Chapter 3 – Using the Wireless Modem
Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem Cell User Guide
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10.
On the Connection Availability pane, specify if this connection is for anyone’s use or for your use only. Click
Next
.
11.
On the Internet Account Information pane, type the user name and the password for your account. In many
cases, a user name and a password are not required. However, some wireless providers require this
information. Check with your provider to determine if the user name and password are required.
12.
Check the following options if you want to active them:
●
Check the box if you want this account name and password to be used by everyone.
●
Check the box if you want this as your default Internet connection.
●
Click
Next
.
13.
On the Completing the New Connection Wizard pane, indicate if you want to add a shortcut to your desktop.
Click
Finish
.
14.
A Connection window appears on your desktop. Click
Properties
.
15.
The Properties window opens, where you can make your connection.
Note:
Make sure that
Use dialing rules
is not selected. Click
OK
.
16.
Once back at the Connection window, to connect, click
Dial
.
17.
The modem connects to your provider’s Internet service. Once connected, the connection status icon
appears in your system tray.
You can open an Internet browser to access the Internet.
Creating a Dial-Up Connection in Windows 7
1.
From the
Start
button, select
Control Panel
.
2.
From the Adjust your computer’s settings window, select
Network and Internet
.
3.
From the Network and Internet window, select
Network and Sharing Center
.
4.
In the window that appears, in the Change your networking settings group, select
Set up a new connection
or network
.
5.
In the Choose a connection option window, select
Set up a dial up connection
. Click
Next
.
6.
In the window that appears, type the information about the connection that you received from your
Internet service provider, including:
Service provider
Dial-up phone number
User name
Password
Connection name
7.
Click
Connect
.
Disconnecting
1.
To disconnect, click on the connection icon in your system tray.
2.
Right click on your current connection.
3.
Select
Disconnect
. The modem disconnects from the Internet.