How to configure Dial-Up Networking to connect

  1. Double-click the My Computer icon.

  2. Double-click the Dial-Up Networking icon.

  3. Click the OK button.

  4. In the Name the new phonebook entry box, type MyAccount.

  5. Check the box next to I know all about phonebook entries and would rather edit the properties directly.

  6. Click the Finish button.

  7. Uncheck the box next to Use Telephony dialing properties.

  8. In the Phone number box, type your local access number.

  9. Note:

  10. Uncheck the box next to Use another port if busy.

  11. Click on the Server tab.

  12. Uncheck the box next to Enable PPP LCP extensions.

  13. Check the box next to TCP/IP.

  14. Click on the Security tab.

  15. Click the Accept any authentication including clear text radio button in the Authentication and encryption policy area.

  16. Click the OK button.

  17. Click the Dial button.

  18. In the Username field, type your entire email address (e.g., user@isp.com.au).

  19. In the Password field, type your password.

  20. Note: Remember, your password is case sensitive. (Make sure your CAPS LOCK button is off!).

  21. Delete the contents of the Domain field.

  22. Check the box next to Save Passwordif you wish to save your password.

  23. Click the OK button.

  24. You have successfully initially configured the phonebook in Dial-Up Networking.