Connect to the Internet (Optional)
To connect to the Internet, you need an external modem or network connection and an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is not a part of your original order, you can purchase one from dell.com.
Setting Up a Wired Connection
•If you are using a
•If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup
instructions.
To complete setting up your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in “Setting Up Your Internet Connection” on page 24.
Setting Up Your XPS Laptop
Setting Up a Wireless Connection
NOTE: To set up your wireless router, see the documentation that shipped with your router.
Before you can use your wireless Internet connection, you need to connect to your wireless router.
To set up your connection to a wireless router:
1.Ensure that wireless is enabled on your computer (see “Enable or Disable Wireless” on page 16).
2.Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs.
3.Click Start → Control Panel.
4.In the search box, type network, and then click Network and Sharing Center→ Connect to a network.
5.Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup.
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