User guide

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3 Disable Microsoft
®
Internet Connection Sharing* (ICS)
If you currently use Microsoft
®
Internet Connection Sharing
disable it before building your network using the BT Hub.
To disable ICS, use any of the following methods:
• If your ICS icon appears on the taskbar, right click the icon and then
click
Disable Internet Connection Sharing
Note:
that this method disables ICS without restarting your computer.
The ICS icon appears with a red X to indicate that ICS is disabled.
While ICS is disabled in this manner, the Dynamic Host Control
Protocol (DHCP) services of the ICS host still function.
• If your ICS icon does not appear on the taskbar, click
Start, point
to
Settings, click Control Panel, double click Internet, click
the
Connection tab, click the Sharing tab, click to select the Disable
Internet Connection Sharing
check box, click OK, and then click OK
Note:
that this method disables ICS without restarting your computer.
While ICS is disabled in this manner, the Dynamic Host Control
Protocol (DHCP) services of the ICS host still function.
For more information, go to http://technet.microsoft.com.
*Applicable to Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition, Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition.
4 Make note of the names and settings of any computers and devices
that are connected by Ethernet to your existing modem or router
e.g. network printers where applicable
5 Make a note of any computers that are connected wirelessly
to your existing modem or router
These computers need to be configured to connect wirelessly
to the BT Hub using the BT Hub wireless security settings.
For more information go to page 6 'Go wireless in your office.'
6 Get your Network Login User Name and Network Password ready
These were sent to you by email and letter when you first set
up BT Business Broadband. If you encounter problems finding
this information, call BT Customer Services on 0800 678 1030.
7 Remove your existing modem or router connection from your
broadband line and set aside
Do not dismantle your network at this stage. Any existing network
will run but without Internet access. Retain your existing equipment
as you may wish to return to your original set up in the future.
Go wireless in your office
Set up wireless broadband using
your broadband connection
Freedom – Use your PC around the office – ideal for hot desking!
Networking – Connect PCs, scanners and printers – up to 10 devices*.
Simplicity – No ugly, restrictive wires.
Security – Your personal Wireless Encryption Key helps keep your
system safe from hackers.
What you need
A wireless-enabled computer
• If your PC came with Wi-Fi, 802.11b or 802.11g, it’s wireless-enabled
• If your Mac came with AirPort, it’s wireless-enabled
Don’t have a wireless-enabled computer?
• Buy a compatible 802.11b or 802.11g wireless adaptor (available at
www.businessshop.bt.com, click Modems and Routers then Wireless
LAN
or other retailers). Choose an adaptor for Windows desktops,
laptops. (Apple Mac users can get an Airport or Airport Extreme
adaptor from Apple resellers.)
• Wireless adaptors are available as PCI, PCMCIA or USB variants -
ensure that your wireless adaptor is compatible with your computer.
It provides a wireless connection to your BT Hub so you can use your
computer from anywhere in your office
• How to install third party wireless adaptors is beyond the scope of
this guide. For installation of third party adaptors, refer to the
manufacturer’s user guide
*Connects up to 10 devices wirelessly on one ADSL line. Adaptor may be required
to connect each device. Maximum of 6 handsets can be connected to the BT Hub
and a maximum of 3 can be used simultaneously via the B
T Hub.
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