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Using dialup connection
If you sometimes have to dial in to one or more networks from remote sites, such as hotels or ofces, you will
need to start by setting up in your computer a prole for each site you dial from and a prole for each network
you dial in to. For details on setting up network and dial-up connections, refer to Windows online help.
Dialup connections
To use the built-in modem, start Access Connections.
For Windows 7: To start the Access Connections wizard, see “Accessing applications in Windows 7” on
page 19, and follow the instructions on the screen.
For Windows Vista and Windows XP: To start the Access Connections wizard, click Start ➙ All Programs ➙
ThinkVantage ➙ Access Connections, and follow the instructions on the screen.
Notes: Before you start setting up dialup connections by using Access Connections, obtain either of the
following from your Internet service provider (ISP) or network administrator.
• Dialer program provided by your ISP
OR
• Phone number to the access point
• User name and password
Access Connections, a connectivity assistant program, can easily enable one network adapter and disable
the other adapters on demand. After setting up your dialup connection, you can use the program to quickly
switch the network settings.
Dialing manually
If your computer is repeatedly unable to connect to your ISP or to a LAN, it is easier to dial an access number
manually. For details, refer to your Windows online help.
Note: You will need to have a dual jack to the same phone line or a “Y” splitter for your phone line so that
your computer and your telephone can share a line.
Modem use abroad
Different countries and regions follow different procedures and regulations regarding modem use. Be sure to
check with your hotel front desk or with the local telephone utility to learn the proper procedure for plugging
in and unplugging your modem and power cord.
DANGER
To avoid shock hazard, do not connect the cable to or disconnect the cable from the telephone
outlet on the wall during electrical storms.
Around the world there are dozens of plugs and jacks for phone connections. You can usually purchase an
adapter while in destination country, but adapter kits are available in your home country prior to your trip.
Some countries support pulse dialing rather than tone dialing. To change dialing methods, refer to your
Windows online help.
Note: In many regions, you cannot use the built-in modem function until Lenovo has received approval from
the proper authorities.
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