1. What you need...

The minimum requirements for your computer system to establish a Tulalip Broadband connection:

Windows Operating System

• Supported operating systems: Windows XP Service Pack 2 or Windows 2000 Service Pack 4
• Limited support for: Windows 98, Millenium and XP Service Pack 1
• No support for Windows 95, Windows NT 4.0
• Network Interface Card (NIC) -10Base10 Ethernet Adapter, with correct TCP/IP drivers installed

MacIntosh

• MacOS 8.0 or higher
• Network Interface Card (NIC) -10Base10 Ethernet Adapter, with correct TCP/IP drivers installed

2. What you can expect

The installer will visit your home or office and install your cable modem. They will make sure that the cable connection to your home is working correctly and that the cable modem gets a connection. Be sure to leave your cable modem turned on at all times, even when you turn your computer off. It allows the Cable Company to make sure that there is a solid connection to your home.

Network Interface Card (NIC)

Also known as a Network Interface Card, Ethernet Card, 10BaseT Ethernet Adapter, or 10BaseT Card. If you do not already have one installed, you must obtain and install an Ethernet card before a high-speed connection can be made. NIC cards are available at most local computer stores.