Windows 2000 Instructions

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These instructions explain how to configure Windows 2000 Networking so that you can access the ABHost.us modem pool.

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If you have already set up your home computer to dial into ABHost.us then proceed to Step 6 to connect to the internet.

Please go through as many of the setup instructions as possible on your own before contacting us for help. If you have questions during the setup please give us a call at 360-738-7044.

1. Introduction

In order to use many of the services available on ABHost.us and the Internet, such as Netscape, you have to set up your computer to access the internet via a dial-up phone line. This document will walk you through the steps required to get your computer successfully connected to the internet. These instructions assume that you only want to access the Internet via ABHost.us 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 or office. While you can set up your computer to access multiple types of network providers, we will only address dialup connectivity to ABHost.us.

2. Hardware Requirements

Here at ABHost.us we have 56K modems.

3. Software Requirements

Windows 2000 comes with all the networking software you need to get access to ABHost.us. It comes with a Telnet and FTP client, both located in the windows directory. Once you have established a connection to ABHost.us, you can then easily transfer (FTP) applications such as Netscape to your machine.

4. Configuring Dialup Networking

4.2 Double-Click on the "Make New Connection" icon

4.3 Enter your telephone area code.

4.4 Click Next on the Network Connection Wizard dialogue box.

4.5 Select "Dial-up to the Internet".

4.6 Select "I want to set up my Internet connection manually ..."

5. Configuring Your Modem

5.0 If a modem is already installed, you will not see the Add/Remove Hardware Wizard. Proceed to Step 6.
5.1 If you don't already have a modem installed, the Add/Remove Hardware Wizard will begin looking for one.
5.2 Click "Next" to begin the auto-detection of your modem.
5.3 If it detects your modem, proceed to step 6.
5.4 If it doesn't detect your modem, you must add it manually.

6. Dialing ABHost.us

6.0 Enter the appropriate number. Click here to find your local access number
6.1 Click "Next".

6.2 Type "userame@abhost.us" (replace "username" with your actual username).
6.3 Type in your password

6.4 Click "Next" again.

6.5 Click "Finish".
6.6 Right-click the "My Network Places" icon on your desktop and select properties.

6.7 Right-click the "ABHost.us" icon and select Connect.

6.08 Click "Dial".
6.09 You should hear the modem dial and connect.
6.10 If there are no errors while connecting the login box will drop down into the start menu.
6.11 If you are prompted to re-enter your password, make sure the caps lock key is off and make sure you entered the correct username, password, and phone number.
6.12 Now the TCP/IP connection will be finalized between your computer and the Internet. At this point you are now connected to the internet via ABHost.us. If you are prompted with a second windows password box just press cancel unless you are experienced with network logins.

You should now be connected

Make sure to disconnect when finished. If you have any problems connecting, email support@abhost.net or call us at 360-738-7044.