Getting Connected | 6 |
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Connecting to a Network
If you have access to a network, you can send
•Create a modem connection by using a RAS account. Before you can create this modem connection, your network administrator will need to set up a RAS account for you. For help, see “Creating a Modem Connection” in the next section.
•Use an Ethernet card and a net tap to connect to the network. You must purchase and configure an Ethernet card that is compatible with your Pocket PC. For help, see “Creating an Ethernet Connection.”
Creating a Modem Connection
1.Get the following information from your network administrator:
2.Insert a Compact Flash modem card or a PCMCIA modem card into the Pocket PC expansion slot and connect it to a telephone line.
3.Tap 
and then Settings. On the Connections tab, tap Modem.
4.Tap New connection.
5.Enter a name for the connection, such as “Company Connection.”
6.In the Select a modem list, select your modem type. If your modem type does not appear, try reinserting the modem card. If you are using an external modem that is connected to your Pocket PC with a cable, select Hayes Compatible on COM1.
7.You should not need to change any settings in Advanced. Most servers now use a
When finished, tap ok and then Next.
8.Enter the access phone number, and tap Next.
9.Select other desired options, and tap Finish.
10.On the Dialing tab, specify your current location and phone type (most phone lines are tone). These settings will apply to all connections you create.