Networking > Windows XP Ethernet/Wireless Configuration (Summary)
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Setting Up Wired EthernetInstall your Ethernet card according to the manufacturer's directions. Connect your network cable to the ethernet card. Locate your Ethernet jack (it is typically located near your telephone jack but is slightly larger than the telephone jack) and plug in the other end of your network cable. If there are several ethernet jacks, try each one until you find the jack that is enabled. You can test your connection by running a network software program such as Internet Explorer.
Setting Up Wireless Ethernet
Start up your computer and make sure you are connected by checking the connection icon on the taskbar, shown here.
Configure for DHCP
For more information on DHCP, please see your detailed instructions.
The default configuration that comes with the Operating System is the correct configuration for DHCP. To check this, go to Start then Settings then Control Panel. Select Network, right-click on Local Area Connection and then select Properties. Select TCP/IP protocol and select Properties. Verify that under the General tab, Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically are selected.
Releasing and Renewing your DHCP Lease
Your computer must have an IP (network) address appropriate to your location. If you move your computer from one location to another, you may need to release the current lease and request a new one.