Setting Up A Home And Office Network; Connecting To A Network Adapter; Network Setup; Windows Xp - Dell OptiPlex 755 User Manual

Setting Up a Home and Office Network

Connecting to a Network Adapter

To connect a network cable:
NOTE:
Plug the network cable into the network adapter connector on the computer. Do not plug the network cable
into the modem connector on the computer. Do not plug a network cable into a telephone wall jack.
1 Connect the network cable to the network adapter connector on the back of your computer.
Insert the cable until it clicks into place, and then gently pull it to ensure that it is secure.
2 Connect the other end of the network cable to a network device.
network
adapter
connector
network adapter connector on computer

Network Setup

Windows XP

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The Microsoft Windows
the process of sharing files, printers, or an Internet connection between computers in a home or small
office.
1 Click the Start button, point to All Programs→ Accessories→ Communications, and then click
Network Setup Wizard.
2 On the Network Setup Wizard welcome screen, click Next.
3 Click Checklist for creating a network.
NOTE:
Selecting the connection method This computer connects directly to the Internet enables the integrated
firewall provided with Windows XP Service Pack 1 (SP1) or later.
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Microsoft Windows XP Features
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XP operating system provides a Network Setup Wizard to guide you through
network
device
network cable