These instructions explain how to configure Windows XP 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 here at 2 Fords Network, such as Netscape, you have to set up your computer to access via a dial-up phone line. This document will walk you through the steps required to get your computer successfully connected. 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, this set of instructions 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 modems down to 14.4K. Generally speaking modems slower than 9600baud aren't
sufficient for graphical type applications like Netscape.

3. Software Requirements

Windows XP comes with all the networking software you need to get access to 2 Fords Network. It comes with a Telnet and FTP
client (Internet Explorer), both located in the windows directory. Once you have established a connection to 2 Fords, you
can then easily transfer (FTP) applications such as Netscape to your machine.

4. Configuring Dialup Networking

Windows XP comes with the Dialup Networking service enabled. We have not found a way to turn it off so there is no need for instructions on
how to enable it.

5. Configuring Your Modem

This section is to verify that your computer has a modem correctly installed. Due to countless types of modems and that
Windows XP is a new operating system we cannot provide instructions on how to install a modem or provide drivers for it. You
will need to contact your computers manufacturer (i.e. Dell, Compaq) or the manufacturer of the modem.

5.a ­ Click on START and then Control Options.

5.b ­ Double click on Phone and Modem Options.

5.c ­ Click on the Modem tab.

Should no modem be listed then your computer does not have a modem properly installed. Please contact your computers and or modem manufacturer for support.

6. Dialing 2 Fords Network

6.a - Click on START and then Control Panel.

6.b ­ Double click on Network Connections.

6.c ­ Click on Create a new connection under Network Tasks.

6.d ­ Select Connect to the Internet and then click Next.

6.e ­ Select Set up my connection manually and then click Next.

6.f ­ Select Connect using a dial-up modem and then click Next.

6.g ­ Type 2 Fords Network as the ISP Name and then click Next.

6.h ­ Enter your local dialup number and click Next.

6.i ­ In the User name field enter the name you have chosen as your "user name".
6.j ­ In the Password field enter your password.
6.k ­ Enter your password again in the Confirm password field and click Next.

6.l ­ Check the box next to Add a shortcut to this connection to my desktop and click Finish.

6.m ­ Double click on the new 2 Fords Network shortcut on your desktop.
6.n ­ Verify the information is correct and click on Dial.
6.o ­ You should hear the modem dial and connect.
6.p ­ If there are no errors while connecting the login box will drop down into the task bar.
6.q ­ If you are prompted to re-enter your password, make sure the caps lock is off and make sure you entered the correct
username, password and phone number.
6.r ­ At this point you are now connected to the internet via 2 Fords Network. You can now open an internet browser such as Netscape or
Internet Explorer.

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 home page and click on the Netscape icon link to go to Netscape.com.

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@slotmail.org