After Installing System 8 or 8.1 Software, or recieving a new computer with either of these loaded onto it, you will eventually want to configure your Macintosh for connecting to the internet. These instructions will guide you through this process. Fortunately, Macintosh System 8 and above virtually do it for you. All you have to do is enter the correct information.


  • The first step is to locate the Internet Setup Assistant. This item should be in the Macintosh HD "Assistants" folder.
  • If you cannot find it, Search for it using "Find File" in either the "File" or "Apple" Menus.
  • Open the Internet Setup Assistant.
  • The "Introduction" window
    • It will ask you if you want to register with a new ISP or update. Choose "Update".
    • Read the information that comes up. All of the information that the Internet Setup Assistant asks for is provided on this page.
  • The "Internet Configuration" window
    • Select "Add an Internet Configuration".
  • The "Configuration name and Connection type" window
    • Name the configuartion: Wpnet
    • Since this page is for connecting to "Wpnet" from a modem connection, select "Modem" at the bottom of the window. If you are attemptimg to connect over a network, consult your Network Administrator.
  • The "Modem Settings" window
    • You must select the type of modem you are using. See the documentation that came with your modem. Usually any README files in the modem software will have the type of modem to select in this step.
    • Next, choose the port that your modem is connected to. If it is an internal modem, select "Modem Port" from the drag down menu. If you are not sure which port your modem is connected to, look at where it is connected on the back of the computer and consult the manual that came with your Macintosh. Usually, the "Modem Port" will do.
    • Next, select the type of phone line you are using. In most cases, "Tone" will do. If you are not sure what type of phone line you are using, contact your phone company.
  • The "Connection Information" window
    • The phone number for this connection is 595-3536. Out of area dialers will need to use this number: 1-973-595-3536.
    • Next, enter the login name that you recieved. If you need this information, you must go to the Atrium Printer Room, #122. You will this information to continue.
    • Next, you must enter your password that you received with your login name. Yo do not have to enter this password. If you do not however, you must enter it every time you wish to connect. this is usefull if you wish to restrict access to this connection.
  • The "IP Adress" window
    • Your Wpnet connection does not assign you an ip adress so select "No".
  • The "Domain Name Servers" window
    • The DNS adress is 149.151.1.9 (enter this number exactly, including decimals!)
    • The DNS adress is: wpunj.edu
  • The "Email adress and password" window (This step is not neccesary)
    • There is no reason to enter this information.
  • The "Email account and Host Computer" window
    • Wpnet does not provide this service, so skip this step. If you wish to recieve email, you must get a terminal program like NCSA telnet or BetterTelnetFat or use your internet web browser (netscape or internter Explorer) or an email program like Eudora or Claris Emailer.
      • The "Newsgroup Host Computer" window
    • Wpnet does not offer Newsgroup services so skip this step.
  • You are now done configuring the Wpnet Comkit for Macintosh System 8 and up. You can choose to connect from the Internet Setup Assistant when it finishes updating your configuration, or you can choose to add another configuration.

Macintosh Comkit | System 7 | William Paterson
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