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Enhancing Productivity
Setting up for communications
If Windows XP cannot communicate with the modem, it
displays an error message. Consult the troubleshooting
sections of your modem and Windows XP
documentation.
8
Click OK to close the properties dialog box for that
specific modem.
9
Click OK to close the Modem Properties dialog box.
10
Close the Control Panel.
Connecting the modem to a telephone line
Before you can use the modem, you must connect it to a
standard voice-grade telephone line. For more information,
see
“Connecting to a phone line” on page 155
Connecting your computer to a network
You can connect your computer to a network to increase its
capabilities and functionality using one of its communication
ports.
Accessing a network
To access a network:
❖
At the office, connect an Ethernet cable to the RJ45 jack
on your computer. For specific information about
connecting to the network, consult your network
administrator.
❖
While you are at home or traveling, you need a dial-up
connection. Ask your network administrator for the
telephone number of the network.
Setting up the connection
To set up an office connection, consult your network
administrator for network settings and additional
considerations.
