User’s Manual
7-3
Getting Connected
8. Enter your user name, password, and domain name as provided by
your ISP. If a domain name was not provided, try the connection without
entering a domain name.
9. You should not need to change any advanced settings. Instances where
you will want to change advanced settings include:
■
You want to change baud rate settings, dialing string commands, or
credit card options.
■
You need to change port settings.
■
The server you are connecting to does not use dynamically-
assigned addresses, and you need to enter your TCP/IP settings.
To change advanced settings, tap
Advanced
. Otherwise, tap
Finish
.
To start the connection, simply start using one of the following programs.
Your device will automatically begin connecting. Once connected, you can:
■
Send and receive email messages by using Inbox. Before you can use
Inbox, you need to provide the information it needs to communicate
with the email server. For specific instructions, see “
■
Visit Web and WAP pages by using Pocket Internet Explorer, see
Chapter 6 “
■
Send and receive instant messages with MSN Messenger. For more
information, see” “
To create an Ethernet connection to an ISP
1. You do not need to create a new connection on your device. Instead,
you must purchase and configure an Ethernet card that is compatible
with your device.
2. Obtain the following information from your ISP: user name, password,
and domain name.
3. Insert the Ethernet card into your device. For instructions on inserting
and using the Ethernet card, see the owner’s manual for the card.
4. The first time you insert the card,
Network
Settings
will appear
automatically so that you can configure the network card. If it does not
appear, or to change settings later, tap
,
Settings
,
Connections
tab,
Connections
,
Advanced
tab,
Network
Card
.
5. If you need to enter specific server information, tap the appropriate
adapter. Most networks use DHCP, so you should not have to change
these settings unless your network administrator instructs you to do so.
6. If necessary, connect the network card to the network by using a
network cable. For information, see the documentation that came with
your network card.
To start a connection, insert the network card, and begin using a desired
program. For example, switch to Pocket Internet Explorer and browse to a
Web page. Your device will automatically begin connecting.
