These instructions explain how to configure Windows 2000 Networking so that you can access the 2 Fords Network modem pool.

56k v.90 Illustrated Version

If you have already set up your home computer to dial into 2 Fords Network then proceed to
Step 6 to connect to our 56k modems.

1. Introduction

In order to use many of the services available on t the Internet, such as Netscape, you have to set up your computer to access the campus via a dial-up phone line. This document will walk you through the steps required to get your computer successfully connected to the campus. These instructions assume that you only want to access the Internet via 2 Fords, (not through another Internet provider such a 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 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.

3. Software Requirements

Windows 2000 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 the campus, you can then easily transfer (FTP) applications such as Netscape to your machine.

4. Configuring Dialup Networking

4.2 Double-Click on the "Make New Connection" icon

4.3 Enter your telephone area code.

4.4 Click Next on the Network Connection Wizard dialogue box.

4.5 Select "Dial-up to the Internet".

4.6 Select "I want to set up my Internet connection manually ..."

5. Configuring Your Modem

5.0 If a modem is already installed, you will not see the Add/Remove Hardware Wizard. Proceed to Step 6.
5.1 If you don't already have a modem installed, the Add/Remove Hardware Wizard will begin looking for one.
5.2 Click "Next" to begin the auto-detection of your modem.
5.3 If it detects your modem, proceed to step 6.
5.4 If it doesn't detect your modem, you must add it manually.

6. Dialing the 2 Fords Network

6.0 Enter the appropriate2 Fords dial up number. If you do not know your access number, call our 24 hour tech support staff.
6.1 Click "Next".

6.2 Type your username.
6.3 Type in your password

6.4 Click "Next" again.

6.5 Click "Finish".
6.6 Right-click the "My Network Places" icon on your desktop and select properties.

6.7 Right-click the "2 Fords Network" icon and select Connect.

6.08 Click "Dial".
6.09 You should hear the modem dial and connect.
6.10 If there are no errors while connecting the login box will drop down into the start menu.
6.11 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.
6.12 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 are prompted with a second windows password box just press cancel unless you are experienced with network logins.

You should now be connected
Make sure to disconnect when finished. If you have any problems
connecting, email johnford@2fords.net