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9 Getting connected
Connecting to the Internet
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Connecting to the Internet
To create a modem connection to an ISP
1 Obtain the following information from your ISP:
• ISP server telephone number
• User name and password
• TCP/IP settings
2 Insert a Compact Flash Modem card (purchased seperately) into your handheld’s CF
slot.
NOTE: For instructions on inserting and using a CF Modem card, see the documentation that
came with the card.
3 Tap and then Settings.
In the Connections tab, tap Connections. Under My ISP, select Add a new modem
connection.
4 Enter a name for the connection, such as "My Connection."
5 In the Select a modem list, select your modem type.
If your modem type does not appear, try re-inserting the modem card.
6 You should not need to change any settings in Advanced. Most ISPs now use a
dynamically-assigned address. If the ISP you are connecting to does not use a
dynamically-assigned address, tap Advanced and then the TCP/IP tab, and enter the
address. When finished, tap OK and then Next.
7 Enter the ISP phone number, and tap Next.
8 Enter your username, password and domain (if any), and tap Finish to complete the
process.
To start the connection insert a modem card and begin using the desired program. For
example switch to Pocket Internet Explorer and browse to a Web page. Your device
will connect automatically.
To create an Ethernet connection to an ISP
1 Obtain the following information from your ISP:
• User name and password
• Domain name
2 Insert the Compact Flash Ethernet card (purchased seperately) into your handheld’s CF
slot.
NOTE: For instructions on inserting and using a CF Ethernet card, see the documentation
that came with the card.
The first time you insert the card, Network Card Settings will appear automatically so
that you can configure the Ethernet settings. Most networks use DHCP, so you should