Wireless (Select Models Only)User Guide
Using the wireless buttonThe computer has a wireless button, one or more wireless devices, and one or two wireless lights,depending on the model. All
Using Wireless Assistant software (select models only)A wireless device can be turned on or off using the Wireless Assistant software. If a wireless d
Using operating system controlsSome operating systems also offer a way to manage integrated wireless devices and the wirelessconnection. For example,
2 Using a WLANWith a WLAN device, you can access a wireless local area network (WLAN), which is composed of othercomputers and accessories that are li
Setting up a WLANTo set up a WLAN and connect to the Internet, you need the following equipment:●A broadband modem (either DSL or cable) (1) and high-
Protecting your WLANBecause the WLAN standard was designed with only limited security capabilities—basically to foil casualeavesdropping rather than m
Connecting to a WLANTo connect to the WLAN, follow these steps:1. Be sure that the WLAN device is on. If it is on, the wireless light is on. If the wi
Roaming to another networkWhen you move your computer within range of another WLAN, Windows attempts to connect to thatnetwork. If the attempt is succ
3 Using HP Mobile Broadband (selectmodels only)HP Mobile Broadband enables your computer to access the Internet from more places and over largerareas
Inserting a SIMCAUTION: To prevent damage to the connectors, use minimal force when inserting a SIM.To insert a SIM:1. Shut down the computer. If you
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Removing a SIMTo remove a SIM:1. Shut down the computer. If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn thecomputer on by pre
4 Using Bluetooth wireless devices(select models only)A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cablec
Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS)HP does not recommend setting up one computer with Bluetooth as a host and using it as a gatewaythrough
5 Troubleshooting wireless connectionproblemsSome possible causes for wireless connection problems include the following:●Wireless device is not insta
Cannot connect to a WLANIf you have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that the integrated WLAN device is properlyinstalled on your computer:NOTE
Cannot connect to a preferred networkWindows can automatically repair a corrupted WLAN connection:●If there is a network status icon in the notificati
Network status icon is not displayedIf the network status icon is not displayed in the notification area after you configure the WLAN, thesoftware dri
Current network security codes are unavailableIf you are prompted for a network key or an SSID when connecting to a WLAN, the network is protectedby s
WLAN connection is very weakIf the connection is very weak, or if your computer cannot make a connection to a WLAN, minimizeinterference from other de
Cannot connect to the wireless routerIf you are trying to connect to the wireless router and are unsuccessful, reset the wireless router byremoving po
Product noticeThis user guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not beavailable on your computer.iii
IndexBBluetooth device 1, 15Cconnecting to a WLAN 10corporate WLAN connection 10Eencryption 9Ffirewall 9HHP Mobile Broadband 12HP Mobile Broadband,di
iv Product notice
Table of contents1 Using wireless devices (select models only)Identifying wireless and network status icons ...
1 Using wireless devices (select modelsonly)Wireless technology transfers data across radio waves instead of wires. Your computer may beequipped with
Identifying wireless and network status iconsIcon Name DescriptionWireless (connected) Identifies the location of the wireless lights and the wireless
Using the wireless controlsYou can control the wireless devices in your computer using these features:●Wireless button or wireless switch (referred to
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