22 Setting Up and Using Your Computerw w w . d e l l . c o m | s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o mSetting 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:NOTE: Insert the cable until it clicks into place, and then gently pull it to ensure that it issecure.1 Connect the network cable to the network adapter connector on the back of yourcomputer.NOTE: Do not use a network cable with a telephone wall jack.2 Connect the other end of the network cable to a network connection device, such as anetwork wall jack.Network Setup WizardThe Microsoft ® Windows® XP operating system provides a Network Setup Wizard to guideyou through the process of sharing files, printers, or an Internet connection betweencomputers in a home or small office.1 Click the Start button, point to All Programs→ Accessories→ Communications, andthen click Network Setup Wizard.networkwall jacknetwork adapterconnector on computernetwork cable
