Overview
Before You Begin!
The installation and configuration of the networking software
will require the original Windows 98, ME. 2000 or XP CD or diskettes. If you
purchased a computer with Windows preinstalled, you will have received
either the original CD or diskettes, made your own set of diskettes from the
software on your computer, ordered the CD or diskettes from the manufacturer,
or the required files may be stored on your hard disk. Consult your system
owner's manual to determine the location of your Windows source files.
Installation of Network Interface Hardware
Your system will require an Ethernet 10BaseT network
interface (also called a network card, NIC or Ethernet adapter) to be installed
in your system. If your system does not have one, you must purchase one and
have it installed and working properly to continue.
The Windows operating system has the ability to automatically
detect the presence of the Ethernet adapter. After the first restart following
the installation of an Ethernet adapter, Windows will attempt to select and
load the Ethernet card drivers. This step may require the original Windows CD
or diskettes, or it may require a diskette that came with your Ethernet card.
3Com
and Intel all have diagnostic software that come with their Ethernet cards. You
should run this software to check the correct installation and performance of
your card.
Install a wired network adapter
To
connect to a network, your computer needs a network adapter. Fortunately, most
computer manufacturers know that connecting to the Internet or other computers
is important to computer users, and they include a network adapter with your
computer.
If
you need to add a network adapter, first choose which method you want to use to
install it. Most people prefer to use a USB (Universal Serial Bus) network
adapter, because it's easy to install. If you have a portable computer, you
might find a CardBus (also known as PCMCIA or PC Card) or CF network adapter
better meets your needs. If you have a desktop computer with the proper amount
of available space, you may also have the option of adding an internal network
adapter.
The instructions you
follow to install a network adapter depend on how you connect it:
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Install a wired USB
network adapter.
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Install a wired CardBus
or CF network adapter.
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Install a wired internal
network adapter.
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Many
newer computers have a network adapter built in that you can use to connect to
a wired network. If you want to install a wired network adapter and aren't sure
whether your computer already has one, look for a network port on the back of
the computer. Network ports resemble phone jacks, but they are slightly larger
and have eight pins inside.
To see what kind of
network adapters may already be installed in your computer.
1.Click
Start, and then click Control Panel.
2.Click Network and
Internet Connections.
3.Under or pick a Control
Panel icon, click Network Connections.
4.Microsoft Windows XP
displays your network adapters. If an adapter has a red X over it, it is disconnected. If the Network Connections window is blank, your computer
doesn't have a network adapter.
If you already have a
network adapter, you are ready to configure your network.
How to install a wired USB network adapter
Connecting a USB network
adapter is as easy as plugging in headphones.
First, buy a USB wired
network adapter.
Once you have the adapter
1.If
your USB network adapter came with software, insert the CD or floppy disk into
your computer, and follow the manufacturer's instructions to install the
software.
2.Find
an available USB port on your computer.
Note:
If you need to move your computer to reach the USB ports, you should shut down
Windows to avoid damaging your computer. If you can easily reach a USB port,
you do not need to shut down your computer.
If you do not have an
unused USB port, connect a USB hub
to add additional ports. Then connect your USB network adapter to the unused
USB port.
3.Connect the network cable
to the network adapter.
4.Connect the other end of
the network cable to your networking equipment.
5.If you had to shut down
your computer to get to the USB port, you can now turn on your computer.
Windows detects and installs the new hardware, and then displays a notification
informing you that the hardware has been successfully installed.
If you need to connect a
computer in a different room from your networking equipment using a wired
connection, read how to set up a wired network. If you are using a wireless
connection, read how to set up a wireless network.
How to install a wired CardBus or CF
network adapter
Most portable computers
have either a CardBus or CF card slot. (They're the same thing, but the CF card
slot is slightly newer and smaller.) CardBus and CF cards are more convenient
than USB network adapters for portable computers because they are stored within
your computer. However, some network adapters stick out from your CardBus slot.
Before installing, you
need to buy a wired Card Bus or CF
network adapter.
Once you have the adapter
1. If your network adapter
came with software, insert the floppy disk or CD into your computer, and
follow the manufacturer's instructions to install the software.
2. Insert your network
adapter into the slot on your computer.
3. Connect
the network cable to the network adapter.
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4. Connect the other end of
the network cable to your networking equipment.
5.Within a minute or so,
Windows detects and installs the new hardware, and then displays a notification
informing you that the hardware has been successfully installed.
If
you need to connect a computer in a different room from your networking
equipment using a wired connection, read how to set up a wired network. If you
are using a wireless connection, read how to set up a wireless network.
How to install a wired internal network
adapter
Internal
network adapters can be more complicated to install than USB network adapters,
and they can only be installed in desktop computers that have a space
(generally called a slot) available for you to add the card.
Note:
If you are not comfortable opening your computer's case, you should have
internal hardware installed by a professional.
First, buy a wired
internal network adapter.
Once you have the adapter
1.Open
the packaging and read the instructions.
2.If
the network adapter came with a CD or floppy disk, you should insert the CD or
floppy disk into your computer, and install the software prior to connecting
the hardware.
3.Shut down your computer by
clicking Start and then clicking Turn Off Computer. Then click Turn
Off.
4.After
your computer shuts down, make note of where each cable is connected to the
back of your computer. It's handy to tape a small note on each cable with a
number or letter, and put a matching note next to the spot on your computer
where the cable was plugged in. Then unplug all cables from your computer.
5.Lay
your computer on a flat surface, like a desk or table. Remove the side panel
from your computer's case. Depending on the case, you may need to remove screws
at the back of your computer.
6.With
the side panel removed, you can see the inside of your computer. Identify an
available slot that fits your card. If necessary, remove the small metal panel
protecting the opening for the slot at the back of your computer, and save the
screw.
7.Touch
an unpainted portion of your computer's case to discharge any static
electricity. Then carefully insert the network adapter into the open slot.
Gently wiggle the card back and forth until it rests firmly in the slot.
8.Replace
the screw that you removed in step 6, which will help hold the card in place.
9.Replace
the side panel to your computers case.
10.Connect
the network cable to the network adapter.
11.Connect the other end of
the network cable to your networking equipment.
12.Reconnect
all cables to your computer, start your computer, and log on to Windows.
Windows detects and installs the new hardware, and then displays a notification
informing you that the hardware has been successfully installed.
If
you need to connect a computer in a different room from your networking
equipment using a wired connection, read how to set up a wired network. If you
are using a wireless connection, read how to set up a wireless network.
After installing your network interface card, you need to
install the network protocol TCP/IP.
1. Open the "Control Panel" by selecting the Start
Menu and Control Panel.
2. Select the
"Network & Internet Connection" in the Pick A Category by
clicking on it.
3.
Open the "Network Connection" in the "Pick a Control Panel Icon”.
4. Right Click on “Local Area Connection & left click on
Properties.
5. The following picture below should be the standard
properties for Windows 2000 / Windows XP. The two important items are (Client
for Microsoft Network) & (Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)). The network
components listed may differ for your system.
6.If you do not have Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) in your list of installed
components, you need to add it. Select the "Install" button. Select
"Protocol", "Add" and then select "Microsoft"
from the list of manufacturers. A list of protocols will appear on the
right. Select "Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)". Select "OK" to
add this protocol to your system.
7.Select "Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)" from the list by clicking on it,
and then select the "Properties" button. You will see a standard
tabbed dialog box and the IP Address tab will be open. Make sure the radio
button marked "Obtain an IP address automatically" & "Obtain
DNS server address automatically" is selected.
These are the only configuration settings needed within
Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).
8. Select "OK" to close the Internet Protocol
(TCP/IP) property window, and then select "OK" to close the network
control panel. Windows 2000 / XP will prompt you to restart your system.
NOTE: If you are using Windows 2000 / XP, until you complete
the following two sections (Obtaining your Ethernet Address and Registering
your Ethernet Address with MIS) you may receive the following message when your
system boots up: Windows 2000 / XP was unable to obtain an IP address from the
DHCP server. This is normal and will disappear when you complete the
registration process. You should click on the "Yes" button to
continue seeing DHCP messages.
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