Hey there. I just recently aquired an old Beige G3. We had it at work, works fine but they were throwing it out. So I asked if I could have it, and here I am with a computer that I don't really know how to get it online. I have a few questions about this machine and getting it hooked up to the internet: Question 1: It has always been hooked up to the internet here at work, but through an Ethernet connection. Funny enough, we still have the original box, and on it, it says "Easy internet access...". But, how do you hook up to a phone connection? I assume this would mean that a modem came standard. But, all I see is an ethernet jack and a round jack that has a little phone icon next to it. Do I need an adapter or something? Question 2: Any idea as to what speed modem came with this machine. I know it's never been upgraded, so my guess would 28.8? Question 3: Would it be best for me to just install a PCI USB port and then attach a USB modem? And would it really be that simple. Sorry if these sound like simple/silly questions, but any info you can offer would be a great help. Thanks - J

The round port with the phone icon is for an external serial modem. Try these companies for a modem; http://www.macresq.com http://www.sunrem.com http://www.shrevesystems.com/ You can also try ebay.com US Robotics modems were very good, just make sure you get a Mac modem.

Thanks for the info. So, it's your opinion then that this box didn't come with an internal modem? I figured that most comps by 1998 would have come standard with one?