WebTV subscribers normally use WebTV's own local access
number directly to WebTV. However, many areas do not offer WebTV local access numbers, but
do have a Compu-Net local access number for our Internet service. Also, many WebTV
subscribers find their unit will receive information from the Internet much more quickly
with a Compu-Net local access number. You can use Compu-Net's local access number with your
WebTV unit, but it requires an account with BOTH WebTV and Compu-Net. Follow the directions
below to configure WebTV to dial Compu-Net.
Step 1. From your WebTV home page, select "Setup" from the sidebar.
Step 2. In Setup, select "Dialing."
Step 3. From this dialing options page, choose "Use Your ISP." If you do not
have the "Use your ISP" option, contact Customer Care at 1-800-GO-WEBTV to activate OpenISP.
Step 4. Read the information about OpenISP and select "Continue."
Step 5. Continue reading, and select "Continue."
Step 6. Continue reading. and select "Continue."
Step 7. Enter your Compu-Net account info:
Click the checkbox to activate OpenISP. Fill in the rest as follows:
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Server provider name
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Compu-Net
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Login Name
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yourusername
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Password
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yourpassword
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For the modem and backup number, choose your local Compu-Net number from our
Access
Number List. Click "Done".
Step 8. WebTV hangs up and reconnects. Read the information screen and select "Use
ISP."
Step 9. Internet terminal connects to the WebTV Network. A confirmation
screen will summarize your choice and provide you with the option to use Compu-Net or use
WebTV. Selecting "Use your ISP" will cause the WebTV Internet Terminal to redial using
Compu-Net's local access number. Your WebTV is now setup to allow you to dial Compu-Net for
your internet connection, enjoy.
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