Dell Inspiron 8600 - Manual (Page 89)

Setting Up a Home and Office Network 89
Network Setup Wizard
The Microsoft ® Windows ® XP operating system 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.
1 Click the Start button, point to All Programs → Accessories → Communications, and
then click Network Setup Wizard.
2 On the welcome screen, click Next.
3 Click Checklist for creating a network.
NOTE: Selecting the connection method This computer connects directly to the Internet enables
the integrated firewall provided with Windows XP.
4 Complete the checklist and required preparations.
5 Return to the Network Setup Wizard and follow the instructions on the screen.
Network Problems
C HE C K T H E N ET W OR K C A B L E CO N NE C T O R — Ensure that the network cable connector is
firmly connected to the optional connector on the computer and the network wall jack.
C
HE C K T H E N ET W OR K L IG H T S O N THE NE TWO R K C O N NE C T O R — Green indicates that the
network connection is active. If the status light is not green, try replacing the network cable. Amber
indicates that the optional network adapter driver is loaded and the adapter is detecting activity.
R
E S T A R T THE C O MP U T E R — Try to log on to the network again.
C O NT A C T YOUR NE TWO R K A D M IN IS T R AT O R — Verify that your network settings are correct
and that the network is functioning.