Dell 531S owner manual Network Setup Wizard

Network Setup Wizard

The Microsoft® Windows® operating system provides a Network Setup Wizard to guide you through the process of sharing files, printers, or an Internet connection between computers in a home or small office.

Windows XP:

1Click Start, point to All Programs→ Accessories→ Communications, and then click Network Setup Wizard.

2On the welcome screen, click Next.

3Click Checklist for creating a network.

NOTE: Selecting the connection method This computer connects directly to the Internet enables the integrated firewall provided with Windows XP SP1.

4Complete the checklist and required preparations.

5Return to the Network Setup Wizard and follow the instructions on the screen.

Windows Vista®:

1Click Start and then click Network.

2This brings up the Network dialog screen. Click Network and Sharing Center.

NOTE: This screen also provides links to Add a Printer and to Add a Wireless Device (if available).

3This will bring up the Network and Sharing Center dialog screen - click Set up a connection or network from the list of tasks on the left-hand side of this dialog screen.

4From a list of tasks to choose from, such as, Connect to the Internet, Set Up a wireless router or access point and more. Choose the task most appropriate for your network and follow the on-screen prompts.

For more information, access Help and Support - use the search term Network.

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