Re: MAC vs NeXT modem cable???

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From: M Carling
Date: Fri, 18 Dec 1992 02:04

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In article <1992Dec8.201552.4449@dale.ksc.nasa.gov>  
obrooks@dale.ksc.nasa.gov(Oscar Brooks) writes:
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>  Is the NeXT-to-Modem Cable (MiniDin-8 to DB-25) the same as the
> MAC modem cable? Can I use a Mac modem cable on a NeXT? 

You could, but you should (except with 030 NeXTs) use hardware flow  
control, which requires different wiring. NeXTConnection sells correctly  
wired black modem cables for about $10. 1-800-800-NeXT.

M Carling
Director, Bay Area NeXT Group

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