Powerbook G4 can't connect to iBook

Im trying to transfer some files from my Powerbook to an iBook. I have the computers connected via ethernet, and AppleTalk is active on both computer. I can see my Powerbook in the iBook's network screen, however, my Powerbook's network screen is blank. Also, my Network screen is sparratic when opening, sometimes it will, sometimes it won't. I did this same using a brand new MacBook, and the same iBook, and I had no problems at all. Any help would be awesome.

Troubleshooting networking is hard. Can you use Firewire instead? Boot the Powerbook while holding the T key down. The Powerbook should boot into Firewire Target Disk mode, and the Firewire logo should flit around the screen like a screensaver.
Use a Firewire cable to connect the 2 computers. The Powerbook should show up on the iBook desktop like an external harddrive. Transfer files.

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