Connecting to the Internet
Whether you are on a business trip or vacation, connecting to the Internet while you travel can be expensive and frustrating unless you are prepared. Here are some tips on how to avoid frustration and expense while on the road.
Connecting Using a Modem
If you have access to a standard telephone jack while you are traveling, you can probably use your modem for
1.Before leaving home, check with your Internet Service Provider to see if it has: A local access number at your point of destination.
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In the absence of a local ISP access number or
2.Prepare your system for phone line access in another country.
Line access outside of a hotel may require the addition of a “9” preceding the
Tphone number string.
To circumvent unusual dial tone sounds sometimes encountered in hotels, you may have to modify a system configuration setting to “ignore the dial tone.”
3.Always check the phone line to determine whether or not it is digital vs. analog. NEVER use your modem with a digital phone line. Doing so can destroy your modem!
Connecting Using a LAN
Many hotels and convention centers now offer direct Internet access for a nominal fee. If your hotel provides this service, follow these guidelines for connecting and configuring your system.
Many hotels can provide a LAN cable by prearrangement, so you can travel with a minimum of accessories.
Plug the LAN cable into your system and the LAN connector in the room or hall
Twhere you want to access the Internet.
After connecting the LAN cable, connect your system to an AC power outlet (if desired) and power on your system.
