This article describes how to manually configure an iMac, or other Power Macintosh computer using the Remote Access control panel, to connect to an Internet service provider using the point to point protocol (PPP). Note that the PPP control panel functionality has been incorporated into the Remote Access control panel.

1. Open the Modem control panel.

2. Make sure the port is set to the "Internal Modem" at the top of the window next to Connect via.

3. Select the "iMac Internal 56k" modem for the Modem pop up menu.

4. Select sound on or off and the proper type of Dialing ( tone or pulse).

5. Open the TCP/IP control panel and select PPP in the Connect via pop up menu .

6. Select the type of IP addressing ( using PPP server or manually ) in the Configure pop up menu.

7. Enter the correct Name Server Address and the correct Search Domain for your ISP ( if configuring manually you must also enter the IP address assigned to you).

8. Open the Remote Access control panel.

9. Enter the user name, password and dial up phone number which should be provided by your ISP.

If there are any problems, try opening the AppleTalk control panel and set the Connect Via choice to Remote Only and try connecting again. If it still fails to connect, contact your ISP for further troubleshooting.