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... Battery 145 Storing a Battery 146 US Department of Transportation (DOT) Notebook Battery Restrictions 146 Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager 146 12 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband 149 Overview 149 Local Area Networks (LAN 150 What You Need to Set up a LAN 151 Setting up a new LAN 151 Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN 153 Contents 11
... Battery 145 Storing a Battery 146 US Department of Transportation (DOT) Notebook Battery Restrictions 146 Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager 146 12 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband 149 Overview 149 Local Area Networks (LAN 150 What You Need to Set up a LAN 151 Setting up a new LAN 151 Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN 153 Contents 11
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... helpful information about connecting to a wireless network, as well as managing a wireless network connection. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about wireless networking, see "Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband)" on connections, and tutorials in basic networking. Wireless Networking Wireless network information is not listed under All Programs, use the Search feature...
... helpful information about connecting to a wireless network, as well as managing a wireless network connection. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about wireless networking, see "Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband)" on connections, and tutorials in basic networking. Wireless Networking Wireless network information is not listed under All Programs, use the Search feature...
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... selected as Default Printer. Once your computer is also called a network printer. A shared printer is connected to a network, you are connected to a network, see "Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband)" on a Network A shared printer is one that connection. Sharing Printers on page 149.
... selected as Default Printer. Once your computer is also called a network printer. A shared printer is connected to a network, you are connected to a network, see "Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband)" on a Network A shared printer is one that connection. Sharing Printers on page 149.
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Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) LAN WLAN Overview A computer network provides connectivity between your computer and the Internet, another computer. • Share files. • Browse other networks. • Access the Internet. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 149 For example, with a network set up in a home or small office, you can: • Print to a shared printer. • Access drives and files on another computer, or a peripheral such as a printer.
Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) LAN WLAN Overview A computer network provides connectivity between your computer and the Internet, another computer. • Share files. • Browse other networks. • Access the Internet. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 149 For example, with a network set up in a home or small office, you can: • Print to a shared printer. • Access drives and files on another computer, or a peripheral such as a printer.
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... page 168. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more computers with each other networks. See "Managing Networked Computers With Intel® Active Management Technology" on some Dell computers. A LAN can be connected to another LAN over any distance through a network cable connected to form a wide area network (WAN). 150 Networks...
... page 168. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more computers with each other networks. See "Managing Networked Computers With Intel® Active Management Technology" on some Dell computers. A LAN can be connected to another LAN over any distance through a network cable connected to form a wide area network (WAN). 150 Networks...
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... or CAT 5e cables. • Network interface card Broadband Access Broadband access provides much faster data transfer rates than dial-up a typical LAN. What you have a network interface card. • Your existing phone line or cable television line is particularly suited to e-mailing large...the broadband service; DSL broadband access is marketed by ISPs-cable and DSL. a new line is not available at all locations. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 151 A router connects computers and peripherals on page 151. • Router - See the documentation provided with Internet ...
... or CAT 5e cables. • Network interface card Broadband Access Broadband access provides much faster data transfer rates than dial-up a typical LAN. What you have a network interface card. • Your existing phone line or cable television line is particularly suited to e-mailing large...the broadband service; DSL broadband access is marketed by ISPs-cable and DSL. a new line is not available at all locations. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 151 A router connects computers and peripherals on page 151. • Router - See the documentation provided with Internet ...
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... connection requirements for your router. Your router may have to a network, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. 152 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) Actual steps may start automatically, or you have been shipped with installation media, which usually contains installation and troubleshooting information. The Network...
... connection requirements for your router. Your router may have to a network, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. 152 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) Actual steps may start automatically, or you have been shipped with installation media, which usually contains installation and troubleshooting information. The Network...
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... than through a network cable connected to set up a WLAN • Broadband Internet access (such as cable or DSL) • A broadband modem • A wireless router Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 153 Also, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. What you Need to each computer. FOR MORE...
... than through a network cable connected to set up a WLAN • Broadband Internet access (such as cable or DSL) • A broadband modem • A wireless router Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 153 Also, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. What you Need to each computer. FOR MORE...
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FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about how to determine the type of card, check the order confirmation that name on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. • A wireless network card, an integrated wireless adapter, or a wireless USB adapter for each computer that you want...received when you ordered your computer, or use the Device Manager (see "Checking Your Wireless Network Card" on page 154. 154 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) Verify the type of wireless network card installed in your wireless network card. Reinstalling Software and Drivers for Your ...
FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about how to determine the type of card, check the order confirmation that name on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. • A wireless network card, an integrated wireless adapter, or a wireless USB adapter for each computer that you want...received when you ordered your computer, or use the Device Manager (see "Checking Your Wireless Network Card" on page 154. 154 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) Verify the type of wireless network card installed in your wireless network card. Reinstalling Software and Drivers for Your ...
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... modem. 2 Ensure that came with your computer or look for related topics in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 155
... modem. 2 Ensure that came with your computer or look for related topics in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 155
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... connecting to a public wireless network one time, and whenever you come into range of the same wireless network, your computer will detect it . 156 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) Some computers may even display a pop-up indicating that you selected, the same pop-up Connecting to your lists of available networks...
... connecting to a public wireless network one time, and whenever you come into range of the same wireless network, your computer will detect it . 156 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) Some computers may even display a pop-up indicating that you selected, the same pop-up Connecting to your lists of available networks...
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... out if your computer has a wireless switch and where it is turned Off while shipping your computer's documentation. Other computers may include a wireless switch. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 157 Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Card With a Wireless Switch Your laptop computer may use the wireless switch to a wireless network. You can...
... out if your computer has a wireless switch and where it is turned Off while shipping your computer's documentation. Other computers may include a wireless switch. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 157 Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Card With a Wireless Switch Your laptop computer may use the wireless switch to a wireless network. You can...
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... and Sharing Center, click Tasks→ Setup a connection or network. 2 Click Set up a wireless ad hoc network information screen appears. Some of the Dell wireless printers use wizard to begin. 4 Follow the instructions on the screen. HINT: The ad hoc network does not become active until at least one...help you that connect two or more computers in close range without the use of the other computer joins the ad hoc network. 158 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) Ad Hoc Networks Ad hoc networks are simple networks that your computer must be within 30 feet of a router or ...
... and Sharing Center, click Tasks→ Setup a connection or network. 2 Click Set up a wireless ad hoc network information screen appears. Some of the Dell wireless printers use wizard to begin. 4 Follow the instructions on the screen. HINT: The ad hoc network does not become active until at least one...help you that connect two or more computers in close range without the use of the other computer joins the ad hoc network. 158 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) Ad Hoc Networks Ad hoc networks are simple networks that your computer must be within 30 feet of a router or ...
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Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 159 FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about Mobile Broadband networks (Wireless Wide Area Networks), see the following resources: • Windows Help ...
Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 159 FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about Mobile Broadband networks (Wireless Wide Area Networks), see the following resources: • Windows Help ...
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... a Mobile Broadband ExpressCard or Mini Card, but not both, to the Internet, you must activate Mobile Broadband service through your cellular service provider. 160 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) Checking Your Mobile Broadband Card 1 Click Start or → Help and Support. 2 Search for Computer Information, Use Tools, or System Information to...
... a Mobile Broadband ExpressCard or Mini Card, but not both, to the Internet, you must activate Mobile Broadband service through your cellular service provider. 160 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) Checking Your Mobile Broadband Card 1 Click Start or → Help and Support. 2 Search for Computer Information, Use Tools, or System Information to...
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.... It is not supported on the media included with the utility. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 161 WiMAX (Worldwide Interoperability for getting started with a base station. in the near future. HINT: Dell offers an easy method for Microwave Access) is expected in the Windows 2 ... is based on the screen. WiMAX enables delivery of -sight with Mobile Broadband. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about using the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility, see: • The user's guide typically available through Windows Help and Support: click Start or → ...
.... It is not supported on the media included with the utility. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 161 WiMAX (Worldwide Interoperability for getting started with a base station. in the near future. HINT: Dell offers an easy method for Microwave Access) is expected in the Windows 2 ... is based on the screen. WiMAX enables delivery of -sight with Mobile Broadband. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about using the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility, see: • The user's guide typically available through Windows Help and Support: click Start or → ...
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WPAN (Wireless Personal Area Network) helps interconnect wireless devices centered around your privacy. 162 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) is not supported on all computers. WPAN technology supports communication over a short distance. Bluetooth, used as the basis for a new standard, IEEE ...
WPAN (Wireless Personal Area Network) helps interconnect wireless devices centered around your privacy. 162 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) is not supported on all computers. WPAN technology supports communication over a short distance. Bluetooth, used as the basis for a new standard, IEEE ...
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... access your broadband Internet connection. Install the latest version of spyware software sending information through your computer through the Internet to an unauthorized party. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 163 The Windows Vista and Windows XP operating systems incorporate a firewall. Some firewalls also restrict unauthorized transmittal of your router's configuration software...
... access your broadband Internet connection. Install the latest version of spyware software sending information through your computer through the Internet to an unauthorized party. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 163 The Windows Vista and Windows XP operating systems incorporate a firewall. Some firewalls also restrict unauthorized transmittal of your router's configuration software...
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Set up data encryption on your router's configuration software. 164 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) The most common types of your wireless router, enable data encryption. When setting up your wireless network, change the administrator password periodically. ...
Set up data encryption on your router's configuration software. 164 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) The most common types of your wireless router, enable data encryption. When setting up your wireless network, change the administrator password periodically. ...
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If you set up MAC filtering. When you configure your computer's network settings to reduce security risks. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 165 Ensuring Security When Using Public Wi-Fi Networks (Hotspots) Before connecting your computer to a public wireless network, you should configure your ...
If you set up MAC filtering. When you configure your computer's network settings to reduce security risks. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 165 Ensuring Security When Using Public Wi-Fi Networks (Hotspots) Before connecting your computer to a public wireless network, you should configure your ...