CORNWALL INTERNET
Internet connections
Configuration softwareIf you use a Microsoft Windows operating system, the easiest way to configure (or reconfigure) your computer to connect to Cornwall Internet is to use our configuration software - see our Support Home Page for more information and to download the software.
Manual settings
If you do not use a Microsoft Windows operating system or you wish to set up your connection manually (see instructions below) you will need the following information to establish a connection to Cornwall Internet:
Login ID: Your login ID is your email address (or 'guest' if you do not have a Cornwall Internet email address).
Password: Your password is provided to you when you register for the Cornwall Internet dialup service. (If you use 'guest' as your username you should use 'guest' as your password as well.)
Dial up number: 0845 604 1620 - provides local call rate access to the Internet from BT fixed lines throughout the United Kingdom.
DNS Servers: Normally you set up your dialup connection so that DNS information is obtained automatically. If, however, you need to set this information manually you can use the following settings:
Primary: 217.33.105.114
Secondary: 217.33.105.115
Windows - Manual Setup
If you use a Microsoft Windows operating system, but wish to set up your connection to Cornwall Internet manually follow the instructions below. You will need to have registered with Cornwall Internet before setting up your connection.
The instructions should enable you to set up connections using Microsoft Windows 95, 98, ME and 2000. You should note, however, that the procedure may vary slightly from what is set out below depending on the operating system version and the options chosen when it was installed.
Step 1.
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On the desktop, click on My Computer. |
Step 2.
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Click on Dial-Up Networking. |
Step 3.
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Click on Make New Connection. |
Step 4.
The Make New Connection dialog box appears. Type 'Cornwall Internet' for the name of the computer you are dialing into. Select the modem that you wish to use (usually there will be only one) and click next ...
Step 5.
Enter the Area Code (0845) and Phone Number (6041620) of the Cornwall Internet Local Call Internet Access Service, check that the Country Code is set to United Kingdom and click next ...
Step 6.
Click Finish to create your new Cornwall Internet dialup icon.
Step 7.
Once you have created the Cornwall Internet dialup icon, you should check the dialup Properties to ensure that they are set properly. Right-click on the Cornwall Internet dialup icon to bring up the menu and select Properties ...
Step 8.
Click on the 'Server Types' or 'Networking' tab and set your computer as shown below. Then click on the TCP/IP Settings button to see the settings for Step 9 ...
Step 9.
Clicking on the TCP/IP Settings button will bring up the following window. Set your system's settings as they are below. Click OK, then OK again, to return to your Cornwall Internet dialup icon. You are now properly configured to dial into the Cornwall Internet network.
Step 10.
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Click on the Cornwall Internet icon to launch the dialup access window ... |
Step 11.
Enter the following information:
User name: Also called your Login ID. Your user name will be your email address. If you do not have a Cornwall Internet email address you may use 'guest' as your user name.
Password: The letters in your login password should be in lowercase. If you use 'guest' as your user name you should use 'guest' as your password as well.
Save Password: If you want Windows to save your password, check the Save Password check box.
Click the Connect button to connect to the Cornwall Internet Network ...
NOTE: Once you have finished configuring your settings, you can drag and drop the Cornwall Internet dialup icon onto your Desktop or Start Tool Bar for easy access.
If the information above does not resolve your problem please email us at support@cornwallinternet.com.