How to Set Up a Small Network with Windows 98 Second Edition (PART 3)

This article includes Part 3 of the guide, "Set Up a Small Network with Windows 98 Second Edition." Part 3 discusses connecting the computers.

Note To view the other topics of the "Set Up a Small Network with Windows 98 Second Edition" guide, see the Microsoft Knowledge Base articles that are listed in the "References" section of this article.

The "Set Up a Small Network with Windows 98 Second Edition" guide includes the following topics:

Part 3. Connecting the Computers

To connect the computers, follow these steps:

1. Install the network card. To do so:
   
   Warning Internal computer components may be damaged by static electricity, use of too much force for removal or insertion, or the use of inappropriate tools. If you are not very familiar with computer hardware installation, Microsoft recommends that you contact a qualified technician for repair or installation of internal computer components.
   1. Shut down Windows.
   2. Turn off the computer.
   3. Unplug the power cord.
   4. Open the computer case.
   5. Remove the bracket from a free PCI slot on the back of the computer.
   6. Put the network card vertically in the slot. Push it in firmly, but do not use too much force. You can hear the card snap in place when it is seated correctly in the slot.
   7. Use the screw from the bracket to fasten the card.
   8. Close the case.
   9. Plug the power cord back in.
2. Install the signal distributor. Put it near a power outlet and where all the computers can easily access it.
3. Connect the network cards to the signal distributor. To do so, plug one end of the twisted pair cable into a network card and the other end into the hub or switch.
4. Plug the signal distributor into a power outlet.

Your small network is almost completely set up. You just have to prepare Windows to operate in a network environment.

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