Dell A860, A840 manual Connecting to the Internet, Setting Up Your Internet Connection

4Open the computer display and press the power button to turn on the computer.

NOTE: It is recommended that you turn on and shut down your computer at least once before you install any cards or connect the computer to a docking device or other external device, such as a printer.

5Connect to the Internet. See "Connecting to the Internet" on page 17 for more information.

Quick Setup

Connecting to the Internet

NOTE: Internet Service Provider(s) (ISP) and ISP offerings vary by country.

To connect to the Internet, you need a modem or network connection and an ISP. If you are using a dial-up connection, connect a telephone line to the modem connector on your computer and to the telephone wall connector before you set up your Internet connection. If you are using a DSL or cable/ satellite modem connection, contact your ISP or cellular phone service for setup instructions.

Setting Up Your Internet Connection

NOTE: The instructions in this section are for computers with Windows Vista® operating system only.

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