This is just a long list of questions and
I cannot answer all of them, but I will try a few:
1) only cosmetic (labeling, case)
2) should be still available (but I am not sure)
3) I am happy with a 3Com 3C589D - make sure that the type of LAN connector
you get with the cards adapter cable will fit to your network (I have a
simple cable with RJ-45 connector at the end)
4) You can definitely surf the net via your LAN connection - There are a few
web browser packages, the most useful (and currently
supported) is Steve Weyer's Newt's Cape.
http://members.home.net/saweyer/newton/newtscape.htm
More info regarding web browsers can be found in the FAQ:
http://www.splorp.com/newton/faq/newton-faq-software.html#VD2b
5) That is more tricky with a WINDOSE machine - absolutely easy with a MAC
unfortunately the basic package Newton Connection Utilities (NCU) does only
work via serial on your Windose but via network on a MAC
There are several packages for data exchange NEWT-PC via network, but mostly
based on the transfer of so called soups from the Newt.
6) Very easy with NCU (serial connection required), but possible by
transferring the appropriate soup to the XP machine (not that convenient)
7) ideally with a tool from the same company - there was ACT for Netwon, but
I am not sure at which version they stopped the Newt support and if the
latest ACT for Newton version will be still compatible.
8) ACT for Newton, but it has been discontinued as far as I know.
9) There should be something useful, but I do not know. (compare answer to
12)
10) YES! You can use the keyboard you are used to work with every day,
providing that you are connected (PC only serial)via NCU. It should be
possible to create an interface from the Newt (serial RS 422) to a standard
keyboard.
11) make sure you get
- the Newt itself,
- at least one battery pack (or the battery tray for alkalines)
- the 9 Watt power adaptor
- if possible the Newt dongle (for serial connections, PrintPack, Newt
Keyboard) alternatively I would recommend the SER-001 board to be built in
- optional a PCMCIA Flash memory card (the larger the better, 32 MB are very
good)
- optional a PCMCIA Ethernet card WITH the appropriate adaptor
- leather or any other case ?
12) You already made the first step - contacting the Newt community -
welcome!
Regarding software the next step would be to check www.unna.org
Regarding hardware - there is still some support for the Newt repair from
Apple, but the cheapest solution would be to buy another second hand Newt.
Johannes
> -----Original Message-----
> From: newtontalk-bounce_at_newtontalk.net
> [mailto:newtontalk-bounce_at_newtontalk.net]On Behalf Of Steven
> Sent: Monday, July 01, 2002 2:39 PM
> To: newtontalk_at_newtontalk.net
> Subject: [NTLK] Questions before I buy a 2100
>
>
>
> After selling my old 2100 in 98 and moving "up" to a Palm/Windows
> "solution", I have decided to go back to the Newton. It simply
> works better
> for me. I do have a few questions since it has been a few years;
>
> 1. Is there a difference between an upgraded 2000 and a 2100?
> 2. I used ActionNames, is this still available? If not, what is available
> and how much?
> 3. I want to use it with an 802.11b home network and wanted to know what
> card/drivers you recommend.
> 4. I want to confirm that I will be able to surf the web on the LAN (what
> browser?)
> 5. I want to confirm that I will be able to transfer data over the LAN,
> eliminating the need to physically connect the MP with my XP machine.
> 6. How easy is it to write a note on the MP and then transfer it
> onto my XP
> machine for use in Word?
> 7. I use ACT 2000 and wanted to know how to transfer the contact info into
> the MP?
> 8. Is there a program to synch ACT with the MP?
> 9. Is there a simple business accounting program for the MP? Or a way to
> synch with Quickbooks? I only need to track sales and expenses, nothing
> beyond the most basic work.
> 10. Can you use other keyboards besides the Newton KB?
> 11. What items do I need to make sure I receive when I buy one off ebay?
> 12. What is the software availability and support like for the MPs?
>
> I miss my Newton's. I owned an OMP, 120, 2000, and 2100 and regret having
> abandoned the platform. I am trying to use technology to simplify my life
> rather than just to have the latest gadget... the Newton made my life much
> simpler.
>
> Thank you for all of your help.
>
> Sincerely,
>
> Steven N. Verona
> President
> Zenacon LLC
> 614-374-7281
>
>
>
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