20 Chapter 2: Getting started with your Aptiva computer
Configuring your Aptiva computer
for a connection to the Internet
Before you can connect to the Internet, you must
connect your computer to the telephone network. See
the Read me first book for instructions on connecting
cables. See “Connecting your modem to the telephone
network” on page 18 for additional information.
You can connect to the Internet using the IBM Internet
Connection, The Microsoft Network program, or another
service provider. Your Aptiva computer comes with
some software and all of the hardware required to
connect to the Internet.
The IBM Internet Connection
Your Aptiva computer is already configured to use the
IBM Internet Connection. To access the IBM Internet
Connection, follow these steps:
1. From the Windows 95 desktop, double-click on the
Online Services icon.
2. In the Online Services window, double-click on the
IBM Internet Registration icon.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions. If you need
assistance, press the F1 key to view the online
help.
The Internet Setup Wizard
Your Aptiva computer comes with a program that guides
you through the steps for connecting to the Internet. You
can use this program, called a wizard, to set up an
Internet connection using The Microsoft Network or any
other service provider.
To start the Internet Setup Wizard, follow these steps:
1. From the Windows 95 desktop, click on the Start
button.
2. Move your mouse pointer to the Programs menu,
then the Accessories menu, and finally the
Internet Tools menu.
3. Click on the Internet Setup Wizard option.
The wizard lists the information you need to collect
for your connection and then takes you through
the steps required to connect. Follow the on-screen
instructions. If you need assistance, press the F1
key to view the online help.
Note:
You can also set up your connection to The Microsoft
Network using the instructions in “Configuring your
communications software” on page 19.
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