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... Area Network (Select Models Only 11-4 Connecting Your Wireless Notebook to a Corporate WLAN 11-5 Connecting Your Wireless Notebook to a Public WLAN 11-5 Setting Up a WLAN in Your Home 11-6 Using a WLAN Connection 11-7 Using Wireless Security Features 11-8 Installing Wireless Software (Optional 11-8 Troubleshooting Wireless Devices 11-10 Bluetooth (Select Models Only 11-11 Device Power States...
... Area Network (Select Models Only 11-4 Connecting Your Wireless Notebook to a Corporate WLAN 11-5 Connecting Your Wireless Notebook to a Public WLAN 11-5 Setting Up a WLAN in Your Home 11-6 Using a WLAN Connection 11-7 Using Wireless Security Features 11-8 Installing Wireless Software (Optional 11-8 Troubleshooting Wireless Devices 11-10 Bluetooth (Select Models Only 11-11 Device Power States...
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... a low-battery condition. On: A drive in the hard drive bay or external MultiBay II is turned off when all batteries in the notebook are fully charged. On: Caps lock is on or the embedded numeric keypad is the only available power source has reached a low-battery ...When the battery reaches a critical low-battery condition, the battery light blinks more quickly. ■ Off: If the notebook is connected to external power, the light is being accessed. Component ID Component 2 Wireless lights (2) 3 Battery light 4 IDE drive light 5 Volume mute light 6 Num lock light 7 Caps lock light ...
... a low-battery condition. On: A drive in the hard drive bay or external MultiBay II is turned off when all batteries in the notebook are fully charged. On: Caps lock is on or the embedded numeric keypad is the only available power source has reached a low-battery ...When the battery reaches a critical low-battery condition, the battery light blinks more quickly. ■ Off: If the notebook is connected to external power, the light is being accessed. Component ID Component 2 Wireless lights (2) 3 Battery light 4 IDE drive light 5 Volume mute light 6 Num lock light 7 Caps lock light ...
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... models only). 5 Presentation mode button 6 Volume mute button Turns on Presentation mode. For information about changing the functions of wireless features, refer to view a list of power features, refer to the "Power Options" section in Chapter 11. 1-6 Hardware...Guide Component ID Component Description 3 Info Center button Enables you to the "Wireless Local Area Network (Select Models Only)" section in Chapter 2. Turns off notebook sound. 7 Volume down button Decreases notebook sound. 8 Volume up button Increases notebook sound. *This table describes default settings.
... models only). 5 Presentation mode button 6 Volume mute button Turns on Presentation mode. For information about changing the functions of wireless features, refer to view a list of power features, refer to the "Power Options" section in Chapter 11. 1-6 Hardware...Guide Component ID Component Description 3 Info Center button Enables you to the "Wireless Local Area Network (Select Models Only)" section in Chapter 2. Turns off notebook sound. 7 Volume down button Decreases notebook sound. 8 Volume up button Increases notebook sound. *This table describes default settings.
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... used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation, including when the notebook display is closed. (Continued) 1-8 Hardware and Software Guide Component ID Front Components Component 1 Wireless antennae (2)* Description Send and receive wireless device signals. Å Exposure to the antenna should be less than 20 cm (8 inches) during normal...
... used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation, including when the notebook display is closed. (Continued) 1-8 Hardware and Software Guide Component ID Front Components Component 1 Wireless antennae (2)* Description Send and receive wireless device signals. Å Exposure to the antenna should be less than 20 cm (8 inches) during normal...
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Hardware and Software Guide 1-9 Component ID Component 2 Infrared port 3 Display release latch Description Provides wireless communication between the notebook and an optional IrDA-compliant device. The antennae are available only on select models. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennae free from the outside of the notebook. Opens the notebook. *The antennae are not visible from obstructions.
Hardware and Software Guide 1-9 Component ID Component 2 Infrared port 3 Display release latch Description Provides wireless communication between the notebook and an optional IrDA-compliant device. The antennae are available only on select models. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennae free from the outside of the notebook. Opens the notebook. *The antennae are not visible from obstructions.
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... number when you contact Customer Care. The Modem Approval label is affixed to the bottom of the notebook. If your screen, select Start > Help and Support. ■ Microsoft Certificate of the notebook. ■ Wireless certification labels-Some notebook models include an optional WLAN device and/or an optional Bluetooth® device. You might need...
... number when you contact Customer Care. The Modem Approval label is affixed to the bottom of the notebook. If your screen, select Start > Help and Support. ■ Microsoft Certificate of the notebook. ■ Wireless certification labels-Some notebook models include an optional WLAN device and/or an optional Bluetooth® device. You might need...
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Wireless certification labels are affixed to the bottom of the notebook. 1-18 Hardware and Software Guide You might need this information when traveling internationally. Component ID for use is included with your notebook.
Wireless certification labels are affixed to the bottom of the notebook. 1-18 Hardware and Software Guide You might need this information when traveling internationally. Component ID for use is included with your notebook.
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... buttons to adjust system volume as you need it . ■ Use optional powered speakers instead of the internal speakers, or use the notebook: ■ Turn off wireless connections and exit modem applications when you are not using them. ■ Turn off the local area network (LAN) device when you ...are not using. You can run the notebook from a single charge. For more information, refer to the S-Video-out jack by using the fn+f4 hotkey or by disconnecting the network cable. For more information, refer to Chapter 6, "PC Cards." ■ Remove a CD or DVD that a ...
... buttons to adjust system volume as you need it . ■ Use optional powered speakers instead of the internal speakers, or use the notebook: ■ Turn off wireless connections and exit modem applications when you are not using them. ■ Turn off the local area network (LAN) device when you ...are not using. You can run the notebook from a single charge. For more information, refer to the S-Video-out jack by using the fn+f4 hotkey or by disconnecting the network cable. For more information, refer to Chapter 6, "PC Cards." ■ Remove a CD or DVD that a ...
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Hardware and Software Guide 3-21 or - ■ Select Start > Info Center. For more information, refer to quickly open the following software solutions: ■ Data Protection Solutions ■ Help and Support ■ HP Notebook Accessories Tour ■ Software Setup ■ Wireless Assistant ■ System Configuration To access Info Center: ■ Press the Info Center button. - Pointing Devices and Keyboard Info Center The Info Center enables you to the Info Center online Help.
Hardware and Software Guide 3-21 or - ■ Select Start > Info Center. For more information, refer to quickly open the following software solutions: ■ Data Protection Solutions ■ Help and Support ■ HP Notebook Accessories Tour ■ Software Setup ■ Wireless Assistant ■ System Configuration To access Info Center: ■ Press the Info Center button. - Pointing Devices and Keyboard Info Center The Info Center enables you to the Info Center online Help.
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... available in public places, such as airports, restaurants, coffee shops, hotels, and universities. ■ Bluetooth is equipped with an integrated wireless device such as 802.11 or Bluetooth wireless devices, you have a wireless notebook. ■ An 802.11 wireless notebook can be used to connect a Bluetooth wireless notebook to wireless networks in corporate offices, your home, and public places.
... available in public places, such as airports, restaurants, coffee shops, hotels, and universities. ■ Bluetooth is equipped with an integrated wireless device such as 802.11 or Bluetooth wireless devices, you have a wireless notebook. ■ An 802.11 wireless notebook can be used to connect a Bluetooth wireless notebook to wireless networks in corporate offices, your home, and public places.
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... Setup. For more information on using Computer Setup to control the 802.11 and Bluetooth wireless devices, refer to Chapter 13, "Computer Setup." 11-2 Hardware and Software Guide Wireless (Select Models Only) Your notebook has a button that enable you to turn on , turn on and off , enable..., and disable your notebook has software controls that may be used to enable and disable the 802.11 and Bluetooth wireless devices and an associated ...
... Setup. For more information on using Computer Setup to control the 802.11 and Bluetooth wireless devices, refer to Chapter 13, "Computer Setup." 11-2 Hardware and Software Guide Wireless (Select Models Only) Your notebook has a button that enable you to turn on , turn on and off , enable..., and disable your notebook has software controls that may be used to enable and disable the 802.11 and Bluetooth wireless devices and an associated ...
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...large number of computers and accessories and can separate critical network functions. ■ A home or small office WLAN typically uses a wireless router, which enables several wireless and wired computers to share an Internet connection, a printer, and files without additional pieces of three IEEE physical layer standards: ...■ 802.11a ■ 802.11b ■ 802.11g Hardware and Software Guide 11-3 "Wireless access point" and "wireless router" are often used interchangeably. Notebooks with 802.11 WLAN may support one or more of hardware or software.
...large number of computers and accessories and can separate critical network functions. ■ A home or small office WLAN typically uses a wireless router, which enables several wireless and wired computers to share an Internet connection, a printer, and files without additional pieces of three IEEE physical layer standards: ...■ 802.11a ■ 802.11b ■ 802.11g Hardware and Software Guide 11-3 "Wireless access point" and "wireless router" are often used interchangeably. Notebooks with 802.11 WLAN may support one or more of hardware or software.
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... Web sites that list public WLANs include Cisco Hotspot Locator, Hotspotlist, and Geektools. Check with 802.11b and 802.11g. Connecting Your Wireless Notebook to a Corporate WLAN Contact your network administrator or IT department for information on identifying the type of device in your ISP or search the....11b devices, so they can operate on the same network. 802.11a supports data rates of the screen. Connecting Your Wireless Notebook to a Public WLAN Contact your notebook, refer to 54 Mbps. An 802.11g WLAN device is not compatible with each public WLAN location for a list of...
... Web sites that list public WLANs include Cisco Hotspot Locator, Hotspotlist, and Geektools. Check with 802.11b and 802.11g. Connecting Your Wireless Notebook to a Corporate WLAN Contact your network administrator or IT department for information on identifying the type of device in your ISP or search the....11b devices, so they can operate on the same network. 802.11a supports data rates of the screen. Connecting Your Wireless Notebook to a Public WLAN Contact your notebook, refer to 54 Mbps. An 802.11g WLAN device is not compatible with each public WLAN location for a list of...
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...install your WLAN, contact the router manufacturer or your home, you need the following equipment. Hardware and Software Guide 11-5 This wireless network includes: ■ An optional broadband modem (either DSL or cable) and high-speed Internet service purchased from an Internet service... provider (ISP) 1 ■ An optional wireless router (purchased separately) 2 ■ Your wireless notebook 3 As this network grows, additional wireless and wired computers can be connected to the network to access the Internet. ✎ If you...
...install your WLAN, contact the router manufacturer or your home, you need the following equipment. Hardware and Software Guide 11-5 This wireless network includes: ■ An optional broadband modem (either DSL or cable) and high-speed Internet service purchased from an Internet service... provider (ISP) 1 ■ An optional wireless router (purchased separately) 2 ■ Your wireless notebook 3 As this network grows, additional wireless and wired computers can be connected to the network to access the Internet. ✎ If you...
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.... 11-6 Hardware and Software Guide When the 802.11 wireless device is turned on, the wireless light is turned on the 802.11 wireless device. For instructions, refer to the documentation included with your wireless router and other electronic devices. The Troubleshooting guide on the Notebook Documentation disc contains a section about using a WLAN connection: ■...
.... 11-6 Hardware and Software Guide When the 802.11 wireless device is turned on, the wireless light is turned on the 802.11 wireless device. For instructions, refer to the documentation included with your wireless router and other electronic devices. The Troubleshooting guide on the Notebook Documentation disc contains a section about using a WLAN connection: ■...
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...9632; Use a firewall. ■ Set security on your Web browser. ■ Enable MAC address filtering on your WLAN, an unauthorized wireless user can access your notebook data and use your Internet connection without your own WLAN or access an existing WLAN, always ensure that must be installed if you... plan to use Cicso-based WLANs. Hardware and Software Guide 11-7 Installing Wireless Software (Optional) Microsoft Windows XP supports...
...9632; Use a firewall. ■ Set security on your Web browser. ■ Enable MAC address filtering on your WLAN, an unauthorized wireless user can access your notebook data and use your Internet connection without your own WLAN or access an existing WLAN, always ensure that must be installed if you... plan to use Cicso-based WLANs. Hardware and Software Guide 11-7 Installing Wireless Software (Optional) Microsoft Windows XP supports...
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...> Device Manager > Network Adapters. 2. To install the WLAN software: » Select Start > All Programs > Software Setup, and then follow the instructions on your notebook: a. Wireless (Select Models Only) Identifying a WLAN Device To install HP WLAN software for an integrated 802.11... and Documentation Your WLAN software is preloaded on your notebook does not have an integrated 802.11 wireless device, or the driver for an 802.11 wireless device includes the term wireless LAN, WLAN, or 802.11. ❏ If no 802.11 wireless device is not properly installed. b. Identify the 802...
...> Device Manager > Network Adapters. 2. To install the WLAN software: » Select Start > All Programs > Software Setup, and then follow the instructions on your notebook: a. Wireless (Select Models Only) Identifying a WLAN Device To install HP WLAN software for an integrated 802.11... and Documentation Your WLAN software is preloaded on your notebook does not have an integrated 802.11 wireless device, or the driver for an 802.11 wireless device includes the term wireless LAN, WLAN, or 802.11. ❏ If no 802.11 wireless device is not properly installed. b. Identify the 802...
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...; WLAN software is provided in this chapter. 2. Open the utility. 3. Select the Download Drivers and Software radio button c. Enter your notebook. Troubleshooting Wireless Devices For more troubleshooting information, visit the HP Web site at the HP Web site. To access, download, and install the SoftPaq, ...use either of the notebook. Install the WLAN software as a SoftPaq at http://www.hp.com/go/wireless (English only) or refer to the serial number label. Wireless (Select Models Only) The WLAN software is also available as instructed ...
...; WLAN software is provided in this chapter. 2. Open the utility. 3. Select the Download Drivers and Software radio button c. Enter your notebook. Troubleshooting Wireless Devices For more troubleshooting information, visit the HP Web site at the HP Web site. To access, download, and install the SoftPaq, ...use either of the notebook. Install the WLAN software as a SoftPaq at http://www.hp.com/go/wireless (English only) or refer to the serial number label. Wireless (Select Models Only) The WLAN software is also available as instructed ...
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... remote network through a network access point. Wireless (Select Models Only) Bluetooth (Select Models Only) The Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that... represent a set of devices. The devices are represented in the Bluetooth for Windows software provides the following functions: ■ Personal Information Management (PIM) item transfer-Sends and receives information files such as ■ Network access points. ■ Computers (desktop, notebook...
... remote network through a network access point. Wireless (Select Models Only) Bluetooth (Select Models Only) The Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that... represent a set of devices. The devices are represented in the Bluetooth for Windows software provides the following functions: ■ Personal Information Management (PIM) item transfer-Sends and receives information files such as ■ Network access points. ■ Computers (desktop, notebook...
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... headset acts as the Bluetooth cellular phone audio input and output mechanism. ■ Basic imaging-Provides a wireless connection between a headset and a notebook or cellular phone. Wireless (Select Models Only) ■ Dial-up networking-Connects Bluetooth devices to the Internet. ■ Bluetooth...9632; Hands-Free-Enables a vehicle embedded hands-free unit or a notebook serving as a hands-free unit to establish a wireless connection to a cellular phone and to the Wireless Documentation disc included with your notebook, refer to act as the device's audio input and output mechanism and...
... headset acts as the Bluetooth cellular phone audio input and output mechanism. ■ Basic imaging-Provides a wireless connection between a headset and a notebook or cellular phone. Wireless (Select Models Only) ■ Dial-up networking-Connects Bluetooth devices to the Internet. ■ Bluetooth...9632; Hands-Free-Enables a vehicle embedded hands-free unit or a notebook serving as a hands-free unit to establish a wireless connection to a cellular phone and to the Wireless Documentation disc included with your notebook, refer to act as the device's audio input and output mechanism and...