The following instructions explain how to set-up Windows 98 to dial and connect to Skylands Networks.

Step 1: Setting up the connection

1. Double-click the My Computer Icon

2. Double-click the Dial-Up Networking Icon

3. Double-click Make New Connection

Delete the contents of the Type a name for the computer you are dialing field, and type Skylands Networks

5. Click Next

6. For Telephone Number, enter the Skylands Networks access number you have been given. Note: if you have to dial the area code to place local calls, enter the area code directy in front of the 7 digit number, NOT in the box labeled Area Code.

IMPORTANT! The phone number displayed below is an example only!

8. Click Next

8. Click [ Finish ]
9. Right-Click the Skylands Networks icon, and click Properties.

10. On the General tab, uncheck Use area code and dialing properties.

11. Click on the Server Types tab.

12. The only item that needs to be checked under "Advanced options:" is "Enable software compression".
13. The only item that needs to be checked under "Allowed network protocols:" is "TCP/IP".
14. Click [ TCP/IP Settings... ].

14. Make sure that the first two options are set to "Server assigned...". Both "Use IP header compression" and "Use default gateway on remore network" should be checked.
15. Click [ OK ] and then click [ OK ] again.
16. Once again, right-click the Skylands Networks icon and click Create Shortcut.
17. When asked if you would like to place a shortcut on the desktop, click [ Yes ].

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If you need further help or assistance, please call Skylands Networks Technical Support at 973-875-2500 - 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM Monday through Friday; 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Saturday. Please also see the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) page for answers to common questions.