Rice-Level 3 Dialup for Windows 2000
Rice University has partnered with Level 3 Communications to provide robust local dialup Internet service in Houston and dozens of US cities and towns. This document describes how to obtain a Rice-Level 3 Dialup Account, and how to configure your PC with Windows 2000 to use Rice-Level 3 Dialup.
Requirements
To use Rice-Level 3 Dialup and these instructions, you will need:
- An IBM-PC Compatible computer with a telephone modem
- Access to a standard analog telephone line
- The Windows 2000 Operating System
- A Rice-Level 3 Dialup Account
If you have a different computer or operating system, please check for another document for your computer and operating system.
How to Get a Rice-Level 3 Dialup Account
Rice-Level 3 Dialup accounts are available to all current Rice University faculty, staff and students. To apply for a Rice-Level 3 Dialup account, use a web browser to visit
and follow the Account Application link to apply for an account. If you already have a NetID or LOLA (Local Owl-Linked) password, you will use that password for your dialup connection. If you do not have a NetID or LOLA password, you will be prompted to create one when you apply for the Rice-Level 3 Dialup account.
What Phone Number Do I Use?
Rice-Level 3 offers local dialup numbers throughout the continental US. To find the number for your area, visit the Apply web site:
and log in with your NetID or LOLA password, then go to Account Maintenance, Dialup Phonebook. This page will allow you to search Level 3 local phone numbers by state. If you plan to travel and use Rice-Level 3 local dialup, you should print out the numbers for your destination to simplify the connection process.
At this time, the following phone numbers are used in the Houston metro area. However, these numbers may change. Please consult the Apply web site for the latest phone numbers.
| 281-668-4688 281-968-4336 281-667-4300 281-915-4340 281-377-4254 832-772-4138 832-514-4371 281-573-0066 281-622-4257 832-497-4140 281-241-4281 832-769-4456 281-816-4281 832-838-4139 281-466-4474 832-495-4914 281-973-4302 281-394-4349 832-529-4034 713-893-4584 832-685-4247 281-305-4365 832-604-4093 832-261-4141 281-456-4338 832-735-6021 281-306-4157 832-539-4239 281-201-4209 281-205-4430 832-789-5035 832-626-4034 |
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First Time Setup of your PC with Windows 2000
To connect with your Rice-Level 3 Dialup account, you need to set up a connection on your computer.
(1) First, open Start, Settings, Network and Dialup Connections:
(2) Double click the Make New Connection icon:
(3) Click Next to set up your connection:
(4) Click the Dialup to the Internet button, then click Next:
(5) Click the I want to set up my Internet connection manually... button, then click Next:
(6) Click the I connect through a phone line and a modem button, then click Next:
(7) Uncheck the box Use area code and dialing rules, then enter a local number for the Level 3 dialup service in the Telephone number field. For a list of numbers, see the top of this document or the Dialup Phonebook on the Apply web site.
(8) Enter your Rice username in the User name field. For most members of the Rice community, the username comes before the @ in the e-mail address. For example, if your e-mail address is hello@rice.edu, you username is hello. Then enter your password in the Password field. This is your NetID or LOLA password. Click Next.
(9) Enter a name for the connection in the Connection name field, such as Rice-Level 3 Dialup:
(10) You may be prompted to set up an e-mail account; please click No. Finish the connection wizard by clicking the Finish button:
Connect to Rice-Level Dialup
When you are ready to connect to Rice with the Rice-Level 3 Dialup connection, go to Start, Settings, Network and Dialup Connections. Click the Rice-Level 3 Dialup icon:
Then click the Dial button. You may change or re-enter your username and password at this time, if needed.
Your computer will dial the modem:
You should connect within 30-90 seconds:
Click OK to minimize the connection window. A connection status icon will appear in the Windows task bar, next to the clock:
Disconnect from Rice-Level 3 Dialup
When you finish with your Rice-Level 3 Dialup connection, double-click the task bar icon shown above, then click the Disconnect button:
Changing the Phone Number
When you move or travel, you may need to change the phone number for your Rice-Level 3 Dialup connection. Before you leave for your travel or move the computer, check the Dialup Phonebook on the Apply web site:
You can search for local phone numbers by state. It would be a good idea to print out a copy of the local phone numbers for your destinations, so you will have them on hand.
When you are ready to change the phone number, open Start, Settings, Network and Dialup Connections. Right-click the Rice-Level 3 Dialup icon and click Properties.
Enter the new phone number in the Phone number field, then click OK:
If you need to frequently switch between commonly used numbers, you can set up separate connection icons with different phone numbers. Use the Make New Connection icon in the Network and Dialup Connections window to create a new connection per the steps above, and specify the new phone number during setup. Give the connection a unique name (like Rice-Level 3 Dialup Chicago) so you can keep your different connection icons in order.
Removing Old Connection Icons
To remove old connection icons, such as the icon for your old Rice modem pool connection, simply open Start, Settings, Network and Dialup Connections, click the connection icon you wish to remove, then press the Del key on your keyboard. You may also click and drag the old connection to your Recycle Bin.
For More Help
If you need help with the connection set-up process, please call xHELP (x4357, or 713-348-4357 from off-campus). You may also request assistance from http://helpdesk.rice.edu or via e-mail at helpdesk@rice.edu.
