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From: Murky@cup.portal.COM
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Subject: Direct connecting LaserWriter
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Date: 21 Sep 89 15:41:57 GMT
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Does anyone know if it is possible to direct connect a LaserWriter
to a Mac?  I don't need a full AppleTalk network capability (other
nodes) but need the communications characteristics of AppleTalk
that you cannot get using the serial interface.  I also don't want
to have to buy the AppleTalk boxes.  I am thinking there may be
a way to make a 9-pin to 9-pin cable which would directly interface
the computer and printer together.  If no one has done this before
I would at least be interested in the signal pinout of the 9 pin
connectors so I could try it myself.

Murky@cup.portal.com