iPassConnect 2.3.9 for Macintosh Users Guide

Introduction iPassConnect 2.3.9 for Macintosh User’s Guide© 2008 iPass Inc. 4 Introduction iPassConnect™ is an easy-to-use desktop client that allows remote users to connect to the Internet through iPass’ worldwide network of providers. Within this guide, you will find information on system requirements, installation instructions, client …
Operating System Requirements • Mac OS 10.4 (Tiger) or 10.5 (Leopard) • BSD subsystem must be installed Installation Instructions To install iPassConnect: 1. Download the software installation package from your company intranet or service provider Web site. 2. Double-click the downloaded file. 3. Follow the displayed directions. You should also make sure that your connectivity device (modem or broadband adapter) has been properly installed and configured on your computer before attempting to connect to the iPass network. Consult your documentation for details… Getting Connected Your connection procedure depends on which connection type you are attempting to establish. IPassConnect supports the following connection types: • Modem • PHS • ISDN • Wired broadband • Wireless broadband You should have the appropriate hardware installed on your Mac before attempting to connect. For example, a wired broadband connection requires an Ethernet card and cable for your computer. See System Requirements , on page 4, for details. Searching the Phonebook iPassConnect allows you to search for a nearby access point to connect to, by entering geographical search criteria. For instance, you can search for all access points in a country, in a state of that country, or a city in a given state. The more search criteria you enter, the narrower your search will be. For a dial-up connection, you can also search for all access points in an area code. Before connecting, you should make sure your preferences are set properly. If you’re using a dial-up connection, like modem or ISDN, you should pay particular attention to your modem and dial settings. See Advanced Features , on page 10, for options to make your connection even quicker and easier. Connecting by Modem iPassConnect supports most standard modems. To connect using a modem connection: 1. Select the Modem tab. 2. On the Modem tab, search for an access point to connect to: 3. Select a country, state, and city as search criteria from the drop-down lists. (The more search criteria you select, the narrower your search will be.) a. Alternately, enter the area code to search on. 4. The search results that match your criteria are displayed showing City, Phone Number, Connection Speed, and hourly connection rate. (Note that some organizations turn off the display of hourly connection rate for their users.) 5. Select an access point and click Connect .
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