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... ...1 Finding more information about your new computer 1 2 Networking (select models only) ...2 Creating a wireless connection ...2 Identifying wireless and network status icons 2 Turning wireless devices on or off 4 Using HP Connection Manager (select models only 4 Using operating system controls 4 Using a WLAN ...5 Connecting to an existing WLAN 5 Setting up a new WLAN ...6 Protecting your WLAN ...6 Roaming to another...
... ...1 Finding more information about your new computer 1 2 Networking (select models only) ...2 Creating a wireless connection ...2 Identifying wireless and network status icons 2 Turning wireless devices on or off 4 Using HP Connection Manager (select models only 4 Using operating system controls 4 Using a WLAN ...5 Connecting to an existing WLAN 5 Setting up a new WLAN ...6 Protecting your WLAN ...6 Roaming to another...
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...smart cards (select models only 34 Inserting a smart card ...35 Removing a smart card ...35 Using a USB device ...35 Connecting a USB device 36 Removing a USB device ...36 Using 1394 devices (select models only 36 Connecting a 1394 device 37 Removing a 1394 device 37 Using an eSATA device (select models only 37... ...42 Handling drives ...42 Using hard drives ...43 Improving hard drive performance 43 Using Disk Defragmenter 43 Using Disk Cleanup 43 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 44 Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status 44 Managing power with a parked hard drive 44 Using...
...smart cards (select models only 34 Inserting a smart card ...35 Removing a smart card ...35 Using a USB device ...35 Connecting a USB device 36 Removing a USB device ...36 Using 1394 devices (select models only 36 Connecting a 1394 device 37 Removing a 1394 device 37 Using an eSATA device (select models only 37... ...42 Handling drives ...42 Using hard drives ...43 Improving hard drive performance 43 Using Disk Defragmenter 43 Using Disk Cleanup 43 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 44 Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status 44 Managing power with a parked hard drive 44 Using...
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... (disconnected) Indicates that one or more information on page 2. ● Wired-See Connecting to the Internet. HP Connection Manager (select models only) Wired network (connected) Opens HP Connection Manager, which enables you can connect to a wired network on . Identifying wireless and network status icons Icon Name Wireless (connected) Description Indicates that all network devices are off. Creating a wireless...
... (disconnected) Indicates that one or more information on page 2. ● Wired-See Connecting to the Internet. HP Connection Manager (select models only) Wired network (connected) Opens HP Connection Manager, which enables you can connect to a wired network on . Identifying wireless and network status icons Icon Name Wireless (connected) Description Indicates that all network devices are off. Creating a wireless...
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Creating a wireless connection 3 Icon Name Network (connected) Network (disconnected) Description Indicates that network devices are not connected to a network. Indicates that one or more network devices are available. Network (disabled/ disconnected) Indicates that no wireless connections are connected to a network.
Creating a wireless connection 3 Icon Name Network (connected) Network (disconnected) Description Indicates that network devices are not connected to a network. Indicates that one or more network devices are available. Network (disabled/ disconnected) Indicates that no wireless connections are connected to a network.
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... local area network (WLAN)/Wi-Fi ● Wireless wide area network (WWAN)/HP Mobile Broadband ● Bluetooth® HP Connection Manager provides information and notifications on connection status, power status, SIM details, and SMS messages. Turning wireless devices on ...> Network and Sharing Center. Using HP Connection Manager (select models only) HP Connection Manager provides a central location for managing your wireless devices, an interface for connecting to the desired device. - To open HP Connection Manager: ▲ Click the HP Connection Manager icon in the notification area,...
... local area network (WLAN)/Wi-Fi ● Wireless wide area network (WWAN)/HP Mobile Broadband ● Bluetooth® HP Connection Manager provides information and notifications on connection status, power status, SIM details, and SMS messages. Turning wireless devices on ...> Network and Sharing Center. Using HP Connection Manager (select models only) HP Connection Manager provides a central location for managing your wireless devices, an interface for connecting to the desired device. - To open HP Connection Manager: ▲ Click the HP Connection Manager icon in the notification area,...
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... security code. Be sure that are prompted to verify the name and status of the connection. You can choose to manually search for and connect to a network, or you can create a new network connection. 4. NOTE: The functional range (how far your WLAN from other computers and accessories ... of the taskbar. 3. Type the code, and then click OK to Wi-Fi networks, or WLANs. Using a WLAN A wireless connection connects the computer to complete the connection. Click Connect. A list of options is composed of other electronic devices or structural barriers such as walls and floors...
... security code. Be sure that are prompted to verify the name and status of the connection. You can choose to manually search for and connect to a network, or you can create a new network connection. 4. NOTE: The functional range (how far your WLAN from other computers and accessories ... of the taskbar. 3. Type the code, and then click OK to Wi-Fi networks, or WLANs. Using a WLAN A wireless connection connects the computer to complete the connection. Click Connect. A list of options is composed of other electronic devices or structural barriers such as walls and floors...
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...; Firewall-A firewall checks both data and requests for data that your computer and wireless router are available in setting up a wireless connection, be connected to the network to protect your computer in router. If you need a separate router. ● The wireless computer (3) The ...illustration shows an example of a wireless network installation that is connected to your ISP. WLANs in public areas (hotspots) like coffee shops and airports may not provide any suspicious items. Firewalls are synchronized...
...; Firewall-A firewall checks both data and requests for data that your computer and wireless router are available in setting up a wireless connection, be connected to the network to protect your computer in router. If you need a separate router. ● The wireless computer (3) The ...illustration shows an example of a wireless network installation that is connected to your ISP. WLANs in public areas (hotspots) like coffee shops and airports may not provide any suspicious items. Firewalls are synchronized...
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... Broadband Module serial number to activate service with mobile network provider service, HP Mobile Broadband gives you the freedom to stay connected to the Internet, send e-mail, or connect to your WLAN. For information on the network. Roaming to another WLAN, Windows attempts to connect to your corporate network whether you used initially to...
... Broadband Module serial number to activate service with mobile network provider service, HP Mobile Broadband gives you the freedom to stay connected to the Internet, send e-mail, or connect to your WLAN. For information on the network. Roaming to another WLAN, Windows attempts to connect to your corporate network whether you used initially to...
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...external devices. 9. Then shut down the computer through the operating system. 2. Remove the battery if the computer contains a user-replaceable battery. 6. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is firmly seated. Turn on the computer. 8 Chapter 2 Networking (select models only) Close the display. 3. .... 1. If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in on the computer. Close the display. 3. Disconnect all external devices connected to the SIM slot on the SIM, and then remove it is not replaced. 8. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. 5. ...
...external devices. 9. Then shut down the computer through the operating system. 2. Remove the battery if the computer contains a user-replaceable battery. 6. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is firmly seated. Turn on the computer. 8 Chapter 2 Networking (select models only) Close the display. 3. .... 1. If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in on the computer. Close the display. 3. Disconnect all external devices connected to the SIM slot on the SIM, and then remove it is not replaced. 8. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. 5. ...
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... (select models only) A modem must be able to connect to the equipment, do not plug a modem or telephone cable into the RJ-45 (network) jack. Using GPS (select models only) 9 Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) HP does not recommend setting up a personal area network (PAN...) of the cable (2) toward the computer. The inability to consistently connect two or more computers are not compatible with the modem. To ...
... (select models only) A modem must be able to connect to the equipment, do not plug a modem or telephone cable into the RJ-45 (network) jack. Using GPS (select models only) 9 Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) HP does not recommend setting up a personal area network (PAN...) of the cable (2) toward the computer. The inability to consistently connect two or more computers are not compatible with the modem. To ...
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Connecting a modem cable 1. Plug the modem cable into the RJ-11 telephone wall jack (2) or a route (not illustrated). 10 Chapter 2 Networking (select models only) Plug the modem cable into the modem jack (1) on the computer. 2.
Connecting a modem cable 1. Plug the modem cable into the RJ-11 telephone wall jack (2) or a route (not illustrated). 10 Chapter 2 Networking (select models only) Plug the modem cable into the modem jack (1) on the computer. 2.
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... region. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Selecting a location setting Viewing the current location selection 1. Plug the modem cable into the modem jack (1) on the computer. 2. To connect the modem to display your location. Plug the modem cable adapter (3) into the telephone wall jack. Click Region and Language...
... region. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Selecting a location setting Viewing the current location selection 1. Plug the modem cable into the modem jack (1) on the computer. 2. To connect the modem to display your location. Plug the modem cable adapter (3) into the telephone wall jack. Click Region and Language...
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...(purchased separately). Plug the other end of the network cable into the network jack (1) on the computer. 2. Connecting to a local area network (LAN) (select models only) Connecting to a wired network 13 If the network cable contains noise suppression circuitry (1), which prevents interference from TV and radio...electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not plug a modem cable or telephone cable into an RJ-45 (network) jack. To connect the network cable: 1. WARNING! Plug the network cable into a network wall jack (2) or a router (not illustrated). To reduce the risk of...
...(purchased separately). Plug the other end of the network cable into the network jack (1) on the computer. 2. Connecting to a local area network (LAN) (select models only) Connecting to a wired network 13 If the network cable contains noise suppression circuitry (1), which prevents interference from TV and radio...electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not plug a modem cable or telephone cable into an RJ-45 (network) jack. To connect the network cable: 1. WARNING! Plug the network cable into a network wall jack (2) or a router (not illustrated). To reduce the risk of...
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...! Open a multimedia program and play back the sound. To confirm or change the audio settings on your computer model, you can also be controlled through connected headphones. Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone. To confirm or change the audio settings on your computer, select Start > Control Panel > Audio. With...
...! Open a multimedia program and play back the sound. To confirm or change the audio settings on your computer model, you can also be controlled through connected headphones. Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone. To confirm or change the audio settings on your computer, select Start > Control Panel > Audio. With...
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... about your Getting Started guide. 16 Chapter 3 Multimedia VGA The external monitor port, or VGA port, is an analog display interface that connects an external VGA display device such as an external VGA monitor or a VGA projector to the computer. ▲ To... connect a VGA display device, connect the device cable to access the webcam, see your computer's video ports. Video Your computer may have one or more information, see the HP ProtectTools Getting Started guide or the Face Recognition software Help. For information...
... about your Getting Started guide. 16 Chapter 3 Multimedia VGA The external monitor port, or VGA port, is an analog display interface that connects an external VGA display device such as an external VGA monitor or a VGA projector to the computer. ▲ To... connect a VGA display device, connect the device cable to access the webcam, see your computer's video ports. Video Your computer may have one or more information, see the HP ProtectTools Getting Started guide or the Face Recognition software Help. For information...
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...on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on switching the screen image, see the device manufacturer's instructions for additional information. To connect a video or audio device to any compatible digital or audio component. NOTE: To remove the device cable, press down on ...the computer. 2. Video 17 The DisplayPort delivers higher performance than the VGA external monitor port and improves digital connectivity. DisplayPort The DisplayPort connects the computer to an optional video or audio device, such as a high-definition television, or to the DisplayPort: 1....
...on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on switching the screen image, see the device manufacturer's instructions for additional information. To connect a video or audio device to any compatible digital or audio component. NOTE: To remove the device cable, press down on ...the computer. 2. Video 17 The DisplayPort delivers higher performance than the VGA external monitor port and improves digital connectivity. DisplayPort The DisplayPort connects the computer to an optional video or audio device, such as a high-definition television, or to the DisplayPort: 1....
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... 3 Multimedia NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see the device manufacturer's instructions for HDMI To configure HDMI audio, first connect an audio or video device, such as a high-definition TV, to the HDMI port on the HDMI device. Click Set Default, and then click... OK. To return audio to the HDMI port: 1. One HDMI device can be connected to the HDMI port on the computer. 2. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on your Getting Started guide. Right...
... 3 Multimedia NOTE: For product-specific instructions on switching the screen image, see the device manufacturer's instructions for HDMI To configure HDMI audio, first connect an audio or video device, such as a high-definition TV, to the HDMI port on the HDMI device. Click Set Default, and then click... OK. To return audio to the HDMI port: 1. One HDMI device can be connected to the HDMI port on the computer. 2. The information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on your Getting Started guide. Right...
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... NOTE: A computer may have a power button or a power switch. Shutting down the computer CAUTION: Unsaved information is unresponsive and you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a Universal Serial Bus (USB) port ● When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power for at least 5 seconds...
... NOTE: A computer may have a power button or a power switch. Shutting down the computer CAUTION: Unsaved information is unresponsive and you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a Universal Serial Bus (USB) port ● When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power for at least 5 seconds...
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... and the computer turns off. Power settings and timeouts can be changed using Power Options in Hibernation. NOTE: You cannot initiate any type of networking connection or perform any of information, do not initiate Sleep or Hibernation while reading from or writing to the Shut down button, and then click Sleep.
... and the computer turns off. Power settings and timeouts can be changed using Power Options in Hibernation. NOTE: You cannot initiate any type of networking connection or perform any of information, do not initiate Sleep or Hibernation while reading from or writing to the Shut down button, and then click Sleep.
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... into external AC power. Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, running programs, display brightness, external devices connected to save battery life. NOTE: When you make informed decisions on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access...power outage. Finding additional battery information Help and Support provides the following tools and information about using, configuring, and managing HP Power Assistant, see Switchable graphics/dual graphics (select models only) on external AC power, the computer automatically switches to...
... into external AC power. Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, running programs, display brightness, external devices connected to save battery life. NOTE: When you make informed decisions on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access...power outage. Finding additional battery information Help and Support provides the following tools and information about using, configuring, and managing HP Power Assistant, see Switchable graphics/dual graphics (select models only) on external AC power, the computer automatically switches to...