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... components ...8 Display components ...9 Bottom components ...10 Wireless antennas ...11 Additional hardware components 11 Identifying the labels ...12 3 Programs Identifying installed programs ...15 Installing programs ...18 4 Internet Connecting to a wireless network ...20 Using wireless devices ...20 Identifying wireless network icons 20 Using the wireless controls 20 Using the wireless switch 20 Using a WLAN...
... components ...8 Display components ...9 Bottom components ...10 Wireless antennas ...11 Additional hardware components 11 Identifying the labels ...12 3 Programs Identifying installed programs ...15 Installing programs ...18 4 Internet Connecting to a wireless network ...20 Using wireless devices ...20 Identifying wireless network icons 20 Using the wireless controls 20 Using the wireless switch 20 Using a WLAN...
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4 Internet The following types of Internet access are supported on page 24. 19 To learn about connecting to a broadband network, refer to Connecting to a wireless network on page 20. ● Wired-For broadband network access, use a wireless connection. To learn about setting up a wireless network or connecting to an existing network, refer to Connecting to a wired network on the device: ● Wireless-For mobile Internet access, use the RJ-45 (network) jack.
4 Internet The following types of Internet access are supported on page 24. 19 To learn about connecting to a broadband network, refer to Connecting to a wireless network on page 20. ● Wired-For broadband network access, use a wireless connection. To learn about setting up a wireless network or connecting to an existing network, refer to Connecting to a wired network on the device: ● Wireless-For mobile Internet access, use the RJ-45 (network) jack.
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...with a wireless router or a wireless access point. The wireless local area network (WLAN) device connects to wireless local area networks (commonly referred to as Wi-Fi networks, wireless LANs, or .... Identifying wireless network icons Name Wireless network (connected) Wireless network (disconnected) Description Indicates that one or more wireless devices, and one wireless light. Connecting to a wireless network Using wireless devices Wireless ...one or more of your WLAN devices are not connected to the network. An 802.11g WLAN device is amber, all of the wireless devices ...
...with a wireless router or a wireless access point. The wireless local area network (WLAN) device connects to wireless local area networks (commonly referred to as Wi-Fi networks, wireless LANs, or .... Identifying wireless network icons Name Wireless network (connected) Wireless network (disconnected) Description Indicates that one or more wireless devices, and one wireless light. Connecting to a wireless network Using wireless devices Wireless ...one or more of your WLAN devices are not connected to the network. An 802.11g WLAN device is amber, all of the wireless devices ...
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... equipment: ● A broadband modem (either DSL or cable) (1) and high-speed Internet service purchased from an Internet service provider (ISP) ● A wireless router (purchased separately) (2) ● Your HP MINI (3) The illustration below shows an example of a wireless network installation that is connected to the Internet. New technologies are being developed by wireless manufacturers and hotspot service...
... equipment: ● A broadband modem (either DSL or cable) (1) and high-speed Internet service purchased from an Internet service provider (ISP) ● A wireless router (purchased separately) (2) ● Your HP MINI (3) The illustration below shows an example of a wireless network installation that is connected to the Internet. New technologies are being developed by wireless manufacturers and hotspot service...
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... your network If possible, prevent your network name (SSID) from unauthorized access. Alternatively, you can pick up unprotected signals and either connect to protect your WLAN: ● Use a wireless transmitter with built-in security Many wireless base stations, gateways, or routers provide ... Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is a wireless security protocol that the wireless device is blue. The Wireless Networks window opens. 22 Chapter 4 Internet Usually, you can protect your network from the most common wireless security risks. ● Work behind a firewall A firewall is available for...
... your network If possible, prevent your network name (SSID) from unauthorized access. Alternatively, you can pick up unprotected signals and either connect to protect your WLAN: ● Use a wireless transmitter with built-in security Many wireless base stations, gateways, or routers provide ... Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is a wireless security protocol that the wireless device is blue. The Wireless Networks window opens. 22 Chapter 4 Internet Usually, you can protect your network from the most common wireless security risks. ● Work behind a firewall A firewall is available for...
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.... Check with your ISP and the user guides included with each public WLAN location for and connect to a network or to your device is displayed. After the connection is unsecured, meaning that list public WLANs include Cisco Internet Mobile Office Wireless Locations, Hotspotlist, and Geektools. 3. NOTE: The functional range (how far your wireless...
.... Check with your ISP and the user guides included with each public WLAN location for and connect to a network or to your device is displayed. After the connection is unsecured, meaning that list public WLANs include Cisco Internet Mobile Office Wireless Locations, Hotspotlist, and Geektools. 3. NOTE: The functional range (how far your wireless...
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... circuitry (1), which prevents interference from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable into a network wall jack (2). 24 Chapter 4 Internet To connect the network cable: WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to a local area network (LAN) requires an 8-pin,... RJ-45 network (Ethernet) cable (purchased separately). Plug the other end of the cable (2) toward the device. Connecting to a wired network Connecting to the equipment, do not plug a modem cable or telephone cable into the network jack (1) of the device. 2.
... circuitry (1), which prevents interference from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable into a network wall jack (2). 24 Chapter 4 Internet To connect the network cable: WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to a local area network (LAN) requires an 8-pin,... RJ-45 network (Ethernet) cable (purchased separately). Plug the other end of the cable (2) toward the device. Connecting to a wired network Connecting to the equipment, do not plug a modem cable or telephone cable into the network jack (1) of the device. 2.
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... Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that traditionally link electronic devices such as the following: ● Computers (desktop, notebook, Internet devices, PDA) ● Phones (cellular, cordless, smart phone) ● Imaging devices (printer, camera) ● Audio devices (headset, speakers...
... Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that traditionally link electronic devices such as the following: ● Computers (desktop, notebook, Internet devices, PDA) ● Phones (cellular, cordless, smart phone) ● Imaging devices (printer, camera) ● Audio devices (headset, speakers...
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NOTE: For additional information about Pidgin, go to chat with friends on multiple instant messaging programs simultaneously. NOTE: To create instant messages, you to http://www.pidgin.im. 5 Instant messages Pidgin is the instant messaging (IM) program that is installed on -screen instructions to enable your device. To open Pidgin, follow these steps: 1. Follow the on your Pidgin account and start creating instant messages. 31 Pidgin allows you must have an Internet connection. Click Start New Program > Internet > Pidgin. 2.
NOTE: For additional information about Pidgin, go to chat with friends on multiple instant messaging programs simultaneously. NOTE: To create instant messages, you to http://www.pidgin.im. 5 Instant messages Pidgin is the instant messaging (IM) program that is installed on -screen instructions to enable your device. To open Pidgin, follow these steps: 1. Follow the on your Pidgin account and start creating instant messages. 31 Pidgin allows you must have an Internet connection. Click Start New Program > Internet > Pidgin. 2.
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...and then click Set as a screen saver slide show. For additional safety information, refer to the information provided with instant messaging programs. Connecting external audio devices WARNING! Checking your audio functions To check the system sound on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. Click the Sounds ...tab. 3. Select a sound from the Internet. ● Create multimedia presentations using audio and images. ● Transmit sound and images with the device. Under System Sounds, select the...
...and then click Set as a screen saver slide show. For additional safety information, refer to the information provided with instant messaging programs. Connecting external audio devices WARNING! Checking your audio functions To check the system sound on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. Click the Sounds ...tab. 3. Select a sound from the Internet. ● Create multimedia presentations using audio and images. ● Transmit sound and images with the device. Under System Sounds, select the...
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... video features: ● Watch movies ● Play games over the Internet ● Edit pictures and video to create presentations ● Connect external video devices Connecting an external monitor or projector The expansion port connects an external display device such as an external monitor or a projector....the cable. NOTE: The following file formats are in the file manager, HP MediaStyle automatically detects the files that are supported: .wmv, .mpeg2, .mpeg4, .mp4, .avi, and .H264. NOTE: If a properly connected external display device does not display an image, press fn+f2 to ...
... video features: ● Watch movies ● Play games over the Internet ● Edit pictures and video to create presentations ● Connect external video devices Connecting an external monitor or projector The expansion port connects an external display device such as an external monitor or a projector....the cable. NOTE: The following file formats are in the file manager, HP MediaStyle automatically detects the files that are supported: .wmv, .mpeg2, .mpeg4, .mp4, .avi, and .H264. NOTE: If a properly connected external display device does not display an image, press fn+f2 to ...
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... call or video chat. You can have a Skype account set up : 1. Type your webcam, click the Help menu in . 3. Click Start New Program > Internet > Skype. 2. For additional information about using the webcam: ● Be sure that is included on -screen instructions to set up your device. Click Start New.... 2. Follow the on -screen instructions to begin your conference call or video chat with Skype if you do not have an Internet connection. With Skype, you can also chat with Skype if you already have a conference call or video chat. Click Don't have the latest version ...
... call or video chat. You can have a Skype account set up : 1. Type your webcam, click the Help menu in . 3. Click Start New Program > Internet > Skype. 2. For additional information about using the webcam: ● Be sure that is included on -screen instructions to set up your device. Click Start New.... 2. Follow the on -screen instructions to begin your conference call or video chat with Skype if you do not have an Internet connection. With Skype, you can also chat with Skype if you already have a conference call or video chat. Click Don't have the latest version ...
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...outlet. 76 Chapter 16 Software updates 16 Software updates Updated versions of the BIOS, the operating system, and other software is connected to an optional power source. During the download and installation, follow these instructions: Do not shut down the device or initiate ...connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord. CAUTION: To prevent an unsuccessful installation or damage to the device, download and install a BIOS update only when the device is provided with your device through Update Manager. NOTE: Before you can update software, the device must be connected to the Internet...
...outlet. 76 Chapter 16 Software updates 16 Software updates Updated versions of the BIOS, the operating system, and other software is connected to an optional power source. During the download and installation, follow these instructions: Do not shut down the device or initiate ...connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord. CAUTION: To prevent an unsuccessful installation or damage to the device, download and install a BIOS update only when the device is provided with your device through Update Manager. NOTE: Before you can update software, the device must be connected to the Internet...
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...HP Mini Mobile Drive Bay identifying 8 using 62 hubs 61 I icons Critical Update Manager 77 Help 3 Home 2 Mail 2 Program Switcher 2 Update Manager 77 wireless network 20 installing software updates 76 instant messages, creating 31 Instant Messenger configuring 31 opening 31 internal display switch, identifying 9 internal microphone, identifying 9, 44 Internet browsing 28 connecting... 19 searching 28 Internet connection setup 21 Internet programs 15 J jacks audio-in (microphone) 8, 44 audio...
...HP Mini Mobile Drive Bay identifying 8 using 62 hubs 61 I icons Critical Update Manager 77 Help 3 Home 2 Mail 2 Program Switcher 2 Update Manager 77 wireless network 20 installing software updates 76 instant messages, creating 31 Instant Messenger configuring 31 opening 31 internal display switch, identifying 9 internal microphone, identifying 9, 44 Internet browsing 28 connecting... 19 searching 28 Internet connection setup 21 Internet programs 15 J jacks audio-in (microphone) 8, 44 audio...
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... 26 Using a WLAN ...27 Setting up a WLAN 27 Protecting your WLAN 28 Connecting to a WLAN 29 Roaming to another network 29 Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only 29 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only 31 Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS 31 4 Multimedia Multimedia features ...32 Identifying your multimedia components 32 Adjusting...
... 26 Using a WLAN ...27 Setting up a WLAN 27 Protecting your WLAN 28 Connecting to a WLAN 29 Roaming to another network 29 Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only 29 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only 31 Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS 31 4 Multimedia Multimedia features ...32 Identifying your multimedia components 32 Adjusting...
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To learn about setting up a wireless network or adding your device to an existing network, refer to the "Connecting to a broadband network using the RJ-45 (network) jack. ● Wireless-For mobile Internet access, you can access the Internet by connecting to a wireless network" section. 23 3 Internet Your device supports the following types of Internet access: ● Wired-You can use a wireless connection.
To learn about setting up a wireless network or adding your device to an existing network, refer to the "Connecting to a broadband network using the RJ-45 (network) jack. ● Wireless-For mobile Internet access, you can access the Internet by connecting to a wireless network" section. 23 3 Internet Your device supports the following types of Internet access: ● Wired-You can use a wireless connection.
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Plug the network cable into a network wall jack (2). 24 Chapter 3 Internet If the network cable contains noise suppression circuitry (1), which prevents interference from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable into the ... damage to a local area network (LAN) requires an 8-pin, RJ-45 network cable (purchased separately). To connect the network cable: WARNING! Plug the other end of the cable (2) toward the device. Connecting to a wired network Connecting to the equipment, do not plug a modem cable or telephone cable into an RJ-45 (network) jack...
Plug the network cable into a network wall jack (2). 24 Chapter 3 Internet If the network cable contains noise suppression circuitry (1), which prevents interference from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable into the ... damage to a local area network (LAN) requires an 8-pin, RJ-45 network cable (purchased separately). To connect the network cable: WARNING! Plug the other end of the cable (2) toward the device. Connecting to a wired network Connecting to the equipment, do not plug a modem cable or telephone cable into an RJ-45 (network) jack...
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...wireless devices, and one wireless light. NOTE: Enabling or turning on or off using the Wireless Assistant software. Using HP Connection Manager software Connection Manager allows you turn on or turn on the device. If a wireless device is on (blue) when you to...status of individual devices. Because the wireless devices are connected to manage your Internet profiles, SMS (Short Message Service) messaging, connection devices and methods, and edit additional settings. ▲ To start Connection Manager, click the HP Connection Manager icon in the notification area, at the far...
...wireless devices, and one wireless light. NOTE: Enabling or turning on or off using the Wireless Assistant software. Using HP Connection Manager software Connection Manager allows you turn on or turn on the device. If a wireless device is on (blue) when you to...status of individual devices. Because the wireless devices are connected to manage your Internet profiles, SMS (Short Message Service) messaging, connection devices and methods, and edit additional settings. ▲ To start Connection Manager, click the HP Connection Manager icon in the notification area, at the far...
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..., complete the following steps to Wireless Assistant icon in the notification area. 2. Using a WLAN With a WLAN device, you must connect to share an Internet connection, a printer, and files without requiring additional pieces of hardware or software. To use the WLAN device in your device, you can...are linked by double-clicking the icon in notification area. 4. Click Apply. Click Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connections > HP Wireless Assistant. 2. Select the check box next to change Wireless Assistant properties: 1. For more information, refer to a wireless network 27...
..., complete the following steps to Wireless Assistant icon in the notification area. 2. Using a WLAN With a WLAN device, you must connect to share an Internet connection, a printer, and files without requiring additional pieces of hardware or software. To use the WLAN device in your device, you can...are linked by double-clicking the icon in notification area. 4. Click Apply. Click Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connections > HP Wireless Assistant. 2. Select the check box next to change Wireless Assistant properties: 1. For more information, refer to a wireless network 27...
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...allow the network to assign the WEP key. Usually, you set up unprotected signals and either connect to your network activities to noncritical e-mail and basic Internet surfing. Most networks initially broadcast the name, telling any device nearby that make the public environment ... network If possible, prevent your network exists. 28 Chapter 3 Internet Alternatively, you can take precautions to access the Internet. However, you can protect your WLAN. Without the correct key, others will not be connected to the network to protect your network is a wireless security ...
...allow the network to assign the WEP key. Usually, you set up unprotected signals and either connect to your network activities to noncritical e-mail and basic Internet surfing. Most networks initially broadcast the name, telling any device nearby that make the public environment ... network If possible, prevent your network exists. 28 Chapter 3 Internet Alternatively, you can take precautions to access the Internet. However, you can protect your WLAN. Without the correct key, others will not be connected to the network to protect your network is a wireless security ...