Asus A600 Connecting through an Ethernet card, To create an Ethernet connection to an ISP

Models: A600

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To start the connection, simply start using one of the following programs. Your device will automatically begin connecting. Once connected, you can:

Send and receive e-mail messages using Inbox. Before you can use Inbox, you need to provide the information it needs to communicate with the e-mail server. For specific instructions, see “Connect directly to an e-mail server,” later in this chapter.

Visit Web and WAP pages using Pocket Internet Explorer. For more information, see Chapter 6.

Send and receive instant messages with MSN Messenger. For more information, see “MSN Messenger” in Chapter 5.

Connecting through an Ethernet card

To create an Ethernet connection to an ISP:

1.You do not need to create a new connection on your device. Instead, you must purchase and configure an Ethernet card that is compatible with your device.

2.Obtain the following information from your ISP: user name, password, and domain name.

3.Insert the Ethernet card into your device. For instructions on inserting and using the Ethernet card, see the owner’s manual for the card.

4.The first time you insert the card, Network Settings will appear automatically so that you can configure the Ethernet card. Most networks use DHCP, so you should not have to change these settings unless your network administrator instructs you to do so. Tap OK.

If it does not appear, or to change the settings later, tap , then tap Settings. In the Connections tab, tap Network, tap the adapter that you want to change, then tap Properties.

5.Connect the Ethernet card to the network using a network cable. For information, see your owner’s manual.

6.Tap , Settings, Connections tab, and Connections. From My network card connects to list, select Internet.

To connect, use one of the programs listed in the preceding section. Once connected, you can perform the same activities as listed in the preceding section.

Get connected

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Asus A600 user manual Connecting through an Ethernet card, To create an Ethernet connection to an ISP