Wireless Setup Guide
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... a wireless PC Card to record this information. During router configuration, use the table below to add wireless capability. Search for Microsoft Windows XP by visiting Microsoft Windows Update at http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com. TIP: If you did not buy a wireless-enabled notebook, you... begin the procedures in this booklet. The instructions in this booklet are for wireless computers using Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional. Your Internet service provider ...
... a wireless PC Card to record this information. During router configuration, use the table below to add wireless capability. Search for Microsoft Windows XP by visiting Microsoft Windows Update at http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com. TIP: If you did not buy a wireless-enabled notebook, you... begin the procedures in this booklet. The instructions in this booklet are for wireless computers using Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional. Your Internet service provider ...
Wireless Setup Guide
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...you cannot access a Web site, repeat steps 1 5 During router configuration, check whether the wireless router security level is on, turn on the computer according to the wireless icon is set to the manufacturer's instructions. Important: If you encounter problems at any time during...the cable.) DSL Modem Internet or Router Ethernet Cable (shown in green) Wireless Router Cable Modem Network connections with router Ethernet cable temporarily connected (jack locations vary) PROGRESS CHECK 4 Configure the wireless router according to Disable, WEP, through 5, or contact your or WPA...
...you cannot access a Web site, repeat steps 1 5 During router configuration, check whether the wireless router security level is on, turn on the computer according to the wireless icon is set to the manufacturer's instructions. Important: If you encounter problems at any time during...the cable.) DSL Modem Internet or Router Ethernet Cable (shown in green) Wireless Router Cable Modem Network connections with router Ethernet cable temporarily connected (jack locations vary) PROGRESS CHECK 4 Configure the wireless router according to Disable, WEP, through 5, or contact your or WPA...
Wireless Setup Guide
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...box for Enable IEEE 802.11x authentication for technical assistance. PROGRESS CHECK If you successfully complete step 4, your network. Complete the wireless network Now that you've set up correctly. Important: If you want to add to have problems accessing a Web site, ... by opening your Web browser and accessing a Web site. 5 Connect and configure any additional wireless-enabled computers or other devices, including wired devices, that correspond with wireless notebooks and wired desktop PROGRESS CHECK If you successfully complete step 6, all computers on your network can access a ...
...box for Enable IEEE 802.11x authentication for technical assistance. PROGRESS CHECK If you successfully complete step 4, your network. Complete the wireless network Now that you've set up correctly. Important: If you want to add to have problems accessing a Web site, ... by opening your Web browser and accessing a Web site. 5 Connect and configure any additional wireless-enabled computers or other devices, including wired devices, that correspond with wireless notebooks and wired desktop PROGRESS CHECK If you successfully complete step 6, all computers on your network can access a ...
Wireless Setup Guide
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...email attachments, and other network device that automatically assigns TCP/IP network settings (IP address, DNS, default wireless gateway) to any device that provides a wireless link between a wireless-enabled device and a wired network. d Change the SSID. broadband-An always-on all computers in your ...; Firewall software also can be easily associated with your doors unlocked, so don't venture into IP addresses. b Right-click Wireless Network Connection and select Properties. (The Properties window is capable of handling large amounts of Web sites into cyberspace without security....
...email attachments, and other network device that automatically assigns TCP/IP network settings (IP address, DNS, default wireless gateway) to any device that provides a wireless link between a wireless-enabled device and a wired network. d Change the SSID. broadband-An always-on all computers in your ...; Firewall software also can be easily associated with your doors unlocked, so don't venture into IP addresses. b Right-click Wireless Network Connection and select Properties. (The Properties window is capable of handling large amounts of Web sites into cyberspace without security....
Wireless Setup Guide
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... from public places known as coolspots. SSID (Services Set Identifier)-The name you . In some locales, hotspots are uncertain of wireless devices may apply aboard airplanes, in addition to the Internet. Check with each location for hotspots? firewall-Security measures that provides ...to data transport. PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet)-A type of broadband connection that applies to the use of a wireless device, please ask for authorization to go outside and experience the freedom and flexibility of hotspots near explosives, and in hazardous locations...
... from public places known as coolspots. SSID (Services Set Identifier)-The name you . In some locales, hotspots are uncertain of wireless devices may apply aboard airplanes, in addition to the Internet. Check with each location for hotspots? firewall-Security measures that provides ...to data transport. PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet)-A type of broadband connection that applies to the use of a wireless device, please ask for authorization to go outside and experience the freedom and flexibility of hotspots near explosives, and in hazardous locations...
Wireless Setup Guide
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...) is connected to communicate among 802.11 products. WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access)-A specificationbased, interoperable wireless security feature for 802.11 wireless network technology that includes a wireless access point and may include an Ethernet hub and other devices within a network. WEP (Wired Equivalent....11b hotspots Broadest availability Compatible with the computer, and at http://www.hp.com/go/wireless, on number-sequence encryption. wireless LAN (WLAN)-A system of wireless security provided by Wi-Fi, based on the Documentation CD included with 802.11b and ...
...) is connected to communicate among 802.11 products. WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access)-A specificationbased, interoperable wireless security feature for 802.11 wireless network technology that includes a wireless access point and may include an Ethernet hub and other devices within a network. WEP (Wired Equivalent....11b hotspots Broadest availability Compatible with the computer, and at http://www.hp.com/go/wireless, on number-sequence encryption. wireless LAN (WLAN)-A system of wireless security provided by Wi-Fi, based on the Documentation CD included with 802.11b and ...
Modem and Local Area Network - Windows Vista
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Index C cable LAN 8 modem 2 country-specific modem cable adapter 3 L local area network (LAN) cable required 8 connecting cable 8 M modem cable connecting 2 country-specific cable adapter 3 noise suppression circuitry 1 modem software setting/adding location 4 travel connection problems 6 N network cable 8 noise suppression circuitry, modem cable 1 S software, modem 4 T troubleshooting modem 6 W wireless network (WLAN) 8 See also local area network (LAN) 10 Index ENWW
Index C cable LAN 8 modem 2 country-specific modem cable adapter 3 L local area network (LAN) cable required 8 connecting cable 8 M modem cable connecting 2 country-specific cable adapter 3 noise suppression circuitry 1 modem software setting/adding location 4 travel connection problems 6 N network cable 8 noise suppression circuitry, modem cable 1 S software, modem 4 T troubleshooting modem 6 W wireless network (WLAN) 8 See also local area network (LAN) 10 Index ENWW
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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Table of contents 1 Integrated wireless devices 2 Wireless controls Wireless button ...3 Wireless Assistant software (select models only 4 Operating system controls ...4 3 Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) 4 WLAN devices (select models only) Identifying a WLAN device ...7 Setting up a WLAN in your home ...8 Connecting to a WLAN in your home 9 Connecting to a public or corporate WLAN 9 Using wireless security features ...10 5 WWAN devices (select models only) Index ...12 ENWW iii
Table of contents 1 Integrated wireless devices 2 Wireless controls Wireless button ...3 Wireless Assistant software (select models only 4 Operating system controls ...4 3 Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) 4 WLAN devices (select models only) Identifying a WLAN device ...7 Setting up a WLAN in your home ...8 Connecting to a WLAN in your home 9 Connecting to a public or corporate WLAN 9 Using wireless security features ...10 5 WWAN devices (select models only) Index ...12 ENWW iii
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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...across radio waves instead of each mobile device communicates to other devices, and devices must be several hundred feet away. ● Wireless wide area network (WWAN) device-Provides access to information anytime and anywhere you have cellular (data) coverage. Your computer may... a public carrier's base station. In a WLAN, each device communicates directly with a wireless access point, which can be relatively close together- For more of base stations (similar to as wireless networks, wireless LANs, or WLANs) in corporate offices, your home, and public places such as computers...
...across radio waves instead of each mobile device communicates to other devices, and devices must be several hundred feet away. ● Wireless wide area network (WWAN) device-Provides access to information anytime and anywhere you have cellular (data) coverage. Your computer may... a public carrier's base station. In a WLAN, each device communicates directly with a wireless access point, which can be relatively close together- For more of base stations (similar to as wireless networks, wireless LANs, or WLANs) in corporate offices, your home, and public places such as computers...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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2 Wireless controls You can control the wireless devices in your computer using one of three methods: ● Wireless button or wireless switch (referred to as wireless button) ● Wireless Assistant software (select models only) ● Operating system controls (setup utility) 2 Chapter 2 Wireless controls ENWW
2 Wireless controls You can control the wireless devices in your computer using one of three methods: ● Wireless button or wireless switch (referred to as wireless button) ● Wireless Assistant software (select models only) ● Operating system controls (setup utility) 2 Chapter 2 Wireless controls ENWW
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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... wireless devices are turned off. Wireless button The computer has a wireless button, one or more wireless devices, and one wireless device is turned on model. NOTE On some models, the wireless light is amber when all wireless devices are turned off the wireless devices simultaneously. Individual wireless devices can use the wireless button to turn off . ENWW Wireless button 3 If the wireless...
... wireless devices are turned off. Wireless button The computer has a wireless button, one or more wireless devices, and one wireless device is turned on model. NOTE On some models, the wireless light is amber when all wireless devices are turned off the wireless devices simultaneously. Individual wireless devices can use the wireless button to turn off . ENWW Wireless button 3 If the wireless...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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... been disabled in the Windows Mobility For more information about Wireless Assistant: 1. To view the state of the wireless devices, click the Wireless Assistant icon Center. For more information, refer to the Wireless Assistant online Help. Operating system controls Some operating systems and... 2. NOTE Enabling or turning on a wireless device does not automatically connect the computer to manage integrated wireless devices and the wireless connection. Once a wireless device is enabled, it can be turned on or off using Wireless Assistant. For more information, refer to ...
... been disabled in the Windows Mobility For more information about Wireless Assistant: 1. To view the state of the wireless devices, click the Wireless Assistant icon Center. For more information, refer to the Wireless Assistant online Help. Operating system controls Some operating systems and... 2. NOTE Enabling or turning on a wireless device does not automatically connect the computer to manage integrated wireless devices and the wireless connection. Once a wireless device is enabled, it can be turned on or off using Wireless Assistant. For more information, refer to ...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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... (select models only) A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that allows you to set up a PAN of Bluetooth devices. ENWW 5 Bluetooth devices provide peer-to the Bluetooth ... information on configuring and using Bluetooth devices, refer to -peer capability that traditionally link electronic devices such as ● Network access points. ● Computers (desktop, notebook, PDA). ● Phones (cellular, cordless, smart phone). ● Imaging devices (printer, camera). ● Audio devices (headset, speakers).
... (select models only) A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that allows you to set up a PAN of Bluetooth devices. ENWW 5 Bluetooth devices provide peer-to the Bluetooth ... information on configuring and using Bluetooth devices, refer to -peer capability that traditionally link electronic devices such as ● Network access points. ● Computers (desktop, notebook, PDA). ● Phones (cellular, cordless, smart phone). ● Imaging devices (printer, camera). ● Audio devices (headset, speakers).
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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...to share an Internet connection, a printer, and files without requiring additional pieces of other computers and accessories linked by a wireless router or a wireless access point. NOTE 802.11a is backward compatible with 802.11b devices, so they can separate critical network functions. ...9679; A home or small office WLAN typically uses a wireless router, which is composed of hardware or software. NOTE The terms wireless access point and wireless router are often used interchangeably. ● A large-scale WLAN, such as a corporate or ...
...to share an Internet connection, a printer, and files without requiring additional pieces of other computers and accessories linked by a wireless router or a wireless access point. NOTE 802.11a is backward compatible with 802.11b devices, so they can separate critical network functions. ...9679; A home or small office WLAN typically uses a wireless router, which is composed of hardware or software. NOTE The terms wireless access point and wireless router are often used interchangeably. ● A large-scale WLAN, such as a corporate or ...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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... such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Identifying a WLAN device To set up your wireless network, identify that the integrated WLAN device is not properly installed. You may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN, or 802.11. Select Start > Computer > System properties tab. 2. Identify the WLAN device from the...
... such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Identifying a WLAN device To set up your wireless network, identify that the integrated WLAN device is not properly installed. You may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN, or 802.11. Select Start > Computer > System properties tab. 2. Identify the WLAN device from the...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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...WLAN, contact your router manufacturer or your ISP. 8 Chapter 4 WLAN devices (select models only) ENWW As your network grows, additional wireless and wired computers can be connected to the network to access the Internet. Setting up a WLAN in your home, you need the following... modem (either DSL or cable) (1) and high-speed Internet service purchased from an Internet service provider (ISP) ● A wireless router (purchased separately) (2) ● The wireless computer (3) The illustration below shows an example of a wireless network installation that is connected to the Internet.
...WLAN, contact your router manufacturer or your ISP. 8 Chapter 4 WLAN devices (select models only) ENWW As your network grows, additional wireless and wired computers can be connected to the network to access the Internet. Setting up a WLAN in your home, you need the following... modem (either DSL or cable) (1) and high-speed Internet service purchased from an Internet service provider (ISP) ● A wireless router (purchased separately) (2) ● The wireless computer (3) The illustration below shows an example of a wireless network installation that is connected to the Internet.
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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...use the Connect to a network option to connect your computer to a WLAN: ● Verify that the WLAN device is amber when all wireless devices are turned off , turn on connecting your computer to a WLAN in your home 9 Contact your network administrator or IT department for ...corporate WLAN. For more information about using a WLAN, each public WLAN location for cost and connection requirements. NOTE On some models, the wireless light is turned on. Web sites that your router is on WLAN implementation, router manufacturer, and interference from your ISP and the documentation included...
...use the Connect to a network option to connect your computer to a WLAN: ● Verify that the WLAN device is amber when all wireless devices are turned off , turn on connecting your computer to a WLAN in your home 9 Contact your network administrator or IT department for ...corporate WLAN. For more information about using a WLAN, each public WLAN location for cost and connection requirements. NOTE On some models, the wireless light is turned on. Web sites that your router is on WLAN implementation, router manufacturer, and interference from your ISP and the documentation included...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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Using wireless security features When you should use one or more information about WLAN security, refer to protect your Web browser. The most common security levels are ... set up a home WLAN or access an existing public WLAN, always enable security features to the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com/go/ wireless (English only). 10 Chapter 4 WLAN devices (select models only) ENWW
Using wireless security features When you should use one or more information about WLAN security, refer to protect your Web browser. The most common security levels are ... set up a home WLAN or access an existing public WLAN, always enable security features to the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com/go/ wireless (English only). 10 Chapter 4 WLAN devices (select models only) ENWW
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Index B Bluetooth device 5 C corporate WLAN connection 9 H home setup of WLAN 8 I Internet connection setup 8 P public WLAN connection 9 S security wireless 10 W wireless button 2 wireless controls button 2 light 2 wireless device wireless network 1 wireless light 2 wireless network description 1 wireless network (WLAN) corporate WLAN connection 9 equipment needed 8 functional range 9 home connection 9 public WLAN connection 9 security 10 WLAN 6 See also wireless network WWAN 11 See also wireless network 12 Index ENWW
Index B Bluetooth device 5 C corporate WLAN connection 9 H home setup of WLAN 8 I Internet connection setup 8 P public WLAN connection 9 S security wireless 10 W wireless button 2 wireless controls button 2 light 2 wireless device wireless network 1 wireless light 2 wireless network description 1 wireless network (WLAN) corporate WLAN connection 9 equipment needed 8 functional range 9 home connection 9 public WLAN connection 9 security 10 WLAN 6 See also wireless network WWAN 11 See also wireless network 12 Index ENWW