Transfer of Files from Old Powerbook

How can I transfer the files from the hard drive of a Powerbook 520 to my iBook G3?

Hi Tommy,
Some possibilities:
The PowerBook 520 has built-in Ethernet (an AAUI port). You would need an external AAUI to RJ-45 adapter (called a transceiver) in order to connect the computer to a network. See also the manual (here) and this article.
For smaller files, you could use 1.44 MB floppies and a USB floppy drive connected to the iBook.
If the PB 520 has the optional PCMCIA Expansion Module, a CompactFlash (or a different kind of) memory card could be used in an appropriate PC Card adapter. A card reader (typically, USB) would then be required at the iBook.
If the PB 520 has Internet software and a modem (internal or external), you could send the files as email attachments.
Jan

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