Toshiba Satellite 75, Satellite A70 Connecting your computer to a network, Accessing a network, Setting up the connection, Start, All Programs, 2Point to Accessories, then to Communications

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Setting up for communications

Connecting your computer to a network

You can connect your computer to a network to increase its capabilities and functionality using one of its communication ports.

Accessing a network

To access a network:

❖At the office, connect an Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 jack on your computer. For specific information about connecting to the network, consult your network administrator.

❖While you are at home or traveling, you may need a dial- up connection. Ask your network administrator for the telephone number of the network.

Setting up the connection

To set up an office connection, consult your network administrator for network settings and additional considerations.

To use a dial-up connection, have your network administrator configure your computer for the network and supply you with the telephone number for the dial-up connection. To set up the network connection, use the Dial-Up Networking Wizard:

1Click Start and point to All Programs.

2Point to Accessories, then to Communications.3Click Network Setup Wizard or Network Connections.

4Enter the phone number of your network connection and let the program dial the number.

The computer connects with the network.