNet Network

The FriendlyShare software allows multiple clients in a LAN to share the same Internet account. There are several

options available for building a LAN.

Network Options For Your Home Network:

Option 1:

2-Station LAN

Many home networks will consist of 2 computers. To build a 2 station network you will need:

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One Macintosh computer (see above for system requirements) to act as the

FriendlyShare Server.

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A client computer with built-in Ethernet OR a free slot for an Ethernet NIC.

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Crossover cable (supplied with FriendlyShare Software.

The Asanté FriendlyShare software package allows both computers to share the same internet connection.