| If the computer you want to share files with doesn't have a wireless card installed, you can easily connect the two computers with an Ethernet or FireWire cable. 1. | Connect the two Macs together with an Ethernet or a FireWire cable. | 2. | In Network preferences, choose "Network Port Configurations" from the "Show" menu. Make sure the Ethernet or FireWire port configuration is checked on (page 176). | 3. | Click the "Apply Now" button after making changes. | 4. | In Sharing preferences, make sure "Personal File Sharing" is turned on (see page 176). You can close the preferences window. | 5. | In your Finder window Sidebar, click the Network icon to mount the connected computer (pages 193194). | 6. | Double-click the name of the computer you want to connect to. Enter the name and password for the other computer. | 7. | An icon for the other computer appears on your Desktop. Double-click to open it and drag the folders or files you need to your Desktop. |
To unmount the other computer, drag its icon to the Trash. |