Setting Up and Using Your Computer 27
Setting Up a Home and Office Network

Connecting to a Network Adapter

Before you connect your computer to a network, the computer must have a
network adapter installed and a network cable connected to it.
To connect a network cable:
1Connect the network cable to the network adapter connector on the
back of your computer.
HINT: Insert the cable
until it clicks into place,
and then gently pull it to
ensure that it is secure.
2Connect the other end of the network cable to a network connection
device, such as a network wall jack.
HINT: Do not use a
network cable with a
telephone wall jack.

Network Setup Wizard

Windows XP 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.
1Click the Start button, point to All Programs→ Accessories→
Communications, and then click Network Setup Wizard.
2On the welcome screen, click Next.
network adapter
connector on
computer
network cable
network wall
jack