Cross patch cable Connection to iMac

Is it possible to hardwire a time capsule to an iMac using a cat 5e cross patch cable?

Why do you want to use a cross patch cable?? If it is simply because you have one.. fine.. just use it.. but modern ethernet gear is all designed to self determine if it needs straight or xdress.. xover.

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Ethernet Patch Cable from One iMac to AirPort Extreme Please help!

Hi, I have an iMac on one side of my home office, and a cable modem connected to my AirPort Extreme. I just bought a 25 ft. patch cable to run and connect to the router for faster speeds, but it is not working. I tried connecting it to the AirPort and the modem, and I did not get a light on the AirPort extreme or on the modem (I have disabled the wireless functionality on the gateway so it is just a modem now). I noticed that the cable has metal on the sides of the plug. Does that mean anything? How can I connect this and get it working properly?
Please help me!

your post is a little confusing
your imac is on one side of your home, and both your cable modem and extreme are on the other side of the house?
temporarily move the imac to the same side and try a different cable, seems like a cable issue

Two 1st Generation iMacs using 1 Broadband Cable connection - Best way?

Hi guys,
I have a snow iMac (600Mhz) running 10.2.8 - I have it set up with Virgin Cable Broadband (formerly Telewest/NTL using a Motorola Surfboard Cable Modem), my mum has passed us her old Tangerine iMac (400Mhz) also running 10.2.8 - I currently have both set up in one of our bedrooms, they are about 2 metres apart on seperate desks.
I have asked this to quite a few people but am getting different answers all the time so I am hoping you guys here can help in giving me a definitive answer:
What's the best way for me to get both of these iMacs on via by Cable connection? - I don't want wireless, I just want wired ethernet.
Some people are insisting I need a wired router similar to this:
http://www.broadbandstuff.co.uk/productinfo.php?productsid=225
Whilst others are saying that I just need a switch device similar to this:
http://www.broadbandstuff.co.uk/productinfo.php?productsid=113&osCsid=7b23b40476276b3714287fcad8b20a38
Can anyone confirm please?
Thanks

I know I have closed this thread off, but wanted to
ask Alan one more question...
Did you have to recontact NTL when you got your
router to supply them with the new code on the router
before it would work?- A guy at my work has said I
will need to do this, is this correct?
Hello IntelMacMini,
No I did not contact NTL about anything. I think you may have to do this if this is the first time you have made any connection to the internet.
I presume you already have one computer connected to the broadband modem as I had.
All I did was unplug the ethernet cable from the modem to the computer and plugged it into the internet port on router and then ran an ethernet patch cable from one of the numbered ports to the computer. Then I switched on the router and followed the instructions that came with the router until it was up and working and connected with the internet.
Then I connected a patch cable to another numbered port on the router and plugged it into the ethernet port on the second computer.
Next switched off both computers, the router and the modem in that order.
Then switched on the modem waited until all was working ( lights steady ), then the router until all the right lights were steady, then the first computer and checked that it connected to the internet, and finally the second computer and checked the connection.
With the third old g3 powerbook OS 9.2.2 I just set the TCP/IP to connect via ethernet and configure using DHCP server and plugged it in without switching anything off and it worked first time.
It sounds a bit complicated but if an old technophobe like me can do it anyone can.
Hope this helps,
Alan
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Recently I bought a mini DVI to HDMI converter from eBay for my iMac 21.5 Mid 2011, but only later I realised that it does not have the mini DVI port in that. How can I connect my iMac to a LG smart TV through a HDMI cable?

This is the picture of all the ports from my iMac
This is the mini DVI to HDMI converter which I bought from ebay. And I have the HDMI cable to connect it to my TV
Could anyone please suggest me a solution how I could connect my iMac to the LG smart TV? Also I need to know if this transmits the audio as well to the smart TV?
Suggestions are welcomed. I really appreciate and thank you for your time

I would suggest looking into a Thunderbolt to HDMI connector. In this case, you may be able to use the TV as an external monitor. For this option, please confirm through additional research. I have not tested it personally.
You can also use an Apple TV, which connects with HDMI. In this case, you can use Airplay Mirroring. Not all Macs support Airplay Mirroring, so you need to check first. I have a Mid-2011 27" iMac, and it supports Airplay Mirroring. I don't use it often because my TV is in another room, but I just tried it and it worked. It had to change the screen resolution to work well, so I don't know if I would want to use it as my day to day monitor. http://support.apple.com/kb/ht5404

I want to connect my IMAC to TV with HDMI cable. I did it before going to Dispaly and Arrangments and then mirror. Now when I go to display I dont have to option of arrangements. Olny {Display and Color} pops up. Any ideas what happend to arrengements?

I want to connect my IMAC to TV with HDMI cable. I did it before going to Dispaly and Arrangments and then mirror. Now when I go to display I dont have to option of arrangements. Olny {Display and Color} pops up. Any ideas what happend to arrengements?

For the "Arangements" option to appear, the external display must be turned on with the correct input selected and connected to the computer. Then close system prefs, reopen, go to "Display" and "Arrangement" will be along the top.

I am using IMovie 11 with a new iMac. Unable to import video from a Panasonic PV-GS400 mini-DV camcorder using a Firewire IEEE 1394 400 cable connected to a Firewire 400 to 800 adapter which is then connected to a Thunderbolt to Firewire 800 adapter.

How can I get iMovie to recognize my Panasonic PV-GS400 as a device so I can import video to my iMac? I have a FireWire IEEE 1394 400 cable connected to the camcorder. Since my new iMac has only Thunderbolt ports, I purchased a Firewire 400 to 800 adapter to connect to the cable. I also purchased a FireWire 800 to Thunderbolt adapter to connect to the computer. My camcarder is still not recognized.

I would suggest that you try a 9 pin to 4 pin Firewire Cable along with the Firewire to Thunderbolt adapter.
Those Firewire 400 to 800 adapters do not seem to work well with iMovie.
The 9 pin to 4 pin cables are available at reasonable prices here, for example.
http://www.monoprice.com/products/product.asp?c_id=103&cp_id=10301&cs_id=1030104 &p_id=3541&seq=1&format=2

HT5219 I would like to use my iMac 7,1 as a monitor for my Mac mini 2012. Is that possible and if yes, what type of cable connection do I need? Thank you.

I would like to use my iMac 7,1 as a monitor for my Mac mini 2012. Is that possible and if yes, what type of cable connection do I need? Thank you.

No. Your iMac only has DVI video connection. You would need an iMac with Thunderbolt.

Which cable should use for Sony DV connect to iMac ?

Which cable should use for Sony DV(IEEE 1394)connect to iMac ?

If your iMac has just the FireWire 800 connection, you will need the 9 pin to 4 pin cable.
http://www.cwol.com/firewire/firewire-800-1394b-cables.htm
If your iMac has the FireWire 400 connection, you will need the 6 pin to 4 pin cable.
http://www.radtech.us/Products/ProCableFW400800.aspx
Links are to illustrate examples. You should be able to pick them up at most computer stores.

Can i run a printer off the ethernet cable connection without hurting the imac or is the ethernet slot only for internet connection?

can i run a printer off the ethernet cable connection without hurting the imac or is the ethernet slot only for internet connection?

Hi, Alan -
How can I connect to both printer (HP 4050n, via direct connection) and internet (via LAN), as my iMac has only one R45 port?
You can, but you'll need to expand your cabling a bit.
You'll need to get an intermediate ethernet hub, switch, or router. That device sits alone, with the Mac, your printer, and your modem/LAN plugged into it.
If you are already using a router, either separate or in combination with the modem (many modems have a built-in router), then you just need a hub or switch.
I use an ethernet switch (10/100/1000) to let both my Macs (a 2010 iMac and an elderly G4 DA model) use my HP4000n printer and my modem. The ethernet switch is a passive device, meaning there's no setup nor instructing it required - it's truly plug-and-play. All four items (two Macs, printer, and modem) are plugged into it via ethernet; both Macs have full-time independent access to the printer and the modem.

Hi. i am trying to connect a panasonic kx-mb2061 printer/fax via usb cable to my imac. i got as far as the printer browser but can not find panasonic. where is it?

Hi. i am trying to connect a panasonic kx-mb2061 printer via a usb cable to my imac. I got as far as printer browser, but can not find panasonic. where is it?

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MF3010, MF8000 Series, MF8000C Series, MF8300 Series, MF8300C Series:
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I connected the TC T2 with the iMac and used Air Port Utility to have it join my existing network. Now I have green lights on Apple Base Station and TC with the cable connected to the Base Station because hen connected to TC -- I get only yellow lights fl

I connected the TC T2 with the iMac and used Air Port Utility to have it join my existing network. Now I have green lights on Apple Base Station and TC with the cable connected to the Base Station because hen connected to TC -- I get only yellow lights flashing on both devices>
When Connected through the Apple Base station I have perfect internet wireless capability thru-out house.
Lamont

I connected the TC T2 with the iMac and used Air Port Utility to have it join my existing network. Now I have green lights on Apple Base Station and TC with the cable connected to the Base Station because hen connected to TC -- I get only yellow lights flashing on both devices>
When Connected through the Apple Base station I have perfect internet wireless capability thru-out house.
Lamont

Internet cable connection on rear of imac ... am I totally stupid

Hi chaps - I have never tried to connect my iMac to my modem I've always run it wirelessly but whilst trying to upgrade the modem's firmware I was struggling a bit and thought I'd connect it with a cable, searched through a box of cables I had and figured the small version of the ethernet connector looked like it would push into the back of the iMac but it wouldn't (I didn't want to push too hard) is this socket peculiar to Macs or am I doing something wrong ... (forgive me I don't actually know what all of these cables are called) Thanks to anyone for taking the time Roger

These connectors are a universal standard, so if your phone system uses them, it does not matter what country you live in, they are the same, identical in size and attachment.
Most telephony based ADSL systems use a cable with a standard RJ11 connector on each end to connect the wall port with the WAN port on the rear of the internet gateway. The router portion of the gateway uses cables with standard RJ45 connectors and the cable should be rated as Kenichi stated above for proper data rates.
What appears to be confusing is which Mac the OP wants help with, an iMac G4 or an iMac Intel. As Duane points out, if it is his iMac G4, it has both an Ethernet port and a telephone port. An iMac Intel only has an ethernet port. But for either machine the ethernet port, the larger of the two, is the one he should be connecting to one of the ports on the router portion of his gateway with a cable with connectors B in his posted photo.
Dah•veed

Connecting two iMac with a Firewire cable

Hello. First off, I have two iMac, one is a 24" early 2009 model (from now on, the "big") andthe other is a 21" first generation Intel (from now on, the "small")
Big one is sick, need heavy reparation. So a user of the forum recommended this:
"+Since you're able to post here, you have another Mac. You can use a FireWire cable to connect your iMac to another Mac in Target Disk Mode. This essentially turns your iMac into an expensive external HD enclosure. To boot your iMac into Target Disk Mode, start up your iMac and hold down the T key immediately after you hear the startup sound. Release it when you see the big FireWire symbol on the screen.+
+Then you can use a FireWire cable to connect your iMac to another Mac. This should mount the iMac's hard disk on the desktop of the other Mac. I suggest you use DiskWarrior to try to recover the files on your iMac's hard disk.+"
So, mi issue is that big one doesn't have a Firewire port. It's almost unbelievable but the true is that those models never came with that kind of port.
Any idea of what kind of cable should I use to link both computers? Thanks in advance!

Hi killthepixel
Both have FireWire Ports, the problem is that the Early 09 has a FireWire 800 port and the other if it's an Early white 20" has two FireWire 400 ports.
If that is the case, then you would need a 6 to 9 pin FireWire cable to connect the two systems up in Target Disk Mode.
http://www.amazon.com/Tripp-Lite-F017-006-Firewire-Hi-speed/dp/B000AAZQLI/ref=pdbxgy_e_textb
Below is the Apple Support Article for Firewire target disk mode.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1661
Lastly have you tried to boot and fix the sick iMac using the Install Disk that came with it.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2956
Dennis
+Message was edited by: den.thed+
+Sorry inandoutofgrace I didn't see your reply, I'm just getting real slow in my old age.+

Which Firewire Cable to connect an iMac and a Mac mini ???

Hi guys
What Firewire cable should I buy to connect an iMac G5 and a Mac mini G4 and use a partition on the mini as a Target Disk?
I've read something about 4 pin, 6 pin, 9 pin... 400, 800
I have no idea what type of cable I have to buy and if it makes different about performance...
Cheers!

No, you need a FW400 6-pin to 6-pin cable and they are all the same. FW800 has an entirely different connector and neither the iMac nor the mini have it. It might be called IEEE1394 or iLink on the package, but it is all FireWire 400 in stores generally. I have never seen a FW800 cable in a regular retail store.

OS X 10.4 to Windows XP via direct ethernet cable connection

Hi,
I'm trying to help my friend connect her new MacBook to her old Windows PC notebook so she can transfer her music and other files. They are connected via a single Ethernet cable. (I spent an hour searching the Web and for the life of me I can't find a clear, easy-to-follow procedure for how to do this; even the Switch 101 website only provides half of the information needed).
anyway... Her PC's IP address is 169.254.x.x (self-assigned I guess) but her Mac can still connect to it. Upon entering in her credentials she sees error code -36. I asked her to follow http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=301580 but it still does not work; she still gets an error.
Ideas? Any help or links to make this easier would be greatly appreciated. If at all possible, I don't want her to take it to an Apple Genius, I don't want her to go and buy/download extra freeware/software/hardware to do the job - unless I'm missing something big here, OS X and Windows XP should be able to do the job with a minimum of fuss, and if the instructions are straightforward enough I'd like to make a document showing people how to do this sort of thing.
FP iMac G4 700 Mac OS X (10.4.7) 200 GB Firewire External
FP iMac G4 700 Mac OS X (10.4.7) 200 GB Firewire External

Peter,
Based on your post I see that you are trying to transfer files through and ethernet cable. I don't think this is possible, correct me if I'm wrong, with just a plain ethernet cable.
Try using a Cross-Over cable. It's easy to find. You can find it at your local electrionics store, such as Best Buy or CompUSA.
There is also another method besides tranferring with an ethernet cable. You can use CD's and DVD's, (DVDs work a lot better for space). This will take a lot longer with a bit more effort and time. But, you can get the job done.
Good luck.
Remember to mark as helpful or solve.
Benny

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