Ask them if you have a static IP or get your IP through DCHP.
> Hello Collective,
>
> I survived my first disk partitioning and the instilation of a non-windows
> os but am left with a cable modem that now serves as a paper weight. I have
> no clue where to get info on how to establish a connection with my
> comcast@home service and seek the wisdom (and patience) of you - the
> knowledgable masses.
>
> Before I can even ask a good question I need to know what I am asking so:
>
> What information will I need to have before I can attempt to get the modem
> up-and running, and once I have that info- where is a good place to learn
> what to do with the info. The cable company COMCAST will "only answer
> specific question but not help use the answers" I need to know what
> "specific questions" I need to ask them.
>
> I am using a dell dimension xpsr350 PII. the modem is a Toshiba PCX1100. it
> is external, and IF i am reading the system report correctly the network
> card is a SMC EZ Card PCI 10 Adapter. Lothar tells me that everthing is
> configured fine, but I can't seem to find the place, dialague box or
> whatever where I would establish a connection to the internet service
>
> Thanks in advance for the advice, and pleas help free me from my windows
> internet chain.
>
> -Eric
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Computers are not intelligent. They only think they are.
