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... Area Network (Select Models Only 11-3 Connecting Your Wireless Notebook to a Corporate WLAN 11-4 Connecting Your Wireless Notebook to a Public WLAN 11-4 Setting Up a WLAN in Your Home 11-5 Using a WLAN Connection 11-6 Using Wireless Security Features 11-7 Installing Wireless Software (Optional 11-8 Troubleshooting Devices 11-10 Bluetooth (Select Models Only 11-11 Device Power States...
... Area Network (Select Models Only 11-3 Connecting Your Wireless Notebook to a Corporate WLAN 11-4 Connecting Your Wireless Notebook to a Public WLAN 11-4 Setting Up a WLAN in Your Home 11-5 Using a WLAN Connection 11-6 Using Wireless Security Features 11-7 Installing Wireless Software (Optional 11-8 Troubleshooting Devices 11-10 Bluetooth (Select Models Only 11-11 Device Power States...
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Blinking: The notebook is on . (Continued) Hardware and Software Guide 1-1 On: An integrated wireless device has been turned on . 1 Component ID Top Components Lights Component 1 Power/standby lights (2) 2 Wireless lights (2) Description On: The notebook is in standby mode.
Blinking: The notebook is on . (Continued) Hardware and Software Guide 1-1 On: An integrated wireless device has been turned on . 1 Component ID Top Components Lights Component 1 Power/standby lights (2) 2 Wireless lights (2) Description On: The notebook is in standby mode.
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... and disables the WLAN and Bluetooth® devices. Turns on . For information about using wireless features, see the "Power Options" section in Chapter 11, "Wireless." For information about changing the functions of power features, see the "Device Power States" ... Display switch* 4 Wireless button* 5 Presentation mode button Description Initiates standby if the display is closed while the notebook is turned on Presentation mode. 6 Volume mute button Turns off notebook sound. 7 Volume down button Decreases notebook sound. 8 Volume up button Increases notebook sound. *This table ...
... and disables the WLAN and Bluetooth® devices. Turns on . For information about using wireless features, see the "Power Options" section in Chapter 11, "Wireless." For information about changing the functions of power features, see the "Device Power States" ... Display switch* 4 Wireless button* 5 Presentation mode button Description Initiates standby if the display is closed while the notebook is turned on Presentation mode. 6 Volume mute button Turns off notebook sound. 7 Volume down button Decreases notebook sound. 8 Volume up button Increases notebook sound. *This table ...
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...frequency exposure limits, human proximity to Radio Frequency Radiation. Front Components Component ID Component Description 1 Wireless antennae (2)* Send and receive wireless device signals. Å Exposure to the antenna should be less than 20 cm (8 inches)... during normal operation is minimized. The radiated output power of this device is closed. *The antennae are not visible from obstructions. (Continued) Hardware and Software Guide 1-7 To avoid the possibility of the notebook...
...frequency exposure limits, human proximity to Radio Frequency Radiation. Front Components Component ID Component Description 1 Wireless antennae (2)* Send and receive wireless device signals. Å Exposure to the antenna should be less than 20 cm (8 inches)... during normal operation is minimized. The radiated output power of this device is closed. *The antennae are not visible from obstructions. (Continued) Hardware and Software Guide 1-7 To avoid the possibility of the notebook...
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For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennae free from the outside of the notebook. Opens the notebook. 4 Speakers (2) Produce notebook sound. *The antennae are not visible from obstructions. The antennae are available only on select models. Component ID Component 2 Infrared port 3 Display release latch Description Provides wireless communication between the notebook and an optional IrDA-compliant device. Hardware and Software Guide 1-8
For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennae free from the outside of the notebook. Opens the notebook. 4 Speakers (2) Produce notebook sound. *The antennae are not visible from obstructions. The antennae are available only on select models. Component ID Component 2 Infrared port 3 Display release latch Description Provides wireless communication between the notebook and an optional IrDA-compliant device. Hardware and Software Guide 1-8
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... the serial number when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with your notebook model includes one or more wireless devices, a certificate providing regulatory information about the notebook. To display the information on the Service Tag on your screen, select Start...compartment cover. You might need this information when traveling internationally. Wireless certification labels are affixed to the bottom of the memory compartment cover. ■ Wireless certification labels-Some notebook models include an optional WLAN device and/or an optional ...
... the serial number when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with your notebook model includes one or more wireless devices, a certificate providing regulatory information about the notebook. To display the information on the Service Tag on your screen, select Start...compartment cover. You might need this information when traveling internationally. Wireless certification labels are affixed to the bottom of the memory compartment cover. ■ Wireless certification labels-Some notebook models include an optional WLAN device and/or an optional ...
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...the LAN device with LAN Power Save mode by disconnecting the network cable. Hardware and Software Guide 2-31 For more information, refer to Chapter 6, "PC Cards." ■ Remove a CD or DVD that you are not using the fn+f4 hotkey or by turning off the local area network (LAN... device connected to adjust screen brightness as you need it. ■ Use optional powered speakers instead of the internal speakers, or use the notebook: ■ Turn off wireless connections and exit modem applications when you are not using them. ■ Turn off support for the device in Windows. ■ Run ...
...the LAN device with LAN Power Save mode by disconnecting the network cable. Hardware and Software Guide 2-31 For more information, refer to Chapter 6, "PC Cards." ■ Remove a CD or DVD that you are not using the fn+f4 hotkey or by turning off the local area network (LAN... device connected to adjust screen brightness as you need it. ■ Use optional powered speakers instead of the internal speakers, or use the notebook: ■ Turn off wireless connections and exit modem applications when you are not using them. ■ Turn off support for the device in Windows. ■ Run ...
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... want to open the following software solutions: ■ Contact HP ■ Altiris Local Recovery ■ ProtectTools Security Manager ■ Help and Support ■ HP Notebook Accessories Tour ■ Software Setup ■ System Configuration ■ Wireless Assistant To access Info Center: 1. or - Select the software application you to the Info Center online Help.
... want to open the following software solutions: ■ Contact HP ■ Altiris Local Recovery ■ ProtectTools Security Manager ■ Help and Support ■ HP Notebook Accessories Tour ■ Software Setup ■ System Configuration ■ Wireless Assistant To access Info Center: 1. or - Select the software application you to the Info Center online Help.
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... in public places, such as 802.11 or Bluetooth wireless devices, you have a wireless notebook. ■ An 802.11 wireless notebook can connect to wireless networks in corporate offices, your home, and public places. Hardware and Software Guide 11-1 11 Wireless If your notebook is equipped with an integrated wireless device such as airports, restaurants, coffee shops, hotels, and...
... in public places, such as 802.11 or Bluetooth wireless devices, you have a wireless notebook. ■ An 802.11 wireless notebook can connect to wireless networks in corporate offices, your home, and public places. Hardware and Software Guide 11-1 11 Wireless If your notebook is equipped with an integrated wireless device such as airports, restaurants, coffee shops, hotels, and...
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... Guide 11-2 For more information on and off , enable, and disable your notebook has software controls that enables you to turn on using Computer Setup to control the 802.11 and Bluetooth wireless devices, refer to the "Device Power States" section in Computer Setup. The ...turn on, turn off the 802.11 and Bluetooth wireless devices individually. Computer Setup controls Enable and disable the 802.11 and Bluetooth wireless devices in this chapter. In addition to indicate the state of the wireless devices. Wireless Your notebook has a button that may be used to enable...
... Guide 11-2 For more information on and off , enable, and disable your notebook has software controls that enables you to turn on using Computer Setup to control the 802.11 and Bluetooth wireless devices, refer to the "Device Power States" section in Computer Setup. The ...turn on, turn off the 802.11 and Bluetooth wireless devices individually. Computer Setup controls Enable and disable the 802.11 and Bluetooth wireless devices in this chapter. In addition to indicate the state of the wireless devices. Wireless Your notebook has a button that may be used to enable...
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...Notebooks with 802.11 WLAN devices may support one or more of hardware or software. Wireless Wireless Local Area Network (Select Models Only) With the 802.11 wireless device, you can access a wireless local area network (WLAN), which is composed of other computers and accessories linked by a wireless router or a wireless...and accessories and can separate critical network functions. ■ A home or small office WLAN typically uses a wireless router, which enables several wireless and wired computers to share an Internet connection, a printer, and files without additional pieces of 3 IEEE ...
...Notebooks with 802.11 WLAN devices may support one or more of hardware or software. Wireless Wireless Local Area Network (Select Models Only) With the 802.11 wireless device, you can access a wireless local area network (WLAN), which is composed of other computers and accessories linked by a wireless router or a wireless...and accessories and can separate critical network functions. ■ A home or small office WLAN typically uses a wireless router, which enables several wireless and wired computers to share an Internet connection, a printer, and files without additional pieces of 3 IEEE ...
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...11-4 Check with each public WLAN location for information on connecting your notebook to your network administrator or IT department for cost and connection requirements. Wireless There are within range of a public WLAN, a Wireless Network Connection interactive message is backward compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g.... For information on the same network. 802.11a supports data rates of up to 54 Mbps. Connecting Your Wireless Notebook to a Public WLAN Contact your notebook, refer to the "Identifying a WLAN Device" section in your ISP or search the Web for a list of 5 GHz...
...11-4 Check with each public WLAN location for information on connecting your notebook to your network administrator or IT department for cost and connection requirements. Wireless There are within range of a public WLAN, a Wireless Network Connection interactive message is backward compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g.... For information on the same network. 802.11a supports data rates of up to 54 Mbps. Connecting Your Wireless Notebook to a Public WLAN Contact your notebook, refer to the "Identifying a WLAN Device" section in your ISP or search the Web for a list of 5 GHz...
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Hardware and Software Guide 11-5 As this network grows, additional wireless and wired computers can be connected to the network to access the Internet. ✎ If you need technical assistance to install your WLAN, ... installation that is connected to the Internet. This wireless network includes ■ An optional broadband modem (either DSL or cable) and high-speed Internet service purchased from an Internet service provider (ISP) 1. ■ An optional wireless router (purchased separately) 2. ■ Your wireless notebook 3. Wireless Setting Up a WLAN in Your Home To set up a ...
Hardware and Software Guide 11-5 As this network grows, additional wireless and wired computers can be connected to the network to access the Internet. ✎ If you need technical assistance to install your WLAN, ... installation that is connected to the Internet. This wireless network includes ■ An optional broadband modem (either DSL or cable) and high-speed Internet service purchased from an Internet service provider (ISP) 1. ■ An optional wireless router (purchased separately) 2. ■ Your wireless notebook 3. Wireless Setting Up a WLAN in Your Home To set up a ...
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..., router manufacturer, and interference from your ISP and the documentation included with your wireless router and other electronic devices. When the 802.11 wireless device is turned on, the wireless light is correctly configured. Refer to the documentation included with your notebook. For instructions, refer to your router documentation. ✎ Functional range for use...
..., router manufacturer, and interference from your ISP and the documentation included with your wireless router and other electronic devices. When the 802.11 wireless device is turned on, the wireless light is correctly configured. Refer to the documentation included with your notebook. For instructions, refer to your router documentation. ✎ Functional range for use...
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...to enabling WPA-Personal or WEP security encryption on the router, you may want to the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com/go/wireless for details. For more information about WLAN security, refer to use one or more of the following security measures: ■ Change the default... and password. ■ Use a firewall. ■ Set security on your Web browser. ■ Enable MAC address filtering on your WLAN, an unauthorized wireless user can access your notebook data and use your Internet connection without your own WLAN or access an existing WLAN, always ensure that security features are Wi-Fi...
...to enabling WPA-Personal or WEP security encryption on the router, you may want to the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com/go/wireless for details. For more information about WLAN security, refer to use one or more of the following security measures: ■ Change the default... and password. ■ Use a firewall. ■ Set security on your Web browser. ■ Enable MAC address filtering on your WLAN, an unauthorized wireless user can access your notebook data and use your Internet connection without your own WLAN or access an existing WLAN, always ensure that security features are Wi-Fi...
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...to use Cisco Compatible Extensions. Cisco Compatible Extensions enable wireless devices to know the name of all the 802.11 wireless devices on your notebook: a. Display the names of the integrated 802.11 wireless device on your notebook. Right-click in the My Computer window. Hardware ...and Software Guide 11-8 Wireless Installing Wireless Software (Optional) Microsoft Windows XP supports ...
...to use Cisco Compatible Extensions. Cisco Compatible Extensions enable wireless devices to know the name of all the 802.11 wireless devices on your notebook: a. Display the names of the integrated 802.11 wireless device on your notebook. Right-click in the My Computer window. Hardware ...and Software Guide 11-8 Wireless Installing Wireless Software (Optional) Microsoft Windows XP supports ...
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.... - The serial number label is also available as a SoftPaq at the HP Web site. To access, download, and install the SoftPaq, use either of the notebook. Wireless Accessing WLAN Software and Documentation Your WLAN software is preloaded on your computer model information, and then follow the instructions on the screen. (When you... Programs > Software Setup, and then follow the instructions provided at the Web site. ✎ WLAN software is provided in the Software Setup utility. Enter your notebook and is available in the Network category.
.... - The serial number label is also available as a SoftPaq at the HP Web site. To access, download, and install the SoftPaq, use either of the notebook. Wireless Accessing WLAN Software and Documentation Your WLAN software is preloaded on your computer model information, and then follow the instructions on the screen. (When you... Programs > Software Setup, and then follow the instructions provided at the Web site. ✎ WLAN software is provided in the Software Setup utility. Enter your notebook and is available in the Network category.
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Troubleshooting Devices For more troubleshooting information, visit the HP Web site (http://www.hp.com/go/wireless) or refer to the documentation included with your WLAN software: 1. Install the WLAN software as instructed earlier in this chapter. 2. Hardware and Software Guide 11-10 Wireless To access documentation for your notebook. Select Help on the menu bar. Open the utility. 3.
Troubleshooting Devices For more troubleshooting information, visit the HP Web site (http://www.hp.com/go/wireless) or refer to the documentation included with your WLAN software: 1. Install the WLAN software as instructed earlier in this chapter. 2. Hardware and Software Guide 11-10 Wireless To access documentation for your notebook. Select Help on the menu bar. Open the utility. 3.
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Provides a mechanism that enables a Bluetooth device to -peer) network. Wireless Bluetooth (Select Models Only) The Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that traditionally link electronic devices such as...■ Personal Information Management (PIM) item transfer-Sends and receives information files such as ■ Network access points. ■ Computers (desktop, notebook, PDA). ■ Phones (cellular, cordless, smart phone). ■ Imaging devices (printer, camera). ■ Audio devices (headset, speakers). ...
Provides a mechanism that enables a Bluetooth device to -peer) network. Wireless Bluetooth (Select Models Only) The Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that traditionally link electronic devices such as...■ Personal Information Management (PIM) item transfer-Sends and receives information files such as ■ Network access points. ■ Computers (desktop, notebook, PDA). ■ Phones (cellular, cordless, smart phone). ■ Imaging devices (printer, camera). ■ Audio devices (headset, speakers). ...
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... devices, and remote monitoring devices. ■ Fax-Provides a Bluetooth connection that enables a notebook to send or receive a fax message using a Bluetooth cellular phone or modem. ■ Headset-Provides a wireless connection between a Bluetooth-enabled camera and other Bluetooth devices, such as the device's audio... about using a virtual COM port. ■ Hands-Free-Enables a vehicle-embedded, hands-free unit or a notebook serving as a hands-free unit to establish a wireless connection to a cellular phone and to other Bluetooth devices. The camera can be controlled remotely by...
... devices, and remote monitoring devices. ■ Fax-Provides a Bluetooth connection that enables a notebook to send or receive a fax message using a Bluetooth cellular phone or modem. ■ Headset-Provides a wireless connection between a Bluetooth-enabled camera and other Bluetooth devices, such as the device's audio... about using a virtual COM port. ■ Hands-Free-Enables a vehicle-embedded, hands-free unit or a notebook serving as a hands-free unit to establish a wireless connection to a cellular phone and to other Bluetooth devices. The camera can be controlled remotely by...