HP n400c manual Connecting a Modem or NIC, Connecting to Wireless Devices

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External Device Connections

Connecting a Modem or NIC

The RJ-11 jack and the RJ-45 jack allow computer models with an internal modem, internal NIC (network interface card), or both to connect to a networked interface. You will need to purchase the modem and network cables if they are not provided with the computer.

Modem models will need an RJ-11 cable. To connect the cable:

1.Plug one end of the RJ-11 cable into the RJ-11 jack on the computer. If the RJ-11 cable contains a noise suppression circuit, which prevents interference with TV and radio reception, orient the cable so that the noise suppression circuitry is closest to the computer.

2.Plug the opposite end of the cable into a standard telephone wall jack. Or, if applicable, plug the opposite end of the cable into the phone plug adapter, which then plugs into the wall jack. Some countries may require an adapter to connect the modem to the telephone wall jack.

The NIC models will need an RJ-45 cable. To connect the cable:

1.Plug one end of the RJ-45 cable into the RJ-45 jack on the computer.

2.Connect the other end of the cable into the network jack.

For information about configuring communication software or drivers, refer to the Modem and Networking guide.

Connecting to Wireless Devices

The MultiPort allows connection of a wireless device to the computer. The wireless device provides connection between the computer and a networked access point. Refer to the documentation included with the wireless device for hardware and software installation procedures.

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Contents Hardware Guide Hardware Guide First Edition April Part Number Contents Battery Packs External Device Connections Specifications Setting up the Hardware Hardware and Software SetupHardware and Software Setup Hardware Guide Hardware and Software Setup Hardware Guide Read the following guidelines, then set up the software Setting Up the SoftwareAfter Software Setup Hardware and Software Setup Front Panel Components Look at the ComputerFront Panel Components Top Components Top ComponentsLight, Button, or Component Function Top Components Top Components Right Side Components Right Side ComponentsDevice for wireless communication Left Side Components Left Side ComponentsLeft Side Components Bottom Components Bottom ComponentsBottom Components Rear Panel Components Rear Panel ComponentsAdditional Standard Components Additional Standard Components Additional Standard Components Look at the Computer Keyboard and Pointing Devices Using the TouchPad TouchPad ModelsUsing the Pointing Stick Pointing Stick Models Fn Key Using Hotkeys and Shortcut KeysHotkeys Shortcut Keys Hotkey and Shortcut Key ProceduresAdjust System Volume Fn+F5 Set Power Conservation Level Fn+F7 Stretch Text Fn+T Enabling the Numeric Keypad Using the Embedded Numeric KeypadConverting the Numeric Keypad Keys to Standard Keys Disabling the Numeric KeypadEnabling the Numeric Keypad at Startup Using the Easy Access Buttons Keyboard and Pointing Devices Charging Battery Packs Battery PacksUsing a New Battery Pack Replacing the Primary Battery Pack Replacing a Battery PackBattery Packs Hardware Guide Replacing an Optional External Battery Pack Hardware Guide Battery Packs Hardware Guide Recycling a Used Battery Pack Storing a Battery PackCaring for Drives DrivesRemoving a Hard Drive Drives Hardware Guide Drives Hardware Guide Inserting a Hard Drive Changing the Startup Sequence with MultiBootEnabling Bootable Media and Devices for MultiBoot Using the Default Search Sequence Hardware Guide Planning Changes to the Startup Sequence Selecting a MultiBoot UtilitySetting a Continuing Startup Sequence Changing the Startup Sequence Computer SetupResponding to the Express Boot Menu Setting the MultiBoot Express PromptChanging the Startup Sequence Compaq Computer Security Drives Audio and Video Using Audio FeaturesAudio Components Connecting a Stereo Speaker/HeadphoneAdjusting Volume Connecting a MicrophoneUsing Video Features Connecting a Device to the Composite Video-Out Jack Changing the Video Mode External Device Connections Connecting an External MonitorConnecting a Serial Printer Connecting a Video DeviceConnecting Infrared Equipment Connecting a Parallel PrinterInfrared Connection Guidelines Enabling the Infrared Port Infrared Configuration GuidelinesConnecting a Docking Base Connecting USB EquipmentAttaching a Mobile Expansion Unit Connecting to Wireless Devices Connecting a Modem or NICExternal Device Connections Before Removing or Installing Components Computer Upgrades and Add-onsUpgrading Memory Removing and Inserting a Memory Expansion Board Computer Upgrades and Add-ons Hardware Guide Installing a Memory Expansion Board on the System Board Hardware Guide Computer Upgrades and Add-ons Hardware Guide Removing a Memory Expansion Board Upgrading or Adding a Modem or NIC Computer Upgrades and Add-ons Hardware Guide Computer Upgrades and Add-ons Hardware Guide Configuring a PC Card Adding and Using PC CardsInserting a PC Card Removing a PC Card Conserving Energy Attaching the Mobile Expansion Unit Installing Additional Device DriversDocking Bases Connecting the External Diskette Drive Using an External Diskette DriveUpgrading the Hard Drive Adding a Second Battery PackAdding Wireless Devices Disconnecting the External Diskette DriveRegulatory Agency Series Numbers SpecificationsAgency Series Numbers Operating Environment Computer DimensionsPort and COM Port Settings Rated Power InputCOM2 Modem SpecificationsIndex Index Hardware Guide USB