2006-12-31 07:43:16 · 5 answers · asked by zzhunibzz 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Laptops & Notebooks
okay i alreayd have a macbook..os x, and uh..so, i have to get a ethernet cable to connect my dsl to the laptop? b/c my laptop is in my room and the dsl box is in my living room...how is that possible, then i'd need a reaaallly long cable.
2007-01-02 14:47:17 · update #1
forget your ethernet! get a good wireless router! it's a breeze to install and you macbook already has the wireless inside!
don't forget to install some kind of security on it... wpa or MAC address is best!
even verizon will handle it!
I have a netgear, my partner has an airport express.... all easy!
2007-01-02 15:12:23 · answer #1 · answered by jake cigar™ is retired 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You just plug an Ethernet cable from the Mac to the DSL modem and it usually works automatically. If you have the Ethernet port set to DHCP in System preferences, it should come right up.
GlockGemini should quit using big words he doesn't understand before he does damage.
2006-12-31 11:31:16 · answer #2 · answered by Nomadd 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
using a router. The router will take care of the DSL settings. The mac plugs into the router using ethernet drivers like any other.
2006-12-31 07:46:07 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
With a Mac, these things are usually automatic. Do you already have a Macbook and DSL, or are you just wondering if it would work should you get a Mac?
2006-12-31 07:58:50 · answer #4 · answered by UbiquitousGeek 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Attach it through Ethernet. Go to System Preferences, to the Network pane. Click "built-in Ethernet" and the "Configure..." button. Under the TCP/IP pane, chose Configure IPv4: "Using DHCP". You should be ready to go.
2006-12-31 07:47:07 · answer #5 · answered by poorcocoboiboi 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋