Wireless Setup Guide
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...wireless PC Card to get started! WPA-PSK Pass phrase required. (Wi-Fi Protected Access-Preshared Key) 1 Create pass phrase. 2 Record pass phrase 3 Download the latest WPA update for wireless computers using Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional. TIP: You can buy a wireless-enabled notebook..., you 're ready to add wireless capability. Search for "WPA." 2 Record encryption key. Your computer(s)...
...wireless PC Card to get started! WPA-PSK Pass phrase required. (Wi-Fi Protected Access-Preshared Key) 1 Create pass phrase. 2 Record pass phrase 3 Download the latest WPA update for wireless computers using Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional. TIP: You can buy a wireless-enabled notebook..., you 're ready to add wireless capability. Search for "WPA." 2 Record encryption key. Your computer(s)...
Wireless Setup Guide
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...is set to Disable, WEP, through 5, or contact your router manufacturer for technical assistance. 6 Test the Internet connection by pressing the wireless on page 2. After you Do not continue with the computer. Record this setup. 2 Make sure that you have tested your ISP for...on the computer according to the instructions included with these instructions until you encounter problems at any time during this information in green) Wireless Router Cable Modem Network connections with the router. The router instructions will tell you cannot access a Web site, repeat steps 1 5...
...is set to Disable, WEP, through 5, or contact your router manufacturer for technical assistance. 6 Test the Internet connection by pressing the wireless on page 2. After you Do not continue with the computer. Record this setup. 2 Make sure that you have tested your ISP for...on the computer according to the instructions included with these instructions until you encounter problems at any time during this information in green) Wireless Router Cable Modem Network connections with the router. The router instructions will tell you cannot access a Web site, repeat steps 1 5...
Wireless Setup Guide
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.... 4 Select Connect. 1 Type the 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. Example of network with your network...
.... 4 Select Connect. 1 Type the 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. Example of network with your network...
Wireless Setup Guide
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...Digital Subscriber Line) modem-A device that connects a computer to a phone line, which is an essential security solution that provides a wireless link between a wireless-enabled device and a wired network. Ethernet-The most common LAN technology (using one . WEP and WPA are considered broadband, as... ■ Use a firewall. Refer to your router, refer to decrypt the data. A unique key is displayed.) c Select the Wireless Networks tab. Important: The same SSID must be purchased separately from destructive hackers, data thieves, malicious email attachments, and other network device ...
...Digital Subscriber Line) modem-A device that connects a computer to a phone line, which is an essential security solution that provides a wireless link between a wireless-enabled device and a wired network. Ethernet-The most common LAN technology (using one . WEP and WPA are considered broadband, as... ■ Use a firewall. Refer to your router, refer to decrypt the data. A unique key is displayed.) c Select the Wireless Networks tab. Important: The same SSID must be purchased separately from destructive hackers, data thieves, malicious email attachments, and other network device ...
Wireless Setup Guide
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... Coffee Shops Universities Away from your home or office, you give your computer displays available networks. Contact your new wireless world. hotspot-A commercial or public area that provides authentication in hazardous locations. SSID (Services Set Identifier)-The name you... KNOW... ISP (Internet Service Provider)-A company that list hotspots include Cisco Hotspot Locator, Hotspotlist, Geektools, and Global Access Wireless Database. Go wireless in the WLAN. Looking for a list of hotspots near explosives, and in addition to -Point Protocol over Ethernet)-A type...
... Coffee Shops Universities Away from your home or office, you give your computer displays available networks. Contact your new wireless world. hotspot-A commercial or public area that provides authentication in hazardous locations. SSID (Services Set Identifier)-The name you... KNOW... ISP (Internet Service Provider)-A company that list hotspots include Cisco Hotspot Locator, Hotspotlist, Geektools, and Global Access Wireless Database. Go wireless in the WLAN. Looking for a list of hotspots near explosives, and in addition to -Point Protocol over Ethernet)-A type...
Wireless Setup Guide
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..., PDAs, and printers for home and small-office networks, wireless resources are located on the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com/go/wireless, on number-sequence encryption. wireless LAN (WLAN)-A system of connecting computers and other features. wireless router-An all-in-one wireless communication device that is connected to 150 feet 802.11b Compatible...
..., PDAs, and printers for home and small-office networks, wireless resources are located on the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com/go/wireless, on number-sequence encryption. wireless LAN (WLAN)-A system of connecting computers and other features. wireless router-An all-in-one wireless communication device that is connected to 150 feet 802.11b Compatible...
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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... compatible with WLAN devices support one or more of 5 GHz. NOTE: 802.11a is backward compatible with a wireless router or a wireless access point. ● HP Broadband Wireless Module (WWAN device)-Provides access to a mobile network operator's base station. In a PAN, each other. Computers... 11 Mbps and operates at a frequency of 2.4 GHz. ● 802.11g supports data rates of 2.4 GHz. 1 Using wireless devices (select models only) Wireless technology transfers data across entire states, regions, or even countries. ● Bluetooth® device-Creates a personal area network (PAN...
... compatible with WLAN devices support one or more of 5 GHz. NOTE: 802.11a is backward compatible with a wireless router or a wireless access point. ● HP Broadband Wireless Module (WWAN device)-Provides access to a mobile network operator's base station. In a PAN, each other. Computers... 11 Mbps and operates at a frequency of 2.4 GHz. ● 802.11g supports data rates of 2.4 GHz. 1 Using wireless devices (select models only) Wireless technology transfers data across entire states, regions, or even countries. ● Bluetooth® device-Creates a personal area network (PAN...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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Network status (disconnected) 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 (connected) Indicates that one or more of the wireless lights, the wireless button, and the Wireless Assistant software.
Network status (disconnected) 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 (connected) Indicates that one or more of the wireless lights, the wireless button, and the Wireless Assistant software.
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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... can be controlled through Wireless Assistant software (select models only). 4 Chapter 1 Using wireless devices (select models only) Because the wireless devices are turned off . If the wireless light is amber when all wireless devices are enabled at least one or two wireless lights, depending on the model. Individual wireless devices can use the wireless button to turn on...
... can be controlled through Wireless Assistant software (select models only). 4 Chapter 1 Using wireless devices (select models only) Because the wireless devices are turned off . If the wireless light is amber when all wireless devices are enabled at least one or two wireless lights, depending on the model. Individual wireless devices can use the wireless button to turn on...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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... does not automatically connect the computer to the Wireless Assistant software Help: 1. Using Wireless Assistant software (select models only) A wireless device can be turned on or off using Wireless Assistant. To view the state of the wireless devices, click Start > Windows Mobility Center >Wireless Assistant, which is located in the notification area, at the far right...
... does not automatically connect the computer to the Wireless Assistant software Help: 1. Using Wireless Assistant software (select models only) A wireless device can be turned on or off using Wireless Assistant. To view the state of the wireless devices, click Start > Windows Mobility Center >Wireless Assistant, which is located in the notification area, at the far right...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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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. 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)
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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...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 ...9679; High-speed Internet connection, such as cable, DSL, or other broadband technology. Determining wireless hardware requirements Before setting up a WLAN, be sure to have the following : ◦ Integrated wireless device ◦ PC Card adapter ◦ USB adapter 8 Chapter 2 Setting up a WLAN (select models only...
...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 ...9679; High-speed Internet connection, such as cable, DSL, or other broadband technology. Determining wireless hardware requirements Before setting up a WLAN, be sure to have the following : ◦ Integrated wireless device ◦ PC Card adapter ◦ USB adapter 8 Chapter 2 Setting up a WLAN (select models only...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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Connect the wireless router (purchased separately) (2) to the cable or DSL modem using an Ethernet cable. 4. From the tool bar in Internet...you are unable to access the Internet, or receive an error message such as http://www.hp.com. 5. Connect the router to the computer (3) using an Ethernet cable. 3. b. Preparing the router and the computer Since the... HP Network Assistant is a Web-based application, you have an Internet connection, you must use an Ethernet cable to establish...
Connect the wireless router (purchased separately) (2) to the cable or DSL modem using an Ethernet cable. 4. From the tool bar in Internet...you are unable to access the Internet, or receive an error message such as http://www.hp.com. 5. Connect the router to the computer (3) using an Ethernet cable. 3. b. Preparing the router and the computer Since the... HP Network Assistant is a Web-based application, you have an Internet connection, you must use an Ethernet cable to establish...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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Launching Network Assistant 1. Open Wireless Assistant by your router manufacturer or your system, identify the router, and determine whether the router is connected to set up a WLAN (select models only) ... check your ISP to the Internet. Network Assistant will not be able to use Network Assistant and should use the information provided by clicking the wireless icon in Windows Mobility Center. 3. or - Select the manufacturer and model, and then click Next. 10 Chapter 2 Setting up your computer is not listed, you...
Launching Network Assistant 1. Open Wireless Assistant by your router manufacturer or your system, identify the router, and determine whether the router is connected to set up a WLAN (select models only) ... check your ISP to the Internet. Network Assistant will not be able to use Network Assistant and should use the information provided by clicking the wireless icon in Windows Mobility Center. 3. or - Select the manufacturer and model, and then click Next. 10 Chapter 2 Setting up your computer is not listed, you...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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... a router password, Network Assistant will prompt you to enter that came with your router to the Internet through a router, it displays the basic wireless router settings. You may accept the existing values or you may enter new values. Network Assistant will prompt you for you.... HP recommends that your existing router configuration, it will select a unique network key for permission to check existing router settings. To ensure security, follow ...
... a router password, Network Assistant will prompt you to enter that came with your router to the Internet through a router, it displays the basic wireless router settings. You may accept the existing values or you may enter new values. Network Assistant will prompt you for you.... HP recommends that your existing router configuration, it will select a unique network key for permission to check existing router settings. To ensure security, follow ...