Configuring Windows 7 To Use Dhcp - Hughes HX90 User Manual

Configuring Windows 7 to use DHCP

1. From the Windows desktop, select Start > Control Panel > Network and Sharing
Center.
2. Look for the Local Area Connection link indicated by the arrow in Figure 35.
If you do not see a Local Area Connection link or if a red X appears next to the link,
the network is not installed correctly. Check your network configuration and
connections. You cannot configure your system if the red X is present.
3. Click the
network connection.
The Local Area Connection Status window opens.
Properties
4. Click
The Local Area Connection Properties dialog appears, as shown in Figure 36.
Note: Depending on the computer's security settings, a message may appear,
requesting that you confirm the action before proceeding. If you see this
message, click
5. Ensure that both Client for Microsoft Networks and Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)
are installed and checked as shown.
6. If NetBEUI is installed and checked, uncheck it or uninstall it.
7. Highlight the appropriate TCP/IP connection (usually Internet Protocol Version
4). Be careful not to uncheck the checkbox.
Figure 35: Network and Sharing Center – Windows 7
Local Area Connection
.
Continue
Figure 36: Local Area Connection Properties – Windows 7
icon, which represents the satellite router
to proceed.
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