FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\patricia_drake\Desktop\New Folder\D5016c60.fmD E L L C O N F I D E N T I A L – P R E L I M I N A R Y 3 / 1 8 / 0 4 – F O R P R O O F O N LYSetting Up a Home and Office Network 516Setting Up a Home and Office NetworkConnecting to a Network AdapterBefore you connect your computer to a network, the computer must have a network adapterinstalled and a network cable connected to it.To connect a network cable:1 Connect the network cable to the network adapter connector on your computer.NOTE: Insert the cable until it clicks into place, and then gently pull it to ensure that it is secure.2 Connect the other end of the network cable to a network connection device, such as anetwork wall jack.NOTE: Do not use a network cable with a telephone wall jack.Network Setup WizardThe Microsoft ® Windows® XP operating system provides a Network Setup Wizard to guide youthrough the process of sharing files, printers, or an Internet connection between computers in ahome or small office.1 Click the Start button, point to All Programs→ Accessories→ Communications, and thenclick Network Setup Wizard.2 On the welcome screen, click Next.3 Click Checklist for creating a network.
