Checking Your Network Protocols (Windows 9X) - Motorola WPS870G User Manual

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Checking Your Network Protocols (Windows 9x)

Your computer must have either TCP/IP or NetBEUI protocols installed. All versions of
Windows after Windows 95 already have TCP/IP installed by default. You must verify that
the desired protocols are available, as follows:
From your computer, click Start > Settings > Control Panel > Network. You should
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see a window similar to the following:
– The top line in the list (NetBEUI -> PCI Fast Ethernet Adapter) indicates that the
NetBEUI protocol is installed on this computer. Your computer will show the name of
your Network card rather than "PCI Fast Ethernet Adapter".
– The highlighted line (TCP/IP -> PCI Fast Ethernet Adapter) indicates that TCP/IP is
installed. Your computer will show the name of your Network card rather than "PCI
Fast Ethernet Adapter".
If neither protocol is present:
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– Install the NetBEUI protocol by selecting Add > Protocol > Microsoft > NetBEUI >
OK. You may be prompted for your Windows CD-ROM.
– If required, you can also install TCP/IP. However, depending on your LAN
environment, TCP/IP may require further configuration.
If either protocol is already installed, proceed with installation.
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