Win8 system connection to the Internet problem summary

        To use Windows 8 or Windows RT, to connect to the Internet, you need an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and some hardware:

ISP. An ISP is a company that provides you with Internet access. Registering an account with an ISP is like registering a phone service or utility. The ISP is usually a telephone company (for DSL or fiber optic connections) or a TV provider (for cable or satellite connections).

Hardware. For broadband connections (such as DSL, fiber or cable connections), you will need a broadband modem. When you register for a broadband account, this device may be included in the initial hardware provided by your ISP. If you want multiple computers to share Internet access, you also need a router (a device that routes traffic between two networks, such as between a home network and the Internet). For dial-up connections, you need to use a dial-up modem.

Installing hardware for broadband (DSL, fiber, cable or satellite) connections These steps may vary depending on the device you are using.

Using Broadband (DSL, Fiber, Cable or Satellite) Connections

After you have your ISP and connected your hardware, you may already be connected to the Internet. To find out if you are connected to the Internet, open a web browser and try to access a website. If the website cannot be displayed, please follow these steps:

Connect to the network by swiping from the right edge of the screen to the middle and clicking "Settings" (if using the mouse, point to the top right corner of the screen, then Move the pointer down, click "Settings"), and then tap or click the network icon. Tap or click the network you want to connect to, and then tap or click Connect.

Connecting to the Internet with Mobile Broadband

With mobile broadband technology (also known as Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) technology), you can connect to the Internet when you are outside the range of common wired or wireless networks. To use mobile broadband, you need to use hardware (built-in or external) that supports mobile broadband, as well as data traffic plans from mobile broadband providers.

Setting up a mobile broadband connection for the first time

1. Activate your Subscriber Identification (SIM) card and the mobile broadband service for that SIM card. The mobile operator or device retailer will provide you with information on how to do this.

2. If you have an external data card, be sure to insert it correctly into the computer according to the manufacturer's instructions and make sure the wireless switch is turned on. The wireless switch is usually located on the front, side or back of a laptop or tablet.

3. View the list of available networks by swiping from the right edge of the screen to the middle and clicking on "Settings" (if using the mouse, point to the top right corner of the screen, then move the pointer down, then Click "Settings"), then click or click the network icon.

4. Long press or right-click on the name of the mobile broadband network, change any automatic connection settings that need to be changed, and then tap or click Connect.

5. If prompted, select or enter an access point name (APN) or access string, username, and password. (You can find this in the information that comes with your mobile broadband hardware or mobile broadband service.) Win8e's 800 million network prompts, you may also be able to purchase the package offered by the provider on this screen.

6. Click or click "Next".

Connecting to the Internet using Mobile Broadband

1. View the list of available networks by swiping from the right edge of the screen to the middle and clicking on “Settings” (if you use the mouse, point to the screen) In the upper right corner, then move the pointer down, then click "Settings", then click or click the network icon.

2. Tap or click the name of the mobile broadband network, then follow the on-screen Step operation.

Changing Profile Properties for Mobile Broadband Connections

To change connection profile properties (such as access point name (APN), access string, username, password, or auto connect settings), Follow these steps:

1. View the list of available networks by swiping from the right edge of the screen to the middle and clicking on "Settings" (if using the mouse, point to the top right corner of the screen and then Move the pointer down, click "Settings"), and then tap or click the network icon.

2. Press or right-click on the mobile broadband network, tap or click View Connection Properties, and then tap or click the Profiles tab.

3. Change the APN or access string, username, and password as needed. (You can find these in the information that comes with your mobile broadband hardware or service.)

4. Under "Automatically connect," you can choose one or both of the following options: (Automatically connect, allow data Roaming)

Changing the roaming properties of a mobile broadband connection

1. View the list of available networks by swiping from the right edge of the screen to the middle and clicking "Settings" (if using a mouse, Point to the top right corner of the screen, then move the pointer down, click Settings, and then tap or click the network icon.

2. Press or right-click on the mobile broadband network, tap or click View Connection Properties, and then tap or click the Roaming tab. (The Roaming tab is only available when you are roaming.)

3. To allow Windows to automatically select a network, select Auto Select (Recommended). Alternatively, you can select a network name from the list and click or click "Register".

Note: If Windows cannot connect to the network you specified, it will automatically revert to "Auto Select".