Author: David Dory
Date: 13:07:10 08/06/02
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On August 06, 2002 at 06:36:02, Rory Nolan wrote: >I am thinking of linking my laptop and desktop for matches between different >chess programs, my silly question is.. Is a null modem cable the same as the >Auto 232 cable that is referred to on the rebel site (quoted at approx $99:(()? >If it is does anyone here know where I can pick one up in the UK (London >specifically)? Is there a simple explanation why I can't play my 2 computers >through my LAN? >many thanks >Rory Can't help you with the LAN play (hope somebody else will), but I've used a lot of serial and null modem cables. My two cents is FORGET the null modem adaptor. Reason is, they add a lot of leverage and weight against your connector, which a regular cable does not have. This can easily cause the cable to get pulled enough to break free of the connector. Say you want to move the laptop to a nearby table top from your lap, for instance. Depending on how they're built (yes, they vary), you may or may not be able to use the little connector screws to help secure them. So get the whole null modem cable, and no adaptors or extra connectors. Be sure the ends match your desktop and laptop connectors both for size (25 or 9 pin) and type (male or female), and you'll avoid any headaches from any extra adaptors or connectors (whether null modem, male/female, 25/9 pin), pulling out the cable. Bliss will follow :) David
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