HP CQ62z-300, CQ62-411NR Connecting to an existing wireless network, Using ISP-provided icons

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Chapter 2: What's next?

Using ISP-provided icons

If ISP-provided icons are supported in the country or region in which you purchased the computer, the icons may be displayed either individually on the Windows desktop or grouped in a desktop folder named Online Services.

»To set up a new Internet account or configure the computer to use an existing account, double-click an icon, and then follow the instructions on the screen.

Using the Windows Connect to the Internet wizard

You can use the Windows Connect to the Internet wizard to connect to the Internet in any of these situations:

If you already have an account with an ISP.

If you have a disc from an ISP.

If you do not have an Internet account and would like to select an ISP from the list provided within the wizard. (The list of ISP providers is not available in all regions.)

If you have selected an unlisted ISP and the ISP has provided you with such information as a specific IP address and POP3 and SMTP settings.

To access the Windows Connect to the Internet wizard and instructions for using the wizard, click Start, click Help and Support, and then search for Connect to the Internet wizard.

If you are prompted within the wizard to choose between enabling or disabling Windows Firewall, choose to enable the firewall.

Connecting to an existing wireless network

To connect the computer to an existing wireless network, follow these steps:

1.Click the network icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar.

2.Select a network.

3.Click Connect.

4.If required, enter the security key.

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Contents Page User Guides Subscription Services for Business NotebookWindows Users Linux UsersContacting Customer Support End User License Agreement EulaSerial Number Label Information Warranty Information Contents Appendix B Specifications Finding Help and Support Finding informationFinding the user guides Identifying installed software and hardware Whats next? Creating recovery discsProtecting the computer Protecting your computer from virusesProtecting your privacy Protecting the computer from power surgesUsing the computer safely Choosing the type of Internet access available Connecting to the InternetChoosing an ISP Using ISP-provided icons Connecting to an existing wireless networkPurchase high-speed Internet service Setting up a wireless networkConfigure the computer to connect to the wireless network Purchase and install a wireless routerConnecting to a wired network Updating the software installed on the computer Installing additional hardware and softwareInstalling hardware Locating and installing softwareTurning off the computer Troubleshooting resources TroubleshootingQuick troubleshooting Computer is unable to start upSoftware is functioning abnormally Computer screen is blankComputer is on but not responding Computer is unusually warmAn external device is not working Wireless network connection is not workingPage Appendix a Backup and recovery Backing up your information Select Start All Programs Maintenance Backup and Restore Using Windows Backup and RestoreWhen to create restore points Using system restore pointsRecovering using the recovery discs Performing a recoveryRecovering using the partition on the hard drive Input power Appendix B SpecificationsOperating environment Page Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Cleaning the displayAppendix C Routine care Traveling and shipping Index Index
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