Lenovo S300, S405, S400 Connecting to the Internet, Hardware connection Cable, Wired connection

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Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet

As a global network, the Internet connects computers worldwide, providing services such as e-mailing, information searching, electronic commerce, Web browsing and entertainment.

You can connect the computer to the Internet in the following way: Wired connection: use physical wiring to connect.

Wireless network technology: connect without wiring.

Wired connection ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Wired connections are a reliable and safe way to connect the computer to the Internet.

Cable

DSL

Cable Internet services use a cable modem connected to the residential cable TV line.

DSL is a family of related technologies that bring high- speed network access to homes and small businesses over ordinary telephone lines.

Hardware connection Cable

TV cable

Splitter *

Cable modem *

*

	DSL
	Telephone line
*	Splitter *
	*
	DSL modem *

*

*Not supplied.

Note: The above diagrams are for reference only. Actual connection method may vary.

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Contents Lenovo IdeaPad S300/S400/S405 Regulatory Notice First Edition June Copyright Lenovo Contents Page Getting to know your computer Top viewGetting to know your computer Integrated TouchpadLeft-side view Jack Right-side viewUSB 2.0 port Front view Bottom view „ Connecting to the power „ Configuring the operating systemLearning the basics „ Reading the manualsShutting down your computer Putting your computer into sleep stateLearning the basics „ Charging the battery „ Checking battery status„ Removing the battery pack „ Handling the battery Left-click area Using the touchpadRight-click area „ Lenovo Intelligent Touchpad Starting and using Quick NotesApplication Used for Starting Wall Paper Hotkeys „ Setting hotkey mode Inserting a memory card „ Using memory cards not suppliedRemoving a memory card „ Connecting USB devices „ Connecting Bluetooth enabled devices on select models Enabling Bluetooth communications on your computer„ Lenovo Quick Start b „ Novo button aSpecial keys and buttons System status indicators Power status indicator Battery status indicatorLearning the basics Symbol Indicator Meaning Status „ Using passwords „ Using VeriFaceSecuring your computer „ Starting Lenovo Quick Start Using Lenovo Quick Start„ Exiting Lenovo Quick Start Wired connection Connecting to the Internet„ Hardware connection Cable „ Software configuration Connecting to the InternetWireless connection Software configurationHardware connection „ Introduction OneKey Rescue systemOneKey Rescue system „ Creating a recovery discs OneKey Rescue systemInsert additional recordable discs when prompted Troubleshooting Frequently asked questionsTroubleshooting Where can I find warranty information?Troubleshooting Display problemsTroubleshooting Password problems Sleep or hibernation problemsSound problems Troubleshooting Computer screen problemsBattery problems Startup problem Troubleshooting Hard disk drive problemOneKey Rescue system problems Troubleshooting Other problems RespondTrademarks Page New World. New Thinking.TM