Internet Access for Windows XP

Quick version for advanced users:

• Hook your computer up to the network jack.
• Set your computer to DHCP.
• Open your web browser.
• Follow the registration instructions given.

Detailed version for beginners:

• Connect your computer to the wall.
  • You need a CAT5 cable for this step. This is not the same as a phone cable. If you don't have one, they are available for a modest fee from Network Services.
  • Connect your CAT5 cable to the back of your computer and to the wall.
• Tell your computer to obtain information from our network.
  • Click the Start Menu.
  • Click Control Panel.
  • Click Network and Internet Connections.
  • Click Network Connections.
  • Double-click Local Area Connection.
  • Click the Properties button.
  • Click on Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). You may have to scroll down to find it.
  • Click the Properties button.
  • Click on Obtain an IP address automatically.
  • Click on Obtain DNS server address automatically.
  • Close out of this step (OK, then OK, then Close).
• Register your computer with our network.
  • Open your web browser. This is often called "Internet Explorer."
  • You will be presented with a series of pages asking you to register your computer. You will need your network username and password. Follow the instructions given.

If you still do not have access to the Internet after 30 minutes, call the Network Services help desk at 233-9100. Please be patient! We assist people as efficiently as we can.