Configuring Windows Vista to use a static IP address
Perform the following procedures to configure a computer running on Windows Vista for a static
IP address.
1.
From the Windows desktop, select
Start
→
Settings
→
Network Connections
.
A list of network adapters appears as shown in
Figure 50: Network connections – Windows
on page 65. A Local Area Connection-NIC Card icon
must
appear under the LAN or
High-Speed Internet heading. If it does not, the network is not installed correctly.
Figure 50: Network connections – Windows Vista
Note:
If a red X appears next to the Local Area Connection icon, the network is not
installed correctly. Check your network configuration and connections. You cannot
configure your system if the red X is present.
2.
Right-click the icon that represents the satellite router network connection, and select
Properties
.
The Local Area Connection-NIC Card Properties dialog appears as shown in
Local Area Connection Properties – Windows Vista
on page 65.
Note:
Depending on your security settings, a pop-up User Account Control message
may appear, requesting that you confirm the action before proceeding. If you see this
message, click
Continue
to proceed.
Figure 51: Local Area Connection Properties – Windows Vista
3.
Ensure that both Client for Microsoft Networks and Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) are installed
and checked as shown.
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Appendix A
Computer settings