HP 6570b manual Configuring a wireless router

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Configuring a wireless router

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

The Windows operating system also provides tools to help you set up a new wireless network. To use the Windows tools to set up your network:

●Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center > Set up a new connection or network > Set up a network. Then follow the on-screen instructions.

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, you can disconnect the cable, and then 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.

For information on protecting your WLAN, see the HP Notebook Reference Guide.

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Contents Getting Started Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Maintenance Contacting support Labels Viii Welcome Finding information Resources For information aboutFinding information Getting to know your computer TopTouchPad Top Lights Security Power Options Buttons and fingerprint reader select models onlyGetting to know your computer Keys Esc keyFront Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices RightLeft SdxcLeft Rear Display Communication and Chat HP WebcamTo use the webcam, select Start All Programs HP Bottom BottomGetting to know your computer Networking Using an Internet service provider ISP Connecting to a wireless networkConnecting to an existing Wlan Setting up a new Wlan network Configuring a wireless router Using the keyboard Keyboard and pointing devicesIdentifying the hot keys Keyboard and pointing devices Using keypads Using the integrated numeric keypadUsing an optional external numeric keypad Using the pointing stick select models only Using pointing devicesSetting pointing device preferences Using the TouchPadTurning the TouchPad off and on Selecting Scrolling Rotating Maintenance Inserting or removing the batteryPage Removing or replacing the service door Removing the service doorReplacing the service door Insert the battery see Inserting or removing the battery on Installing a hard drive Replacing or upgrading the hard driveRemoving the hard drive Replacing a drive in the upgrade bay Replacing a hard drivePage Replacing an optical drive Page Adding or replacing memory modules Page Updating programs and drivers Cleaning your computer Cleaning productsCleaning procedures Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Backup and recovery Creating recovery media with HP Recovery Disc Creator Creating recovery mediaBacking up your information Performing a system recovery Using the Windows recovery toolsUsing f11 recovery tools Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD purchased separately Select Repair your computerSupport Contacting supportLabels ComponentSpecifications Input powerOperating environment Symbols/Numerics IndexLabels Wlan