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3 Click Finish to accept the driver.
a
If the software prompts for computer name and
work-group name, type the names as supplied by
your MIS department and click
OK
.
■
The computer name is the name of your PC.
Give your PC a unique name of up to 15 characters.
The PC name cannot include blank spaces.
■
A workgroup is composed of the PCs you usually
communicate with (like your department) and
contains shared resources (like printers).
■
If you use peer-to-peer networking, the workgroup
name is your peer group. Peers can see each other
when they look in the Network Neighborhood.
■
Your computer description is visible to other
members of your workgroup when they see your PC
in the Network Neighborhood.
4 If you are prompted for Windows 95 files, enter
the directory path for Windows 95 (typically
C:\windows\options\cabs) or insert the Windows 95
CD-ROM.
If during installation, the 3Com driver cannot be found,
enter A:\ to point Windows to the driver.
When installation is complete, Windows 95 prompts
for restart.
5 Remove the EtherDisk diskette and click Yes.
When the software restarts, it prompts for your user name
and password.
6 Enter your user name and password as supplied by
your MIS department.
7 Click OK.
8 When prompted to verify your password, retype it
and click OK.
The Network Neighborhood icon appears on your desktop.
9 Double-click the icon to access the network.
The driver installation is complete.
