Toshiba Portege 4005 User Guide - Page 131
Connecting the modem to a telephone line, Connecting your computer to a network
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131 Exploring Your Options Exchanging data with another computer Connecting the modem to a telephone line Before you can use the modem, you must connect it to a standard voice-grade telephone line. For more information, see "Connecting your modem to a telephone line" on page 71. TECHNICAL NOTE: If you are using the telephone line at home, disable Call Waiting before you connect through the modem. Call Waiting interrupts data transmission. Connecting your computer to a network You can connect your computer to a network to increase its capabilities and functionality. Accessing a network To access: A wired network at the office, connect an Ethernet cable to the RJ45 jack on your computer. For specific information about connecting to the network, consult your network administrator. A remote network, you need a dial-up connection. If you need to use the office network while you are at home or traveling, ask your network administrator for the telephone number of the network. A wireless network, you need an optional wireless networking PC Card or an optional Wi-Fi or Bluetooth module.