Help Install Latest Netscape Software

User: Go ahead and Down Load the software one day and start the install the next.

Try http://wp.netscape.com/intl/download/

Since Netscape 4.7 is not generally available anymore, use the ENGLISH UK Version on this site


Netscape 7 is a bit too AOL and will have the usual advertising so I do not recommend a newer version past 4.7


Download the file and save on your hard drive to a directory
(to order the CD click here)
you need to remember.

You may wish to create a new folder (Norton Navigator or Windows Explorer menu: File - New - Folder: c:\Netscape\downloads\

SETUP OF NETSCAPE

The install will ask you questions you need to be prepared to answer.
Outgoing mail service is in the form of : mail.provider.com like mail.inreach.com
Incomming mail service is in the form of : provider.com like inreach.com


Your login name is like: ssalkow


Your password is like: *****

Answer yes, if asked if this should be your defualt browser.

Remote Access Service

Under Win Nt it is necessary to configure or install the Remote Access Service(RAS) from the Start-Setting-Control Panel. Once installed, the RAS needs to be configured.


Part 1: Control Panel
Step 1: Locate the Network Control Panel
net icon in Cotrol Panel To begin, go into your Control Panel either by double clicking on Control Panel in My Computer, or through the Start, Settings buttons. In the Control Panel, locate the Network icon. Double click the Network icon to open to the Network Control Panel.


Step 2: Add Remote Access Service
Add Remote Access Service On the first screen of the Network Control Panel click on the Services tab near the top of the window. Now check to make sure that the Remote Access Service is not in the list of Network Services. If it is listed, click on the Remote Access Service entry then click the Properties button and skip to Step 5. If Remote Access Service is not listed, then click on the Add button and continue with the next step.


Step 3: Select Remote Access Service
Selecting Remote Access Service In the Select Network Services window, scroll through the list and locate the entry for Remote Access Service. Click on it, and click OK. You may be prompted to put your Windows NT CD in the CD drive.


Step 4: Add Your Modem to RAS
Add RAS Device After NT copies some files, you should be prompted with the Add RAS Device window. All you need to do in this window is select which modem you wish to dial into Inreach San Diego with. In the dropdown box below the heading RAS Capable Devices, select your modem then click OK to continue. From this point forward, our examples will show the configuration of a Standard 28800 Modem. Your modem may be different, but the steps are the same.


Step 5: Setting Up RAS With Your Modem
Setup RAS With Your Modem

In the Remote Access Setup window, you need to select the modem you plan to use in the list. Here you need to click on two buttons before you're done. First click on Configure in the lower button group. (The second button click is in Step 6 below)


Step 6: The Configure Port Usage Window
Configure Port Usage Window For most users, setting the Port Usage setting to Dial out only will be sufficient. Click on OK to return to the window in Step 5. Click on the Network button to move to the next step.


Step 7: The Network Configuration Window
The Network Configuration Window The Network Configuration window controls what network protocols are sent through your modem. When connecting with Inreach San Diego, you only need to check TCP/IP. Click on OK to return to the window pictured in Step 5 where you should click Continue.


Step 8: Restart
You should now be prompted to restart your computer, which you should do. When it comes back up, you're ready to begin part 2.


Part 2: Dialup Networking
Step 1: Find and Open Dial-Up Networking
The My Computer Window After your computer has been restarted, you are ready to add a phonebook entry into Dial-Up Networking. Open the My Computer icon on your desktop then open the Dial-Up Networking icon.

If you have been in Dial-Up Networking before, then the window that appears will be like the one in Step 2a, otherwise you will get a window like the one in Step 2b.

Step 2a: Been In Dial-Up Networking Before

DUN Screen 1 (Visited Before) If you've been in Dial-Up Networking before, you should see this window when you open the icon. Click on the New button and skip to Step 3.
Step 2b: Not Been in Dial-Up Networking Before.

If this is your first time in Dial-Up Networking, this will be the first Window you see. Name your phonebook entry Inreach San Diego, and put a check in the box below. Click Next to move to Step 3. DUN Screen 1 (First Time Screen)

Step 3: Begin Editing Phonebook Entry
Basic Tab Start on the Basic tab in which you will want to fill in the Entry name with Inreach San Diego. In the Phone number space, type in the local Inreach San Diego dialup number your want to use. Click on the Server tab and move on to the next step. Please note, it is your responsibility to verify that the number your enter is toll free. TDL is not liable for any telephone charges incurred.
Step 4: The Server Tab
Server Tab On the Server Tab, set the Dial-up server type to PPP:Windows NT, Windows 95 Plus, Internet. Put a check mark in TCP/IP only. Make sure that the bottom two checkboxes, Enable software compression and Enable PPP LCP extensions are checked. Now click on the TCP/IP Settings button.
Step 5: The TCP/IP Settings Window
When the PPP TCP/IP Settings window comes up, make sure that you have Server assigned IP address marked. Put a check in both Use IP header compression and Use default gateway on remote network. Click on OK to return to the window in Step 4, then click on the Script Tab to move to the next Step. TCP/IP Settings Window
Step 6: The Script Tab
The Script Tab On the Script Tab, simply mark None because no script is needed. Next click on the Security Tab.
Step 7: The Security Tab
On the Security Tab, mark Accept any authentication including clear text. That's all the editing that needs to be done here. Click on OK to save the changes and return to the window in Step 2a. On that window, click on the Dial button. The Security Tab
Step 8: The User name and Password Screen
The Username and Password Screen The first time you try to connect with Inreach San Diego, this screen will appear. You need to enter your Inreach login name in all lower case in the User name field. Enter your password in the Password field. Leave the Domain field blank. You can put a check in Save Password so that you never have to enter it again. Finally click on OK to begin dialing.
Your Password will be displayed as asterisks.


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