Dell 4000 manual Setting Up the APR to Connect to a Network

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HINT: A network adapter is also referred to as a network interface controller (NIC).

Setting Up the APR to Connect to a Network

NOTICE: Do not install a NIC or a NIC/modem combination PC Card until you complete the advanced port replicator (APR) setup.

If you purchased the APR with an integrated network adapter, you must first configure the computer to use the APR with a network.

Setting Up the APR for Windows Me and Windows 98

1If the computer is on, shut down the operating system and turn off the computer (see page 18).

2Disconnect all external devices from the APR.

3Connect the AC adapter to the APR and an electrical outlet.

4Insert the computer into the APR.

5Turn on the computer.

The computer automatically detects the network adapter and begins the software installation.

6At the Add New Hardware Wizard window, click Automatic search for a better driver (Recommended) and then click Next.

7Click Finish when Windows displays a message that the driver is installed.

8Click Yes to restart the computer.

After the computer restarts, Windows modifies settings, creates a Dock 1 configuration, and then displays a Setup is complete message.

9Click OK.

10If the Updated display settings message appears, click OK.

11If necessary, consult your network administrator for instructions on configuring the network adapter settings.

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