HP Debranded 22 Inch TSMT506, IQ504 KQ436AA-NOOS manual Setting up a wireless home network

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Setting up a wireless home network

First-time wireless network installation requires that you:

1Purchase high-speed Internet service from an Internet service provider (ISP).

2Purchase a broadband modem (DSL or cable). This may be provided by the ISP.

3Purchase and install a wireless router (sold separately), if one is required.

NOTE: Broadband modem and router installation procedures vary, depending on the manufacturer. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

4Connect your computer to the network.

NOTE: A DSL wall connection is shown here. If you have a cable modem, the connection from the wall to the modem will be with a coaxial cable.

 

 

Broadband

 

 

 

modem

 

Internet

Wall plug

(DSL/cable)

Wireless router

 

5Configure the HP TouchSmart PC to connect to the wireless network. a Turn on your HP TouchSmart PC.

b Connect your HP TouchSmart PC to the wireless network:

￿Right-click the Network icon on the taskbar, and then select Connect to a network. When the window opens, select the network, and then click Connect.

Or

￿Right-click the Network icon on the taskbar, and then select Network and Sharing Center. When the window opens, select Setup a wireless router or access point, and then follow the onscreen instructions.

cTest the wireless network by opening your Web browser and accessing any Web site.

6Add wireless devices to the network (optional).

14Getting Started

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Contents Welcome to the next generation of computers Copyright Information Table of Contents Using the HP TouchSmart Software Index Finding HP TouchSmart PC Information Features of the HP TouchSmart PC Getting to Know the HP TouchSmart PCFeatures and configurations vary by model Description Front and right side of the HP TouchSmart PCWindows Vista start button , tap the Arrow button Features and configurations vary by model Connector Function Left side of the HP TouchSmart PCRemoving the Connector Cover Back of the HP TouchSmart PCConnector Function Activity LED indicator lights What it doesConnecting the power source Cable ManagementGetting to Know the HP TouchSmart PC Adjust the Angle of the Computer Stand Using the Wireless Keyboard or MouseSynchronizing the wireless keyboard or mouse AB CTurning the HP TouchSmart PC On and Off Turning on the HP TouchSmart PCTurning off the HP TouchSmart PC Connecting to the InternetChanging power settings Setting up a wireless home network Setting up a wired home network Select models only Using Bluetooth DevicesAdjusting the Ambient Light Using the CD/DVD Drive Adding Hardware and SoftwareUpgrading your HP TouchSmart PC hardware Updating your HP TouchSmart softwareConnecting the TV signal source to the computer Getting to Know the HP TouchSmart PC Setting up the HP TouchSmart PC with a set-top box Completing the Windows Media Center setup wizardUsing the remote control with Windows Media Center Connecting analog speakers Sound OptionsGetting to Know the HP TouchSmart PC Adjusting speaker volume Connecting a Printer Installing a Security Lock Cleaning the HP TouchSmart PC Screen Using the Computer with Safety and Comfort Recycling Your Old Computer HardwareWhat is HP TouchSmart software? Opening the HP TouchSmart softwareNavigating in HP TouchSmart Action DescriptionAction Description Using the onscreen keyboard Personalizing your HP TouchSmart Software Moving tiles aroundAdding a software program shortcut to HP TouchSmart Select Add a tileAdding a Web site link to HP TouchSmart Selecting tiles to view or hideEditing or deleting an added tile Opening HP TouchSmart FasterHP TouchSmart Photo Adding photos to your photo library Viewing your photo collectionViewing a photo slideshow Tap Folders, or All Photos, or Removable DriveUploading your photos to Snapfish Printing your photosEditing your photos HP TouchSmart Music Creating a CD or DVD of your photosSelecting a music library Playing your CDsMedia controls Button What it doesDeleting a playlist Creating a playlist of your favorite songsPlaying your playlist Deleting songs from your music library Creating music CDsWatching your videos HP TouchSmart VideoAdding your videos to the computer Creating videos with the webcam Uploading your videos to YouTubeSelect Keep or Discard Select Dates or FoldersCapturing, editing, and recording videos Tap Upload to YouTubeWebcam and Microphone Playing your DVDsCapturing webcam video and snapshots Having a video chat or making conference callsTap Add Event Scheduling a calendar event and setting a reminderHP TouchSmart Calendar Deleting a calendar event HP TouchSmart NotesViewing calendar events Creating a handwritten or typed note Creating a voice note Deleting text and voice notesSelect Fahrenheit or Celsius Displaying the temperature and forecast for a cityHP TouchSmart Weather HP TouchSmart Clock Displaying the time for up to three placesSetting up RSS feeds HP TouchSmart RSS ReaderImporting a list of RSS feeds Tap SubscribeHP TouchSmart Browser Using the HP TouchSmart Software Selecting Items on the Windows Desktop and in Other Software Software Quick Reference Table With this program You canWith this program You can Index Getting Started LED Part number