Frequently Asked Questions
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Localtalk Network Topology
Q: Can I use the AsantéTalk Serial Cable on an Appletalk
compatible printer?
A: No. The AsantéTalk Serial Cable connector is designed
for serial printers and for connecting a Localtalk com-
puter to the AsantéTalk. It was not designed to estab-
lish a Localtalk network, nor was it designed to
communicate with a printer that supports the Apple-
talk protocol.
Q: What cabling should I use to connect my Appletalk
printer to the AsantéTalk?
A: Localtalk connector kits are available for building a
Localtalk network. One connector must be provided
for each Localtalk device. If there is a single printer to
be attached to an iMac, for example, two Localtalk con-
nectors would need to be provided; one for the
AsantéTalk, and one for the Appletalk printer.
Q: What is the difference between Localtalk and Apple-
talk?
A: Localtalk topology refers to the physical cabling used
to connect the network devices. Appletalk protocol
compatibility refers to the software language the
devices (computers and printers) use to communicate
with each other.
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