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Configuring Internet Explorer to work with Mac OS 9 and AT&T Worldnet Service
A known incompatibility with the AT&T Worldnet co-branded version of Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.5 and Mac OS 9 has prompted us to deliver a quality alternative software solution. The file os9iesetup.sea.hqx that you will download, when run, will configure the Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.5 and Outlook Express 4.5 that you already have on your Mac which is running Mac OS 9. You can use it to become a new member of AT&T Worldnet Service or, if you are already an AT&T Worldnet member, you can use it to restore your account settings or move your account to another computer.
This product is fully supported by AT&T Worldnet Service Customer Care. You'll find all of your support options on the AT&T Worldnet Contact Us page.
Most of this process is automated, but there are several important steps that require manual configuration. For best results, we suggest you read all of the following instructions and print this document and all relevant linked documents.
The minimum system requirements to install and run this software successfully are:
- A PowerPC processor based Macintosh;
- Mac OS 9.0 or higher;
- 40 megabytes (MB) of random-access memory (RAM) with Virtual Memory on (at least 32MB must be physical RAM);
- Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.5 or higher installed;
- Microsoft Outlook Express 4.5 or higher installed;
- 5MB of hard disk space for installation
- A 14.4 kbps modem or faster; and
- StuffIt Expander software to decompress the downloaded file. For more information on StuffIt Expander or to download a shareware version of the software, please visit the Aladdin Web page. (Hint: if you go to this link, use your browser's Back button to return to this page.)
Getting the Browser Package
The file is about 1.3MB in size. We estimate the download will take about 3 minutes using a 56 kbps modem, about 7 minutes using a 28.8 kbps modem, and 13 minutes using a 14.4 kbps modem. Your times may vary.
Installation Instructions
- Instructions for New AT&T Worldnet Customers.
- Instructions for Existing AT&T Worldnet Members.
- Moving an AT&T Worldnet Account to Another Macintosh.
Instructions for New AT&T Worldnet Customers
How new customers can configure their Microsoft Internet Explorer and Outlook Express with AT&T Worldnet Service.
- When your modem is plugged in and ready, double-click the Install AT&T Worldnet Service icon.
- Follow the instructions to complete the installation. The installer will install the AT&T Worldnet Service registration access kit on PowerPC Macs running Mac OS 9 and that have Internet Explorer 4.5 and Outlook Express 4.5 installed (this is standard on Macs with Mac OS 9). A Restart will follow the installation.
- After the Restart has completed, the AT&T Worldnet Service registration access kit will automatically be open. The kit will dial your modem, launch Microsoft Internet Explorer, and connect you with the secure AT&T Worldnet Service registration server, where you can proceed with the simple registration process.
- During registration, you'll be asked for the following information:
- Your name and address
- The registration code (one may appear on the page that this software was downloaded from), this can be left blank
- Your desired e-mail name and e-mail password
- Your security word (preferably different than your e-mail password)
- Your preferred billing plan. Supply the necessary information, and when finished, the server will automatically create your AT&T Worldnet account and set up your computer's system software for use with Internet Explorer 4.5 and Outlook Express 4.5. You will be prompted to Restart the Mac one more time.
After the Restart has completed, you will now be ready to connect to AT&T Worldnet Service using the FreePPP Dialer and Microsoft Internet Explorer.
Instructions for Existing AT&T Worldnet Members
How existing Worldnet members can configure their Microsoft Internet Explorer and Outlook Express with AT&T Worldnet Service.
- When your modem is plugged in and ready, double-click the Install AT&T Worldnet Service icon.
- Follow the instructions to complete the installation. The installer will install AT&T Worldnet Service registration access kit on PowerPC Macs running Mac OS 9 and that have Internet Explorer 4.5 and Outlook Express 4.5 installed (this is standard on Macs with Mac OS 9). A Restart will follow the installation.
- After the Restart has completed, the AT&T Worldnet Service registration access kit will automatically be open. The kit will dial your modem, launch Microsoft Internet Explorer, and connect you with the secure AT&T Worldnet Service registration server, where you can access the AutoRestore feature. This will enable you to set up Internet Explorer 4.5 and Outlook Express 4.5 software for use with your existing AT&T Worldnet Service account.
- Once the browser has loaded the registration server page, click the Retrieve Settings button.
- The server will request some pertinent information regarding your account. Supply the necessary information, and when finished, the server will automatically reconfigure your computer for use with your AT&T Worldnet Service account. You will be prompted to Restart the Mac one more time.
- After the Restart has completed, you will now be ready to connect to AT&T Worldnet Service using the FreePPP Dialer and Microsoft Internet Explorer.
Moving an AT&T Worldnet Account to Another Macintosh
An AT&T Worldnet Service account may be used on more than one computer only under specific conditions. Check the Terms and Conditions on the AT&T Worldnet Service page and view the detailed terms concerning the service plan you selected and the conditions for use on multiple computers.
To move your account to another computer, follow the instructions given in Section II above on using the AutoRestore feature.
Need Additional Help?
If you can't find the answers you need, please try:
- The help file for the application you are using.
- Our FAQs.
- The AT&T Worldnet Help Newsgroups.