HP OMEN - 15t-5000 Using an Internet service provider, Setting up a Wlan, Protecting your Wlan

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Using an Internet service provider

When you are setting up Internet access in your home, you must establish an account with an Internet service provider (ISP). To purchase Internet service and a modem, contact a local ISP. The ISP will help set up the modem, install a network cable to connect your wireless router to the modem, and test the Internet service.

NOTE: Your ISP will give you a user ID and a password to use for Internet access. Record this information and store it in a safe place.

Setting up a WLAN

To set up a WLAN and connect to the Internet, you need the following equipment:

A broadband modem (either DSL or cable) (1) and high-speed Internet service purchased from an Internet service provider

A wireless router (2) (purchased separately)

A wireless computer (3)

NOTE: Some modems have a built-in wireless router. Check with your ISP to determine what type of modem you have.

The illustration below shows an example of a wireless network installation that is connected to the Internet.

As your network grows, additional wireless and wired computers can be connected to the network to access the Internet.

For help in setting up your WLAN, see the information provided by your router manufacturer or your ISP.

Configuring a wireless router

For help in configuring a wireless router, see the information provided by your router manufacturer or your ISP.

NOTE: It is recommended that you initially connect your new wireless computer to the router by using the network cable provided with the router. When the computer successfully connects to the Internet, disconnect the cable, and access the Internet through your wireless network.

Protecting your WLAN

When you set up a WLAN or access an existing WLAN, always enable security features to protect your network from unauthorized access. WLANs in public areas (hotspots) like coffee shops and airports may not provide any security. If you are concerned about the security of your computer when connected to a hotspot, limit your network activities to email that is not confidential and basic Internet surfing.

Wireless radio signals travel outside the network, so other WLAN devices can pick up unprotected signals. Take the following precautions to protect your WLAN:

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Contents User Guide Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Enjoying entertainment features Vii Viii Starting right Visit the HP Apps StoreBest practices Resource Contents More HP resourcesMore HP resources Locating hardware Getting to know your computerFinding your hardware and software information Locating softwareRight side Component DescriptionRear Display Top TouchpadLights Buttons and speakers Keys Fn keyLabels Gaming keyboard HP Omen ControlCurrent settings User profilesGaming keys Lighting zones Advanced keyboard settings Disable key assignments Keyboard shortcutsFrom the Windows desktop, click the HP Omen Control icon Using the wireless controls Connecting to a networkConnecting to a wireless network Using the wireless buttonSharing data and drives and accessing software Using a WlanUsing operating system controls Configuring a wireless router Using an Internet service providerSetting up a Wlan Protecting your WlanConnecting to a Wlan Using Bluetooth wireless devices select models only Enjoying entertainment features Multimedia featuresUsing the webcam Connecting headphones and microphones Using audioConnecting speakers Testing your audio featuresUsing video Connecting video devices by using an Hdmi cableSetting up Hdmi audio Page Using the touchpad and gestures Navigating the screenTapping ScrollingFinger pinch zoom Finger click Using touch screen gestures One-finger slideTapping Rotating select models only Edge swipes Right-edge swipeLeft-edge swipe Using the action keys Using the keyboard and mouseUsing the keys Top-edge swipe and bottom-edge swipeKeyboard settings on Using Windows shortcut keys Using HP Performance Advisor Managing Bios with HP Performance AdvisorManaging power Initiating Sleep and HibernationSetting password protection on wakeup Manually initiating and exiting SleepFactory-sealed battery Using the power meter and power settingsRunning on battery power Finding battery informationRunning on external AC power Identifying low battery levelsResolving a low battery level Troubleshooting power problems Shutting down turning off the computer Improving performance Using Disk CleanupMaintaining your computer Handling drivesCleaning your computer Cleaning proceduresUpdating programs and drivers Cleaning the touchpad, keyboard, or mouse Cleaning the displayCleaning the sides or cover Traveling with or shipping your computerPage Using passwords Securing your computer and informationUsing Internet security software Setting Windows passwordsSetting Setup Utility Bios passwords Using firewall software Installing software updatesUsing antivirus software Installing critical security updatesSecuring your wireless network Backing up your software applications and informationStarting Setup Utility Bios Updating the BiosDetermining the Bios version Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Uefi Downloading a Bios updateDownloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Uefi to a USB device Backing up, restoring, and recovering Creating recovery media and backupsCreating HP Recovery media Restore and recovery Recovering using HP Recovery Manager Using the HP Recovery partition select models onlyWhat you need to know Removing the HP Recovery partition select models only Using HP Recovery media to recoverChanging the computer boot order Specifications Input powerOperating environment Electrostatic Discharge Symbols/Numerics IndexWlan
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