From the Start menu, click Settings, and choose Dial-Up Networking.
Double-click the Make New Connection icon.
In the Type a name for the computer you are dialing field, type a name for the connection (i.e. MyAccount).
Click the down arrow on the Select a device drop-down list and choose your default modem.
Click the Next button.
In the Area code field, type in your local area code.
In the Telephone number field, type your local access number.
Note: Please check with your local telephone company to make sure that the access number that you are dialing is a local, toll-free call. We assume no responsibility for local toll or long distance charges incurred for the use of our service.
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When you enter the access number, type it exactly as you would dial it from your home phone.
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If you are dialing from a hotel, office, or other phone system that requires you to dial a digit such as 9 to get an outside line, insert that number before the access number.
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Ignore the Area Code field. All numbers should be entered in the Telephone Number field.
Click the Next button.
Click the Finish button.
Click the MyAccount icon with your right mouse button, then choose Properties.
Uncheck the box next to Use area code and Dialing Properties.
Click on the Security tab.
In the User name field, type your entire email address (e.g., user@isp.com.au).
In the Password field, type in your password.
Please check with your local telephone company to make sure that the access number that you are dialing is a local, toll-free call. We assume no responsibility for local toll or long distance charges incurred for the use of our service.
Click the OK button.
Click the MyAccount icon with your right mouse button, then choose Create Shortcut.
Click the Yes button.
