Wireless Setup Guide
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...security enabled. Encryption key provided. TIP: If you did not buy a wireless-enabled notebook, you 're ready to set up your wireless router. TIP: You can buy one device that acts as both a wireless router and a cable/DSL modem. No action required. Your Internet service provider... for "WPA." 2 Start 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. With these 3 pieces, you can buy a wireless PC Card to -Point over Ethernet User Name (ID) Host Name Password Service Name...
...security enabled. Encryption key provided. TIP: If you did not buy a wireless-enabled notebook, you 're ready to set up your wireless router. TIP: You can buy one device that acts as both a wireless router and a cable/DSL modem. No action required. Your Internet service provider... for "WPA." 2 Start 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. With these 3 pieces, you can buy a wireless PC Card to -Point over Ethernet User Name (ID) Host Name Password Service Name...
Wireless Setup Guide
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.... 2 Make sure that you when to connect and disconnect the cable.) DSL Modem Internet or Router Ethernet Cable (shown in green) Wireless Router Cable Modem Network connections with the router. Web site. 3 Ensure that the computer is connected to AC power during the router setup... with the computer. Refer to the information you cannot access a Web site, repeat steps 1 5 During router configuration, check whether the wireless router security level is set up correctly. Record this process your or WPA-PSK. The router instructions will tell you have tested your Web...
.... 2 Make sure that you when to connect and disconnect the cable.) DSL Modem Internet or Router Ethernet Cable (shown in green) Wireless Router Cable Modem Network connections with the router. Web site. 3 Ensure that the computer is connected to AC power during the router setup... with the computer. Refer to the information you cannot access a Web site, repeat steps 1 5 During router configuration, check whether the wireless router security level is set up correctly. Record this process your or WPA-PSK. The router instructions will tell you have tested your Web...
Wireless Setup Guide
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... field. (You recorded this key in the "My Router Security Level" table on page 2.) 2 Retype the pass phrase 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 access a Web site. 4 6 Run...
... field. (You recorded this key in the "My Router Security Level" table on page 2.) 2 Retype the pass phrase 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 access a Web site. 4 6 Run...
Wireless Setup Guide
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... from a local retailer. Note: There are security encryption protocols. DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) modem-A device that provides a wireless link between a wireless-enabled device and a wired network. WEP and WPA are additional means of information. Secure your network You don't go to... data thieves, malicious email attachments, and other network device that automatically assigns TCP/IP network settings (IP address, DNS, default wireless gateway) to any device that connects a computer to the cable television network, which translates the names of the following security measures...
... from a local retailer. Note: There are security encryption protocols. DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) modem-A device that provides a wireless link between a wireless-enabled device and a wired network. WEP and WPA are additional means of information. Secure your network You don't go to... data thieves, malicious email attachments, and other network device that automatically assigns TCP/IP network settings (IP address, DNS, default wireless gateway) to any device that connects a computer to the cable television network, which translates the names of the following security measures...
Wireless Setup Guide
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...locations. What Is? In some environments, the use the term ESSID (Extended Services Set Identifier). 6 Some manufacturers use of your new wireless world. SSID (Services Set Identifier)-The name you can connect to data transport. Web sites that applies to the use of the policy... shows up when your network. Check with new locations being added daily. home or small-office network-Two or more devices (wired and wireless) connected to identify a computer or device on . DID YOU KNOW... IP (Internet Protocol) address-The address used by the manufacturer to...
...locations. What Is? In some environments, the use the term ESSID (Extended Services Set Identifier). 6 Some manufacturers use of your new wireless world. SSID (Services Set Identifier)-The name you can connect to data transport. Web sites that applies to the use of the policy... shows up when your network. Check with new locations being added daily. home or small-office network-Two or more devices (wired and wireless) connected to identify a computer or device on . DID YOU KNOW... IP (Internet Protocol) address-The address used by the manufacturer to...
Wireless Setup Guide
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... Broadest availability Compatible with the computer, and at http://www.hp.com/go/wireless, on number-sequence encryption. WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access)-A specificationbased, interoperable wireless security feature for 802.11 wireless network technology that specifies an "over-the-air" interface using... proximity for home and small-office networks, wireless resources are located on the HP Web site at a variety of other Internet Web sites, including: ■ wireless.com ■ pcworld.com ■ searchnetworking.com ■ wireless.pcmag.com ■ wi-fi.org ■...
... Broadest availability Compatible with the computer, and at http://www.hp.com/go/wireless, on number-sequence encryption. WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access)-A specificationbased, interoperable wireless security feature for 802.11 wireless network technology that specifies an "over-the-air" interface using... proximity for home and small-office networks, wireless resources are located on the HP Web site at a variety of other Internet Web sites, including: ■ wireless.com ■ pcworld.com ■ searchnetworking.com ■ wireless.pcmag.com ■ wi-fi.org ■...
Modem and Local Area Network - Windows Vista
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Index C cable LAN 8 modem 2 country-specific modem cable adapter 3 L local area network (LAN) cable required 8 connecting cable 8 M modem cable connecting 2 country-specific cable adapter 3 noise suppression circuitry 1 modem software setting/adding location 4 travel connection problems 6 N network cable 8 noise suppression circuitry, modem cable 1 S software, modem 4 T troubleshooting modem 6 W wireless network (WLAN) 8 See also local area network (LAN) 10 Index ENWW
Index C cable LAN 8 modem 2 country-specific modem cable adapter 3 L local area network (LAN) cable required 8 connecting cable 8 M modem cable connecting 2 country-specific cable adapter 3 noise suppression circuitry 1 modem software setting/adding location 4 travel connection problems 6 N network cable 8 noise suppression circuitry, modem cable 1 S software, modem 4 T troubleshooting modem 6 W wireless network (WLAN) 8 See also local area network (LAN) 10 Index ENWW
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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... Protecting your WLAN ...14 3 Using a WLAN Connecting to a WLAN ...16 Roaming to another network ...17 4 Using HP Broadband Wireless (select models only) 5 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS 20 6 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Cannot connect to a WLAN ...22 Cannot launch WLAN ...23 Network status icon is not...
... Protecting your WLAN ...14 3 Using a WLAN Connecting to a WLAN ...16 Roaming to another network ...17 4 Using HP Broadband Wireless (select models only) 5 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS 20 6 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Cannot connect to a WLAN ...22 Cannot launch WLAN ...23 Network status icon is not...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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... other Bluetooth-enabled devices such as airports, restaurants, coffee shops, hotels, and universities. An 802.11g WLAN device is available. Computers with a wireless router or a wireless access point. ● HP Broadband Wireless Module (WWAN device)-Provides access to information wherever mobile network operator service is backward compatible with other devices, and devices must be...
... other Bluetooth-enabled devices such as airports, restaurants, coffee shops, hotels, and universities. An 802.11g WLAN device is available. Computers with a wireless router or a wireless access point. ● HP Broadband Wireless Module (WWAN device)-Provides access to information wherever mobile network operator service is backward compatible with other devices, and devices must be...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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Network status (disconnected) Indicates that one or more of the wireless lights, the wireless button, and the Wireless Assistant software. Network status (connected) Indicates that one or more of your WLAN or LAN drivers are installed and one or more WLAN devices are connected to the network. Identifying wireless and network status icons Icon Name Wireless Description Identifies the location of your WLAN or LAN drivers are installed but no WLAN devices are connected to the network. 2 Chapter 1 Using wireless devices (select models only)
Network status (disconnected) Indicates that one or more of the wireless lights, the wireless button, and the Wireless Assistant software. Network status (connected) Indicates that one or more of your WLAN or LAN drivers are installed and one or more WLAN devices are connected to the network. Identifying wireless and network status icons Icon Name Wireless Description Identifies the location of your WLAN or LAN drivers are installed but no WLAN devices are connected to the network. 2 Chapter 1 Using wireless devices (select models only)
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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Using the wireless controls You can control the wireless devices in your computer using these features: ● Wireless button or wireless switch (referred to in this guide as the wireless button) ● Wireless Assistant software (select models only) ● Operating system controls Using the wireless controls 3
Using the wireless controls You can control the wireless devices in your computer using these features: ● Wireless button or wireless switch (referred to in this guide as the wireless button) ● Wireless Assistant software (select models only) ● Operating system controls Using the wireless controls 3
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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Using the wireless button The computer has a wireless button, one or more wireless devices, and one wireless device is on. If the wireless light is amber when all wireless devices are turned off. NOTE: On some models, the wireless light is off, all wireless devices are off the wireless devices simultaneously. All of the wireless devices on your wireless devices, not the...
Using the wireless button The computer has a wireless button, one or more wireless devices, and one wireless device is on. If the wireless light is amber when all wireless devices are turned off. NOTE: On some models, the wireless light is off, all wireless devices are off the wireless devices simultaneously. All of the wireless devices on your wireless devices, not the...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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... in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, and Wireless Assistant is located in the bottom left of the wireless devices, click Start > Windows Mobility Center >Wireless Assistant, which is installed, complete the following steps to reapply the WLAN ... the Wireless Assistant software. Click Properties > Wireless Assistant > Apply. Open Wireless Assistant by the Setup Utility before it must be reenabled by clicking the wireless icon in Windows Mobility Center. 2. Using Wireless Assistant software (select models only) A wireless device can be turned on a wireless device...
... in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, and Wireless Assistant is located in the bottom left of the wireless devices, click Start > Windows Mobility Center >Wireless Assistant, which is installed, complete the following steps to reapply the WLAN ... the Wireless Assistant software. Click Properties > Wireless Assistant > Apply. Open Wireless Assistant by the Setup Utility before it must be reenabled by clicking the wireless icon in Windows Mobility Center. 2. Using Wireless Assistant software (select models only) A wireless device can be turned on a wireless device...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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Using operating system controls Some operating systems also offer a way to the user guide for your operating system. 6 Chapter 1 Using wireless devices (select models only) For more information, refer to manage integrated wireless devices and the wireless connection.
Using operating system controls Some operating systems also offer a way to the user guide for your operating system. 6 Chapter 1 Using wireless devices (select models only) For more information, refer to manage integrated wireless devices and the wireless connection.
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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2 Setting up a WLAN (select models only) Setting up a secure WLAN in minutes. 7 To simplify the setup process, HP provides a downloadable Network Assistant that discovers your router and the wireless devices in your computer and sets up a WLAN allows you to connect multiple computers together, share a printer, and access the Internet without using cables.
2 Setting up a WLAN (select models only) Setting up a secure WLAN in minutes. 7 To simplify the setup process, HP provides a downloadable Network Assistant that discovers your router and the wireless devices in your computer and sets up a WLAN allows you to connect multiple computers together, share a printer, and access the Internet without using cables.
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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... Internet service provider (ISP) will provide you with the modem, Internet service, and the broadband Internet configuration settings. ● Wireless access point or wireless router, which provides the gateway for accessing your Internet connection or fixed WLAN. ● WLAN device for your computer, such... as one of the following: ◦ Integrated wireless device ◦ PC Card adapter ◦ USB adapter 8 Chapter 2 Setting up a WLAN, be sure to have the following: ● High-speed Internet...
... Internet service provider (ISP) will provide you with the modem, Internet service, and the broadband Internet configuration settings. ● Wireless access point or wireless router, which provides the gateway for accessing your Internet connection or fixed WLAN. ● WLAN device for your computer, such... as one of the following: ◦ Integrated wireless device ◦ PC Card adapter ◦ USB adapter 8 Chapter 2 Setting up a WLAN, be sure to have the following: ● High-speed Internet...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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In the Automatic configuration section, select the Automatically detect settings check box, and then click OK. Connect the wireless router (purchased separately) (2) to the computer (3) using an Ethernet cable. 3. Connect the router to the cable or DSL modem using an ... a modem to your computer can connect to the Internet. Preparing the router and the computer 9 Preparing the router and the computer Since the HP Network Assistant is a Web-based application, you can access the Internet by opening Internet Explorer and connecting to establish the wired connection: 1. Verify...
In the Automatic configuration section, select the Automatically detect settings check box, and then click OK. Connect the wireless router (purchased separately) (2) to the computer (3) using an Ethernet cable. 3. Connect the router to the cable or DSL modem using an ... a modem to your computer can connect to the Internet. Preparing the router and the computer 9 Preparing the router and the computer Since the HP Network Assistant is a Web-based application, you can access the Internet by opening Internet Explorer and connecting to establish the wired connection: 1. Verify...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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Open Wireless Assistant by your router manufacturer or your ISP to set up a WLAN (select models only) NOTE: Network Assistant supports most commercially available routers. or - Network .... If Network Assistant cannot identify the router, it will not be able to use Network Assistant and should use the information provided by clicking the wireless icon in Windows Mobility Center. 3. If Network Assistant identifies the router, it will prompt you to configure the router. - If the router you are using...
Open Wireless Assistant by your router manufacturer or your ISP to set up a WLAN (select models only) NOTE: Network Assistant supports most commercially available routers. or - Network .... If Network Assistant cannot identify the router, it will not be able to use Network Assistant and should use the information provided by clicking the wireless icon in Windows Mobility Center. 3. If Network Assistant identifies the router, it will prompt you to configure the router. - If the router you are using...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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... click Generate. You may accept the existing values or you may enter new values. HP recommends that your existing router configuration, it will select a unique network key for permission to the Internet through a router, it displays the basic wireless router settings. Network Assistant will prompt you for you. Configuring router settings When...
... click Generate. You may accept the existing values or you may enter new values. HP recommends that your existing router configuration, it will select a unique network key for permission to the Internet through a router, it displays the basic wireless router settings. Network Assistant will prompt you for you. Configuring router settings When...