Chapter 7 Using Channels and Inbox 63

To connect to your ISP

1.Plug your modem’s phone cord into a standard phone jack, making sure you connect to a phone line supported by your modem. Follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer. Most CompactFlash Card modems use analog phone lines.

2.To use your new connection, double-tap the new icon in the Connection folder (or select the new icon from the Start/Programs/Communication menu).

3.Fill in the User Name and Password provided by your Internet Service Provider.

4.Tap Dial Properties. Select a location, and then enter your country and area code.

5.Tap Edit if you need to edit the dialing pattern for local, long distance, or international calls.

To see the Edit button you must hide the keyboard. Tap the keyboard icon in the taskbar to hide the keyboard, tap again to display it.

When you are finished editing, tap OK.

6.Tap Connect to begin dialing.

If you are unable to find an analog phone line, use the line dedicated to a fax machine. Fax machines use only analog lines.

Downloading e-mail messages

To download e-mail messages

1.From the Start menu, tap Inbox.

2.Establish a connection to the server by tapping Service and selecting the connection you want to use.

3.Tap Connect to start downloading.

To download e-mail messages when you are already connected to the server

1.Tap Service.

2.Tap Refresh.