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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) NOTE: ISPs (Internet Service Providers) and ISP offerings vary by country. To connect to the Internet, you need an external modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (ISP). NOTE: If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is not a part of your original order, you can purchase one from the Dell website at www.dell.com. NOTE: If you cannot connect to the Internet but have successfully connected in the past, the ISP might have a service outage. Contact your ISP to check the service status, or try connecting again later. NOTE: Have your ISP information ready. If you do not have an ISP, the Connect to the Internet wizard can help you get one. Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection in Windows Vista If you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to the external USB modem (optional) and to the telephone wall connector before you set up your Internet connection. If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions and see "Setting Up Your Internet Connection in Windows Vista" on page 12. 10

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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop
Connect to the Internet (Optional)
NOTE:
ISPs (Internet Service Providers)
and ISP offerings vary by country.
To connect to the Internet, you need an external
modem or network connection and an Internet
service provider (ISP).
NOTE:
If an external USB modem or WLAN
adapter is not a part of your original
order, you can purchase one from the Dell
website at
www.dell.com
.
NOTE:
If you cannot connect to the Internet
but have successfully connected in the
past, the ISP might have a service outage.
Contact your ISP to check the service
status, or try connecting again later.
NOTE:
Have your ISP information ready. If
you do not have an ISP, the Connect to the
Internet wizard can help you get one.
Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection in
Windows Vista
If you are using a dial-up connection, connect
the telephone line to the external USB modem
(optional) and to the telephone wall connector
before you set up your Internet connection. If
you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem
connection, contact your ISP or cellular
telephone service for setup instructions and
see “Setting Up Your Internet Connection in
Windows Vista” on page 12.