Setting Up And Using Networks; Connecting A Network Or Broadband Modem Cable; Setting Up A Network In Microsoft Windows Xp; Setting Up A Network In Microsoft Windows Vista - Dell Precision M4300 User Manual

Setting Up and Using Networks

Connecting a Network or Broadband Modem Cable

Before you connect your computer to a network, the computer must have a network adapter installed
and a network cable connected to it.
1 Connect the network cable to the network adapter connector on the back of your computer.
NOTE:
Insert the cable connector until it clicks into place, and then gently pull the cable to ensure that it is
securely attached.
2 Connect the other end of the network cable to a network connection device or a network wall
connector.
NOTE:
Do not use a network cable with a telephone wall connector.

Setting Up a Network in Microsoft Windows XP

1 Click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories→ Communications→ Network Setup Wizard→ Next→
Checklist for creating a network.
NOTE:
Selecting the connection method labeled This computer connects directly to the Internet enables the
integrated firewall provided with Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2).
2 Complete the checklist.
3 Return to the Network Setup Wizard and follow the instructions in the wizard.

Setting Up a Network in Microsoft Windows Vista

1 Click the Windows Vista Start button
→ Connect To→ Set up a connection or network.
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