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Connecting your computer to a network – Toshiba F15 User Manual

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Setting up for communications

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The modem is designed for use with a standard analog
telephone line. Do not connect the modem to a digital
telephone line. A digital line will damage the modem.

Now you are ready to send a fax or use the modem to connect
to an online service or the Internet.

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 set up a dial-up connection, use the New Connection
Wizard:

1

Click Start and point to All Programs.

2

Point to Accessories, then to Communications, and
click New Connection Wizard.