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... Network With the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility 161 WiMAX 161 WPAN 162 Managing Your Network 162 Securing Your Network 162 Securing Your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN 164 Ensuring Security When Using Public Wi-Fi Networks (Hotspots 165 Locating Networks With the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator 166 Scanning for a Wireless Network 167 Enabling the Network Locator 167 Managing Networked Computers...
... Network With the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility 161 WiMAX 161 WPAN 162 Managing Your Network 162 Securing Your Network 162 Securing Your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN 164 Ensuring Security When Using Public Wi-Fi Networks (Hotspots 165 Locating Networks With the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator 166 Scanning for a Wireless Network 167 Enabling the Network Locator 167 Managing Networked Computers...
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...User Groups, and Passwords 251 Administrator Rights 251 User Groups 252 Passwords 253 Smart Cards 254 Fingerprint Readers 254 Facial Recognition Software 255 Using a Firewall to Secure Your Computer 255 Turning On Windows Firewall 255 Encrypting Files and Folders 256 Using Antivirus Software... 256 Maintaining Security When Using a Public Wireless Network 256 Reducing the Risk of Getting Computer Viruses . . . 257 Dealing With Cookies...
...User Groups, and Passwords 251 Administrator Rights 251 User Groups 252 Passwords 253 Smart Cards 254 Fingerprint Readers 254 Facial Recognition Software 255 Using a Firewall to Secure Your Computer 255 Turning On Windows Firewall 255 Encrypting Files and Folders 256 Using Antivirus Software... 256 Maintaining Security When Using a Public Wireless Network 256 Reducing the Risk of Getting Computer Viruses . . . 257 Dealing With Cookies...
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...Help and Support for the specific wireless card installed in the following sources: Device guides Windows Help and Support See Microsoft Windows Help and Support to access device guide for general information about wireless networking. The "Networking and the Web" topic provides an ...of the program and click Search. The device guide provides helpful information about wireless networking, see "Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband)" on page 149. 28 Finding Information Programs Installed on Your Computer Click Start or → All Programs to view available programs. If a ...
...Help and Support for the specific wireless card installed in the following sources: Device guides Windows Help and Support See Microsoft Windows Help and Support to access device guide for general information about wireless networking. The "Networking and the Web" topic provides an ...of the program and click Search. The device guide provides helpful information about wireless networking, see "Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband)" on page 149. 28 Finding Information Programs Installed on Your Computer Click Start or → All Programs to view available programs. If a ...
Dell Technology Guide
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... CAT 5e cables. • Network interface card Broadband Access Broadband access provides much faster data transfer rates than dial-up a LAN • Cable or DSL broadband modem with your router for specific details. For information on broadband connection, see "Broadband Access" on the network to each supporting one computer or one peripheral such as...
... CAT 5e cables. • Network interface card Broadband Access Broadband access provides much faster data transfer rates than dial-up a LAN • Cable or DSL broadband modem with your router for specific details. For information on broadband connection, see "Broadband Access" on the network to each supporting one computer or one peripheral such as...
Dell Technology Guide
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... the networked computers and peripherals, and provides Internet or network access. Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN) 1 2 3 1 Router 2 Modem 3 Internet A wireless local area network (WLAN) connects two or more about WWAN, see any device guides for the wireless cards that may have come with each computer. The access point or wireless router and the wireless network card in the computer communicate...
... the networked computers and peripherals, and provides Internet or network access. Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN) 1 2 3 1 Router 2 Modem 3 Internet A wireless local area network (WLAN) connects two or more about WWAN, see any device guides for the wireless cards that may have come with each computer. The access point or wireless router and the wireless network card in the computer communicate...
Dell Technology Guide
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... to your WLAN See "Checking Your Wireless Network Card" on page 154. • A network cable with network (RJ-45) connectors Checking Your Wireless Network Card To confirm that your computer has a wireless network card and to determine the type of wireless network card that name on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. • A wireless network card, an integrated wireless adapter, or a wireless USB...
... to your WLAN See "Checking Your Wireless Network Card" on page 154. • A network cable with network (RJ-45) connectors Checking Your Wireless Network Card To confirm that your computer has a wireless network card and to determine the type of wireless network card that name on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. • A wireless network card, an integrated wireless adapter, or a wireless USB...
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...; Control Panel→ Network and Internet Connections→ Network Connections. 2 Click Wireless Network Connection→ View Wireless Networks. 3 Select the desired network from the list and click Connect. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 155 Setting up a new Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to obtain specific information about connecting your computer to a WLAN...
...; Control Panel→ Network and Internet Connections→ Network Connections. 2 Click Wireless Network Connection→ View Wireless Networks. 3 Select the desired network from the list and click Connect. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 155 Setting up a new Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to obtain specific information about connecting your computer to a WLAN...
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... wireless switch must be turned On to detect and connect to turn your computer. Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Card With a Wireless Switch Your laptop computer may use a separate button or switch for a few seconds. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 157 Other computers may include a wireless switch. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about how to...
... wireless switch must be turned On to detect and connect to turn your computer. Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Card With a Wireless Switch Your laptop computer may use a separate button or switch for a few seconds. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 157 Other computers may include a wireless switch. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about how to...
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... device guides for the Mobile Broadband cards that may have come on the media that accompanied your service provider for coverage details. NOTE: Even if you purchased it separately. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 159 Mobile Broadband (or Wireless Wide Area Network) Networks A Mobile Broadband network, also known as the computer is a high-speed digital cellular...
... device guides for the Mobile Broadband cards that may have come on the media that accompanied your service provider for coverage details. NOTE: Even if you purchased it separately. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 159 Mobile Broadband (or Wireless Wide Area Network) Networks A Mobile Broadband network, also known as the computer is a high-speed digital cellular...
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... wireless technology. They do not apply to Mobile Broadband ExpressCards or Mini Cards. To set up a Mobile Broadband network connection, you need: • A Mobile Broadband ExpressCard or Mini Card (depending on your computer's configuration) • An activated Mobile Broadband ExpressCard or activated Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) from your service provider • The Mobile Broadband...
... wireless technology. They do not apply to Mobile Broadband ExpressCards or Mini Cards. To set up a Mobile Broadband network connection, you need: • A Mobile Broadband ExpressCard or Mini Card (depending on your computer's configuration) • An activated Mobile Broadband ExpressCard or activated Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) from your service provider • The Mobile Broadband...
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... for getting started with your Mobile Broadband card if you purchased the card separately from your computer Managing the Network With the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility 1 Click the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility icon notification area to wired broadband like cable and DSL. WiMAX enables delivery of -sight with the utility. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 161 in...
... for getting started with your Mobile Broadband card if you purchased the card separately from your computer Managing the Network With the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility 1 Click the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility icon notification area to wired broadband like cable and DSL. WiMAX enables delivery of -sight with the utility. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 161 in...
Dell Technology Guide
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... this task through: • Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager • System BIOS, available through the system setup program (see "Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Card With a Wireless Switch" on or off . Scanning for a Wireless Network On some computers, you must first enable and configure the switch to control Wi-Fi network connections. Other computers may be disabled and...
... this task through: • Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager • System BIOS, available through the system setup program (see "Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Card With a Wireless Switch" on or off . Scanning for a Wireless Network On some computers, you must first enable and configure the switch to control Wi-Fi network connections. Other computers may be disabled and...
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...Setup. Windows® XP 1 Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2 Click Start Connections. → Control Panel→ Network and Internet 3 Click Set up or change your ISP to complete the setup. 174 Accessing the Internet Choose Connect to the Internet and click Next..., or satellite modem. • Choose Wireless if you will use a wireless connection through a WLAN card. • Choose Dial-up if you will use a dial-up modem or ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network). New Connection Wizard window appears. 5 Click Next. NOTE: If you do not know which type ...
...Setup. Windows® XP 1 Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2 Click Start Connections. → Control Panel→ Network and Internet 3 Click Set up or change your ISP to complete the setup. 174 Accessing the Internet Choose Connect to the Internet and click Next..., or satellite modem. • Choose Wireless if you will use a wireless connection through a WLAN card. • Choose Dial-up if you will use a dial-up modem or ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network). New Connection Wizard window appears. 5 Click Next. NOTE: If you do not know which type ...
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...network card in use, lights on these at 100 Megbits per second while 100 denotes data moving across the network at 10 Megabits per second. Ethernet Port An ethernet port uses twisted pair conductors for networking and faster Internet connection. Data moves through the network to an Internet gateway which shares a fast Internet connection between computers.... Pin Ethernet 10/100 Base - The 10 or 100 light denote data speed. 10 denotes data moving at speeds of either to a network hub (a junction box that can wire lots of network cables together...
...network card in use, lights on these at 100 Megbits per second while 100 denotes data moving across the network at 10 Megabits per second. Ethernet Port An ethernet port uses twisted pair conductors for networking and faster Internet connection. Data moves through the network to an Internet gateway which shares a fast Internet connection between computers.... Pin Ethernet 10/100 Base - The 10 or 100 light denote data speed. 10 denotes data moving at speeds of either to a network hub (a junction box that can wire lots of network cables together...
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...Phone number: Service Tag (bar code on the bottom or back of problem and troubleshooting procedures you connected to a network? If the computer is connected to determine the contents of each file. Error message, beep code, or diagnostic code: Description of your...calling Dell. Otherwise, record the contents of the system's start-up files. Yes No Network, version, and network adapter: Programs and versions: See your computer): Express Service Code: Return Material Authorization Number (if provided by Dell support technician): Operating system and version: Devices: Expansion cards:...
...Phone number: Service Tag (bar code on the bottom or back of problem and troubleshooting procedures you connected to a network? If the computer is connected to determine the contents of each file. Error message, beep code, or diagnostic code: Description of your...calling Dell. Otherwise, record the contents of the system's start-up files. Yes No Network, version, and network adapter: Programs and versions: See your computer): Express Service Code: Return Material Authorization Number (if provided by Dell support technician): Operating system and version: Devices: Expansion cards:...
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...network adapters are common types of static electricity. A numeric code located on a sticker on the system board in some computers) where you to as dual display mode. Express Service Code service may not be available in some computers, expanding the capabilities of the computer. A PC Card... (AMB) that extends beyond the edge of the PC Card slot when installed. EIDE - EPP - A rapid discharge of ExpressCards. ExpressCard - Express Service Code - Use the Express Service Code when contacting Dell for enforcing communications-related regulations that state how much radiation ...
...network adapters are common types of static electricity. A numeric code located on a sticker on the system board in some computers) where you to as dual display mode. Express Service Code service may not be available in some computers, expanding the capabilities of the computer. A PC Card... (AMB) that extends beyond the edge of the PC Card slot when installed. EIDE - EPP - A rapid discharge of ExpressCards. ExpressCard - Express Service Code - Use the Express Service Code when contacting Dell for enforcing communications-related regulations that state how much radiation ...
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... with an adapter on communications such as RAM, ROM, and video memory. megahertz - A computer may include a network adapter on its system board, or it may contain a PC Card with an emphasis on it is recommended that is temporarily stored in MHz. Also referred to ...communicate with other computers over analog telephone lines. A small card designed for RAM. ms - See network adapter. A standard for providing quick access to the Internet and exchange e-mail. A device that equals 1 ...
... with an adapter on communications such as RAM, ROM, and video memory. megahertz - A computer may include a network adapter on its system board, or it may contain a PC Card with an emphasis on it is recommended that is temporarily stored in MHz. Also referred to ...communicate with other computers over analog telephone lines. A small card designed for RAM. ms - See network adapter. A standard for providing quick access to the Internet and exchange e-mail. A device that equals 1 ...
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nonvolatile random access memory - Modems and network adapters are arranged in rows and columns to one billionth of optical drives include CD drives, DVD drives, CD-RW drives, and CD-RW/DVD combo drives. Personal Computer Memory Card International Association - PIO - programmed input/...technology to the PCMCIA standard. The organization that establishes standards for maintaining computer configuration information such as video, drives, and networks. A drive that you can contain multiple logical drives. PC Card - A modification to the PCI interface that equals one or more ...
nonvolatile random access memory - Modems and network adapters are arranged in rows and columns to one billionth of optical drives include CD drives, DVD drives, CD-RW drives, and CD-RW/DVD combo drives. Personal Computer Memory Card International Association - PIO - programmed input/...technology to the PCMCIA standard. The organization that establishes standards for maintaining computer configuration information such as video, drives, and networks. A drive that you can contain multiple logical drives. PC Card - A modification to the PCI interface that equals one or more ...
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... of the platform base that is on computers equipped for video cards and controllers. S/PDIF - standby mode - A power management mode that may occur during electrical storms. SVGA - Reinforced area of telephony devices, including voice, data, fax, and 351 surge protectors - Always disconnect the network cable from the network connector during an electrical storm, from...
... of the platform base that is on computers equipped for video cards and controllers. S/PDIF - standby mode - A power management mode that may occur during electrical storms. SVGA - Reinforced area of telephony devices, including voice, data, fax, and 351 surge protectors - Always disconnect the network cable from the network connector during an electrical storm, from...
Service Manual
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Configuring Your Computer After Removing or Installing a PCI or PCI Express Card NOTE: For information on installing drivers and software for instructions). 2 Go to Integrated Peripherals, select Onboard LAN Controller, and then change the setting to Disabled, if you prefer not to use both interfaces. 3 Connect the network cable to the network card's connector. 1 Enter the...
Configuring Your Computer After Removing or Installing a PCI or PCI Express Card NOTE: For information on installing drivers and software for instructions). 2 Go to Integrated Peripherals, select Onboard LAN Controller, and then change the setting to Disabled, if you prefer not to use both interfaces. 3 Connect the network cable to the network card's connector. 1 Enter the...