These instructions illustrate how to configure Windows ME so that you can dial the 2 Fords Network modem pool.

If you have already set up your home computer to dial into 2 Fords Network then proceed to
Step 5 to connect to our 56k modems.

1. Introduction

In order to use many of the services available at 2 Fords Network, you have to set up your computer to access our system via a dial-up phone line. This document will walk you through the steps required to get your computer successfully connected to our modems. These instructions assume that you only want to access the Internet via 2 Fords Network, (not through another Internet provider such as CompuServe or America Online), and that you are not connected to some other type of local area network (LAN). In other words, you use a stand-alone machine at home. While you can set up your computer to access multiple types of network providers, we will only address dialup connectivity to the 2 Fords Network.

2. Hardware Requirements

Here at 2 Fords Network we have 56K - V.90 modems. We can also support slower 14.4K modems. Generally speaking modems slower than 9600baud aren't sufficient for graphical type applications like Netscape or Internet Explorer.

3. Software Requirements

Windows ME comes with all the networking software you need to get access to the
2 Fords Network. It comes with a Telnet and FTP client, both located in the windows directory. Once
you have established a connection to 2 Fords, you can then open a Telnet session or
start an internet browser such as Microsoft Internet Explore or Netscape Communicator.

4. Configuring your Modem

4.01 Click the "Start" button and select "Settings"..."Control Panel".
4.02 Double-Click on the "Modems" icon.
4.03 If you see a modem listed, stop! Go immediately to step 5
4.04 If you don't see a modem listed, you should see this screen:

4.05 Click "Next" to begin the auto-detection of your modem.
4.06 If it detects your modem, proceed to step 5.
4.07 If it doesn't find your modem, you must add it manually.

4.08 Select your modem from the list, then click "Next". (If your modem is not on the
list then see your modem instruction manual for instructions on how to add it. Most
likely you have to put in the disk that came with your modem and then click on "Have
Disk".)

4.09 Select which com port the modem is connected to, then choose "Next". (See
your modem instruction manual for more information.)
4.10 Now Windows ME adds your modem to the system. Select "Finish" when this
is done. Next we have to change some modem properties.

5. Configuring Dial-Up Networking.

5.01 Click on "Start" then select "Settings", and "Dial-up Networking".

5.02 Double click on "Make New Connection".

5.03 Enter "2 Fords Network" for the name of the computer you are dialing.
5.04 In the "Select a device:" click on the drop arrow and select the modem you will be using to dial up to the
internet. (You will probably have only one.)
5.05 Click "Next"

5.06 Enter your local 2 Fords Network dialup number in the "Telephone number" field. If you do not know this dial up number, contact our 24 hour tech support staff.
5.07 Click "Next"

5.08 Click "Finish"
5.09 Right click on the 2 Fords Network icon and select "Create Shortcut".
5.10 Click on "Yes" to create a shortcut on your desktop.
5.11 Right click on the 2 Fords Network icon and select "Properties".
5.12 Select the "Networking" tab.

5.13 Your settings should appear like this. If they do not then make the necessary changes.
5.14 Click "OK" twice.
Finally we are ready to dial the 2 Fords Network. From now on you won't have to do the
preceding steps, they are one-time-only set up requirements.

6. Dialing 2 Fords Network.

6.01 Double click on the "Shortcut to 2 Fords Network" icon on your desktop.

6.02 Enter your username in the username field.
6.03 Type in your password.
6.04 If you want to automatically dial and connect whenever you double click on the
"Shortcut to 2 Fords" icon then check "Save password" and "Connect automatically".
6.05 Enter your local access number if needed.
6.06 Click "Connect".
6.07 You should hear the modem dial and connect.
6.08 If there are no errors while connecting the login box will drop down into the start
menu.
6.09 If you are prompted to re-enter your password, make sure the caps lock key is
off and make sure you entered the correct username, password, and phone number.
6.10 Now the TCP/IP connection will be finalized between your computer and the
Internet. At this point you are now connected to the internet via 2 Fords Network. If you wish
to browse the internet then open a internet browser such as Internet Explorer or
Netscape. See below on how to acquire Netscape.

7. Getting/Running Applications.

If you wish to get a copy of Netscape Communicator and Netscape Messenger Mail
program you can obtain it in two fashions.

1. Download the latest version of Netscape from http://home.netscape.com
2. Go to the 2 Fords Network homepage and click on the Netscape icon link.

Before you use these applications, you must install them! Consult your Windows
Help if you get stuck. Then, be sure to first establish the link to the 2 Fords Network (Step 8)
before you run them.

Finally the end. We hope this helps you get successfully connected. If you notice
any glaring omissions or something you think is completely wrong please let us
know and we will correct it.

Good Luck! Please direct questions to johnford@2fords.net