Chapter 8: Getting Connected

Connecting to Work

To connect to a network at work, you need to set up a RAS account through your network administrator, then follow the steps below in “Creating a modem connection to a network.”

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. If this is the method you want to use, see “Creating a modem connection to a network.” Your network administrator may also give you VPN settings.

Creating a modem connection to a network:

1.Get the following information from your network administrator: dial-up access telephone number, user name, password, domain name, and TCP/IP settings.

2.Tap then Settings. In the Connections tab, tap Connections. Under The Internet settings, select Work Settings and tap Modify.

3.In the Modem tab, tap New.

4.Enter a name for the connection, such as “Company Connection.”

5.In the Select a modem list, select Sierra Wireless SB555 Modem.

6.In the Baud rate list, select 110. It means the Baud rate is 230400bps.

7.You should not need to change any settings in Advanced. Most servers now use a dynamically-assigned address. If the server you are connecting to does not use a dynamically- assigned address, tap Advanced and then the TCP/IP tab and enter the address. When finished, tap OK then Next.

8.Enter the access phone number, and tap Next.

9.Select other desired options, and tap Finish. Then tap OK.

10.In the Dialing Locations tab, specify your current location and phone type. These settings will apply to all connections you create.

To automatically start a connection perform one of the following tasks:

Use the Inbox to send and receive messages. Review “Connecting Directly to an E-mail Server” later in this chapter for detailed set-up instructions.

Use Internet Explorer to visit Web and WAP pages. See Chapter 7 for more information.

Use MSN® Messenger to send and receive instant messages. See “MSN® Messenger” in Chapter 6 for more information.

Synchronize. See ActiveSync® Help on the computer for more information.

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