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...(s) with 3 pieces A typical home or small-office wireless LAN requires only 3 pieces of Wireless LAN (WLAN) Technology Standards" table on page 7. See the "Comparison of hardware. TIP: If you did not buy a wireless PC Card to get started! The instructions in this booklet....over Ethernet User Name (ID) Host Name Password Service Name My Network Settings Compatible wireless router (purchased separately). TIP: You can buy a wireless-enabled notebook, you 're ready to add wireless capability. Encryption key provided. ISP cable, DSL modem, or other broadband technology (...
...(s) with 3 pieces A typical home or small-office wireless LAN requires only 3 pieces of Wireless LAN (WLAN) Technology Standards" table on page 7. See the "Comparison of hardware. TIP: If you did not buy a wireless PC Card to get started! The instructions in this booklet....over Ethernet User Name (ID) Host Name Password Service Name My Network Settings Compatible wireless router (purchased separately). TIP: You can buy a wireless-enabled notebook, you 're ready to add wireless capability. Encryption key provided. ISP cable, DSL modem, or other broadband technology (...
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... by opening your setup with the router. Important: If you cannot access a Web site, repeat steps 1 5 During router configuration, check whether the wireless router security level is temporarily connected to AC power during the router setup, contact your or WPA-PSK. If the light is off button. If...will tell you recorded in the "My Router Security Level" table on page 2. Web site. 3 Refer to the information you when to the wireless icon is on, turn on /off . Set up the hardware and software Now that you have tested your Web browser and accessing a Web site....
... by opening your setup with the router. Important: If you cannot access a Web site, repeat steps 1 5 During router configuration, check whether the wireless router security level is temporarily connected to AC power during the router setup, contact your or WPA-PSK. If the light is off button. If...will tell you recorded in the "My Router Security Level" table on page 2. Web site. 3 Refer to the information you when to the wireless icon is on, turn on /off . Set up the hardware and software Now that you have tested your Web browser and accessing a Web site....
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...through 3. b Follow the instructions on the taskbar. Important: If you lose your wireless connection while you're working, select Start > Connect To > Wireless Network Connection. (The Wireless Network Connection status icon and message are displayed on the screen. If you successfully ... WPA-PSK pass phrase in the Network key field. (You recorded this key in the Available wireless networks list. 3 Complete the following steps that correspond with wireless notebooks and wired desktop PROGRESS CHECK If you successfully complete step 6, all computers on your network can ...
...through 3. b Follow the instructions on the taskbar. Important: If you lose your wireless connection while you're working, select Start > Connect To > Wireless Network Connection. (The Wireless Network Connection status icon and message are displayed on the screen. If you successfully ... WPA-PSK pass phrase in the Network key field. (You recorded this key in the Available wireless networks list. 3 Complete the following steps that correspond with wireless notebooks and wired desktop PROGRESS CHECK If you successfully complete step 6, all computers on your network can ...
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... the devices cannot communicate. 1 To change the SSID on your router, refer to the router instructions. 2 To change the SSID on your wireless account: 1 in your network: a Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connection > Network Connections. A firewall is an essential ... cabling) for home and business networks, which in firewall. • Firewall software also can be a unique name that provides a wireless link between a wireless-enabled device and a wired network. Important: The same SSID must be easily associated with your doors unlocked, so don't venture into...
... the devices cannot communicate. 1 To change the SSID on your router, refer to the router instructions. 2 To change the SSID on your wireless account: 1 in your network: a Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connection > Network Connections. A firewall is an essential ... cabling) for home and business networks, which in firewall. • Firewall software also can be a unique name that provides a wireless link between a wireless-enabled device and a wired network. Important: The same SSID must be easily associated with your doors unlocked, so don't venture into...
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... when your network. ISP (Internet Service Provider)-A company that list hotspots include Cisco Hotspot Locator, Hotspotlist, Geektools, and Global Access Wireless Database. A traveler with new locations being added daily. PPPoE (Point-to a network device. Some manufacturers use of your ISP ... for hotspots? Looking for cost and connection requirements. firewall-Security measures that protect the resources of broadband connection that offers wireless Internet access for authorization to use of hotspots near explosives, and in addition to share files, programs, printers, and...
... when your network. ISP (Internet Service Provider)-A company that list hotspots include Cisco Hotspot Locator, Hotspotlist, Geektools, and Global Access Wireless Database. A traveler with new locations being added daily. PPPoE (Point-to a network device. Some manufacturers use of your ISP ... for hotspots? Looking for cost and connection requirements. firewall-Security measures that protect the resources of broadband connection that offers wireless Internet access for authorization to use of hotspots near explosives, and in addition to share files, programs, printers, and...
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...computer or device that indicates interoperability among wireless devices. Wi-Fi (wireless fidelity)-The name for 802.11 wireless network technology that is connected to enhance your wireless user experience are expanding worldwide. wireless router-An all-in-one wireless communication device that specifies an "over-the...Mbps 54 Mbps DID YOU KNOW... 802.11 is a wireless standard that includes a wireless access point and may include an Ethernet hub and other devices within a network. wireless LAN (WLAN)-A system of wireless security provided by Wi-Fi, based on the Documentation ...
...computer or device that indicates interoperability among wireless devices. Wi-Fi (wireless fidelity)-The name for 802.11 wireless network technology that is connected to enhance your wireless user experience are expanding worldwide. wireless router-An all-in-one wireless communication device that specifies an "over-the...Mbps 54 Mbps DID YOU KNOW... 802.11 is a wireless standard that includes a wireless access point and may include an Ethernet hub and other devices within a network. wireless LAN (WLAN)-A system of wireless security provided by Wi-Fi, based on the Documentation ...
Reference Guide
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... (LAN 4-5 Using a Wireless LAN Adapter (Select Models Only 4-6 Making Wireless Network Connections (Select Models Only 4-7 To Turn Wireless Communication On and Off . . . . . 4-8 5 Add-On Devices Connecting External Devices 5-1 To Insert or Remove a PC Card 5-1 To Connect an Audio Device 5-3 To Connect a TV to Your Notebook (Select Models Only 5-4...11 To Replace the Hard Drive Holder 5-12 To Prepare a New Hard Drive 5-13 6 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Your Notebook 6-1 Audio Problems 6-2 CD-ROM and DVD Problems 6-3 Display Problems 6-4 Hard Drive Problems 6-5 Reference Guide v
... (LAN 4-5 Using a Wireless LAN Adapter (Select Models Only 4-6 Making Wireless Network Connections (Select Models Only 4-7 To Turn Wireless Communication On and Off . . . . . 4-8 5 Add-On Devices Connecting External Devices 5-1 To Insert or Remove a PC Card 5-1 To Connect an Audio Device 5-3 To Connect a TV to Your Notebook (Select Models Only 5-4...11 To Replace the Hard Drive Holder 5-12 To Prepare a New Hard Drive 5-13 6 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Your Notebook 6-1 Audio Problems 6-2 CD-ROM and DVD Problems 6-3 Display Problems 6-4 Hard Drive Problems 6-5 Reference Guide v
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... 6-7 Local Area Network (LAN) Problems 6-8 Memory Problems 6-9 Modem Problems 6-10 PC Card (PCMCIA) Problems 6-13 Performance Problems 6-14 Power and Battery Pack Problems 6-15 Printing Problems 6-17 Serial, Parallel and USB Problems 6-18 Startup Problems 6-19 Wireless Problems 6-21 Configuring Your Notebook 6-23 To Run the BIOS Setup Utility 6-23 Updating Software and...
... 6-7 Local Area Network (LAN) Problems 6-8 Memory Problems 6-9 Modem Problems 6-10 PC Card (PCMCIA) Problems 6-13 Performance Problems 6-14 Power and Battery Pack Problems 6-15 Printing Problems 6-17 Serial, Parallel and USB Problems 6-18 Startup Problems 6-19 Wireless Problems 6-21 Configuring Your Notebook 6-23 To Run the BIOS Setup Utility 6-23 Updating Software and...
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Getting Started with Your Notebook Front Panel and Right Panel Components 1 Main status lights (left to right): power mode, hard drive activity, and battery 2 TouchPad, scroll pad, Click buttons, and an on-off button 3 Power button: turns the notebook on and off 4 Keyboard status lights 5 One-Touch buttons 6 Notebook open/close latch 7 CD-ROM, DVD, or other drive 8 Battery pack 9 Wireless on-off button and indicator light (select models only) - Hard drive 1-2 Reference Guide
Getting Started with Your Notebook Front Panel and Right Panel Components 1 Main status lights (left to right): power mode, hard drive activity, and battery 2 TouchPad, scroll pad, Click buttons, and an on-off button 3 Power button: turns the notebook on and off 4 Keyboard status lights 5 One-Touch buttons 6 Notebook open/close latch 7 CD-ROM, DVD, or other drive 8 Battery pack 9 Wireless on-off button and indicator light (select models only) - Hard drive 1-2 Reference Guide
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Getting Started with Your Notebook Bottom Panel Components 1 Hard drive 2 Battery latch 3 RAM (memory) cover 4 Reset button 5 Mini PCI cover (no user parts inside) Ä CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system and the display of a warning message, install only a Mini PCI device authorized for use in your notebook by the governmental agency that regulates wireless devicesgin your country. Then contact Customer Care. 1-4 Reference Guide If you install a device and then receive a warning message, remove the device to restore notebook functionality.
Getting Started with Your Notebook Bottom Panel Components 1 Hard drive 2 Battery latch 3 RAM (memory) cover 4 Reset button 5 Mini PCI cover (no user parts inside) Ä CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system and the display of a warning message, install only a Mini PCI device authorized for use in your notebook by the governmental agency that regulates wireless devicesgin your country. Then contact Customer Care. 1-4 Reference Guide If you install a device and then receive a warning message, remove the device to restore notebook functionality.
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...are not using it. Press the wireless on -off button, turn off the wireless function when you finish using it. 3-6 Reference Guide Some PC Cards use the lower speed on battery power (the default settings conserve battery power). ■ If your notebook has a wireless on -off button to turn off... the light. ■ If you have a PC Card, such as a PC Card or a modem. ■ Set the display brightness to emphasize saving power. Battery Packs...
...are not using it. Press the wireless on -off button, turn off the wireless function when you finish using it. 3-6 Reference Guide Some PC Cards use the lower speed on battery power (the default settings conserve battery power). ■ If your notebook has a wireless on -off button to turn off... the light. ■ If you have a PC Card, such as a PC Card or a modem. ■ Set the display brightness to emphasize saving power. Battery Packs...
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... be included with a WLAN adapter-The WLAN adapter can be integrated or a free-standing add-on, such as a PC Card. ■ A wireless access point-Wireless access point functionality can be provided by a standalone device or be used to connect the notebook to another networking device, such as a router. 4-6 Reference Guide A WLAN adapter enables your...
... be included with a WLAN adapter-The WLAN adapter can be integrated or a free-standing add-on, such as a PC Card. ■ A wireless access point-Wireless access point functionality can be provided by a standalone device or be used to connect the notebook to another networking device, such as a router. 4-6 Reference Guide A WLAN adapter enables your...
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Modem and Network Connections Making Wireless Network Connections (Select Models Only) If your notebook includes a wireless on-off button, you can move from place to place within the network-from your notebook connects to the network by radio to the antenna should be less than through ...of a typical "wired" network, but also provides for human contact during normal operation, including when the notebook display is below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. A wireless network provides all the functions of this device is closed. To avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC...
Modem and Network Connections Making Wireless Network Connections (Select Models Only) If your notebook includes a wireless on-off button, you can move from place to place within the network-from your notebook connects to the network by radio to the antenna should be less than through ...of a typical "wired" network, but also provides for human contact during normal operation, including when the notebook display is below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. A wireless network provides all the functions of this device is closed. To avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC...
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... On Communication and Making a Connection If your notebook wireless networking. If the notebook is not on, turn wireless 802.11 communication on and off button on the front of devices that use wireless communication. If you normally press the wireless on-off , press the button so the ... Guide In Italy, Singapore, and possibly other countries, you are within range of your wireless network, your notebook (select models only). ✎ Wireless networks and cellular modems are examples of the notebook to turn it on . 1. If you may be restricted in some situations or environments...
... On Communication and Making a Connection If your notebook wireless networking. If the notebook is not on, turn wireless 802.11 communication on and off button on the front of devices that use wireless communication. If you normally press the wireless on-off , press the button so the ... Guide In Italy, Singapore, and possibly other countries, you are within range of your wireless network, your notebook (select models only). ✎ Wireless networks and cellular modems are examples of the notebook to turn it on . 1. If you may be restricted in some situations or environments...
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Reference Guide 4-9 Close any files that reside on -off the wireless function. To turn off the wireless 802.11 communication without turning off the notebook, press the wireless on other network notebooks. 2. Modem and Network Connections Turning Off Communication and Ending a Connection 1. Putting the notebook in Standby or shutting it down also turns off button. -orRight-click the wireless network connection icon in the taskbar, then select Disable.
Reference Guide 4-9 Close any files that reside on -off the wireless function. To turn off the wireless 802.11 communication without turning off the notebook, press the wireless on other network notebooks. 2. Modem and Network Connections Turning Off Communication and Ending a Connection 1. Putting the notebook in Standby or shutting it down also turns off button. -orRight-click the wireless network connection icon in the taskbar, then select Disable.
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... IP address. ■ See "Local Area Network (LAN) Problems" in range of an access point (for an infrastructure connection) or other wireless notebook (for your wireless connection is on. ■ Make sure you are using the correct SSID and channel settings. ■ Make sure you are in this chapter...from Infrastructure mode to Ad Hoc mode, you may have been assigned an IP address. Troubleshooting Wireless Problems If You Have Problems with Wireless 802.11 Communication ■ Make sure the wireless indicator light is 255.255.000.000, the network server did not assign an IP address ...
... IP address. ■ See "Local Area Network (LAN) Problems" in range of an access point (for an infrastructure connection) or other wireless notebook (for your wireless connection is on. ■ Make sure you are using the correct SSID and channel settings. ■ Make sure you are in this chapter...from Infrastructure mode to Ad Hoc mode, you may have been assigned an IP address. Troubleshooting Wireless Problems If You Have Problems with Wireless 802.11 Communication ■ Make sure the wireless indicator light is 255.255.000.000, the network server did not assign an IP address ...
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... is correct for your network by more than one wireless LAN. If so, the LANs could be interfering with each other. ■ Move closer to the access point (for an infrastructure connection) or other wireless notebook (for high-speed communication. 6-22 Reference Guide You... could be too far away for an ad hoc connection). Troubleshooting If You Have Trouble Connecting to Another Notebook in an area served by selecting Start > Control Panel ...
... is correct for your network by more than one wireless LAN. If so, the LANs could be interfering with each other. ■ Move closer to the access point (for an infrastructure connection) or other wireless notebook (for high-speed communication. 6-22 Reference Guide You... could be too far away for an ad hoc connection). Troubleshooting If You Have Trouble Connecting to Another Notebook in an area served by selecting Start > Control Panel ...
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... Click buttons 1-2 components back panel 1-3 bottom panel 1-4 keyboard status lights 1-2 left panel 1-3 status lights 1-1 configuring modem 4-4 notebook 6-23 connecting 1394 device 5-6 AC power 1-8 audio device 5-3 external devices 5-1 local area network (LAN) 4-5 phone line 1-9 wireless network 4-7 connectors audio 1-3 RJ-11 (modem) 1-3 RJ-45 (network) 1-3 security 1-3 S-Video out 1-3 D decreasing display brightness 2-6 display adjusting brightness...
... Click buttons 1-2 components back panel 1-3 bottom panel 1-4 keyboard status lights 1-2 left panel 1-3 status lights 1-1 configuring modem 4-4 notebook 6-23 connecting 1394 device 5-6 AC power 1-8 audio device 5-3 external devices 5-1 local area network (LAN) 4-5 phone line 1-9 wireless network 4-7 connectors audio 1-3 RJ-11 (modem) 1-3 RJ-45 (network) 1-3 security 1-3 S-Video out 1-3 D decreasing display brightness 2-6 display adjusting brightness...
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... components 1-1 increasing display brightness 2-6 inserting battery pack 1-7 CD 2-10 DVD 2-10 PC Card 5-1 RAM (memory) 5-7 K keyboard status lights 1-2, 1-6 troubleshooting 6-7 keys ALT GR 2-9 Applications 2-8 Fn (Function) 2-6 Windows 2-8 L LAN (local area network) connection 4-5 troubleshooting 6-8 using a wireless adapter 4-6 left panel components 1-3 locking hard drive 2-15 notebook 2-13 low-battery warning 3-5 M maintenance and care 2-16, 2-17 Mini...
... components 1-1 increasing display brightness 2-6 inserting battery pack 1-7 CD 2-10 DVD 2-10 PC Card 5-1 RAM (memory) 5-7 K keyboard status lights 1-2, 1-6 troubleshooting 6-7 keys ALT GR 2-9 Applications 2-8 Fn (Function) 2-6 Windows 2-8 L LAN (local area network) connection 4-5 troubleshooting 6-8 using a wireless adapter 4-6 left panel components 1-3 locking hard drive 2-15 notebook 2-13 low-battery warning 3-5 M maintenance and care 2-16, 2-17 Mini...
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... 2-6 TouchPad 1-2 functions 2-5 troubleshooting 6-7 use of 2-4 troubleshooting audio 6-2 battery packs 6-15 CD-ROM drive 6-3 display 6-4 DVD drive 6-3 hard drive 6-5 heat 6-6 keyboard 6-7 LAN 6-8 modem 6-10 parallel 6-19 PC Cards 6-13 performance 6-14 power 6-15 printing 6-17 RAM (memory) 6-9 serial 6-18 startup 6-19 USB 6-19 wireless 6-21 turning off notebook 2-2 wireless network connection 4-9 Reference Guide Index-5
... 2-6 TouchPad 1-2 functions 2-5 troubleshooting 6-7 use of 2-4 troubleshooting audio 6-2 battery packs 6-15 CD-ROM drive 6-3 display 6-4 DVD drive 6-3 hard drive 6-5 heat 6-6 keyboard 6-7 LAN 6-8 modem 6-10 parallel 6-19 PC Cards 6-13 performance 6-14 power 6-15 printing 6-17 RAM (memory) 6-9 serial 6-18 startup 6-19 USB 6-19 wireless 6-21 turning off notebook 2-2 wireless network connection 4-9 Reference Guide Index-5