Dell Inspiron 13z, Manual

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Setting Up a Local Area Network
Have your ISP information ready. If you do not have an ISP, the
Connect
to the Internet
wizard can help you get one.
To setup a wired Internet connection:
Windows 8
1. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs.
2. Swipe from the right edge of the screen (or if you are using a mouse,
pointing to the upper-right corner of the screen), and then click
Search
.
3. Click Settings .
4. Type Network and Sharing Center in the search box, and press
<Enter>. Click
Network and Sharing Center
→
Set up a new
connection or network
→
Connect to the Internet.
The Connect to
the Internet window appears.
NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select,
click Help me choose or contact your ISP.
5. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information
provided by your ISP to complete the setup.
Windows 7 and Windows Vista
1. Click Start , type network in the search box, and then click Network
and Sharing Center
→
Set up a new connection or network
→
Connect to the Internet . The Connect to the Internet window
appears.
NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select,
click Help me choose or contact your ISP.
2. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information
provided by your ISP to complete the setup.
If you cannot connect to the Internet but have successfully connected in
the past, the ISP might have a service outage. Contact your ISP to check
the service status, or try connecting again later.