Share Using Ethernet or FireWire Cables

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.