33
www.gateway.com
Connecting the modem
Your computer may have the optional 56K modem that you can use to connect to a
standard telephone line.
To connect the modem:
1
Insert one end of the modem cable into the modem jack
on the back of your
computer.
2
Insert the other end of the modem cable into a telephone wall jack. The modem will
not work with digital or PBX telephone lines.
3
Start your computer, then start your communications program.
Connecting to a wired Ethernet network
Your computer has a network jack that you can use to connect to a 10/100 or 10/100/1000
wired Ethernet network. For information about setting up a wired or wireless Ethernet
network, see
“Networking Your Computer” on page 87
.
To connect to a wired Ethernet network:
1
Insert one end of the network cable into the network jack
on the back of your
computer.
2
Insert the other end of the network cable into a network jack.
Warning
To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger
telecommunications line cord.
Tips & Tricks
You can use your computer’s Ethernet jack for more than just
networking. Many broadband Internet connections, such as cable
modems and DSL modems, connect to your computer’s Ethernet
jack. For more information, see “Using the Internet” in
Using Your
Computer which has been included on your hard drive. To access this
guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway
Documentation.
Summary of Contents for Gateway Profile 5
Page 1: ...User Guide Gateway Profile 5 5 5...
Page 2: ......
Page 72: ...66 www gateway com...
Page 92: ...86 www gateway com...
Page 130: ...124 www gateway com...
Page 137: ...Appendix B 131 Specifications...
Page 142: ...136 www gateway com...
Page 151: ......
Page 152: ...NSK DWL PFL5 5 5 USR GDE R1 8 04...