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Network status icon is not displayed

If the network status icon is not displayed in the notification area after you configure the WLAN, the software driver is either missing or corrupted. A Windows “Device not Found” error message may also be displayed. The driver must be reinstalled.

Get the latest version of the WLAN device software and drivers for your computer from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. If the WLAN device you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for the latest software.

To get the latest version of the WLAN device software for your computer, follow these steps:

1.Open your Internet browser and go to http://www.hp.com/support.

2.Select your country or region.

3.Click the option for software and driver downloads, and then type your computer model number in the search box.

4.Press enter, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

NOTE: If the WLAN device you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for the latest software.

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Contents Wireless Select Models Only First Edition June Document Part Number Product notice Iv Product notice Table of contents Page Using wireless devices select models only Identifying wireless and network status icons Icon Name DescriptionUsing the wireless controls Using the wireless button Using Wireless Assistant software select models only Using operating system controls Using a Wlan Setting up a Wlan Use a wireless transmitter with built-in security Protecting your WlanConnecting to a Wlan Select Start Connect toRoaming to another network Using HP Mobile Broadband select models only Inserting a SIM Removing a SIM Using Bluetooth wireless devices select models only Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICS Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Cannot connect to a Wlan Select Start Computer System propertiesCannot connect to a preferred network Network status icon is not displayed Current network security codes are unavailable Wlan connection is very weak Cannot connect to the wireless router Index SIM
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