To Connect To The Internet - HP OmniBook 6100 Reference Manual

Modem and Network Connections
Using the Modem
• When using a modem in the Republic of South Africa, an external surge protector
may be necessary in order to prevent computer damage by lightning or other electrical
surges. Connect any approved surge protector to the modem cable whenever you are
using the modem.

To connect to the Internet

Signing up with an Internet Service Provider
Before you can connect to the Internet, you need to set up an account with an Internet
Service Provider (ISP). For some countries and models, Hewlett-Packard provides easy
Internet signup so that you can connect quickly to an ISP.
1. Connect your built-in modem—see the previous topic. (If your computer does not
have a built-in modem, you can instead use a PC Card modem or an external modem.)
2. If available, double-click the Connect to the Internet or Easy Internet Signup icon on
the desktop. This launches the Internet Connection or New Connection wizard, which
helps you locate an ISP in your area, transfer an existing Internet account to this
computer, or set up an Internet connection manually.
–or–
If available, click Start, Programs, Online Services (Windows 98 or 2000) or Start,
All Programs, Easy Internet Signup (Windows XP), and select one of the listed ISPs.
This begins the registration process for the ISP you choose.
Connecting to the Internet
1. Double-click the Internet Explorer icon on the desktop. For your first connection,
you'll be prompted for information about your connection.
2. Click the Connect button in the Dial-up Connection or Network Connections window.
For Windows 98 or 2000, when you are successfully connected to the Internet, you'll see
a connect icon (two connected computers) in the taskbar. For Windows XP, to display an
icon for your connection, open Network Connections in Control Panel, right-click the
connection, select Properties, and select the icon option.
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