HP DV5-2077CL manual Connecting to a wireless network, Connecting to an existing Wlan

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

Connecting to a wireless network

Wireless technology transfers data across radio waves instead of wires. Your computer may be equipped with one or more of the following wireless devices:

●Wireless local area network (WLAN) device

●HP Mobile Broadband Module, a wireless wide area network (WWAN) device

●Bluetooth device

For more information on wireless technology and connecting to a wireless network, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide and information and Web site links provided in Help and Support.

Connecting to an existing WLAN

1.Turn on the computer.

2.Be sure that the WLAN device is on.

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

4.Select a network to connect to.

5.Click Connect.

6.If required, enter the security key.

Setting up a new WLAN network

Required equipment:

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

●A wireless router (purchased separately) (2)

●Your new 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 shows an example of a completed WLAN 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.

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Contents Getting Started Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Contacting customer support Labels Input power Operating environment Viii Welcome Finding information Resources For information aboutGetting to know your computer TopTouchPad Lights Component DescriptionButtons Front KeysRight-side Left-side Protection, refer to the HP Notebook Reference GuideDisplay MediaSmart WebcamBottom HP QuickWeb Enabling HP QuickWebStarting HP QuickWeb Identifying the QuickWeb LaunchBarIdentifying the QuickWeb control icons Identifying the QuickWeb LaunchBar iconsIdentifying the QuickWeb system tray icons Identifying the QuickWeb LaunchBarConfiguring the network Starting Microsoft WindowsTurning HP QuickWeb on and off Using an Internet service provider ISP NetworkingConnecting to a wireless network Connecting to an existing WlanSetting up a new Wlan network Configuring a wireless router Using the keyboard Using the action keysKeyboard and pointing devices Using pointing devices Using keypadsSetting pointing device preferences Using the TouchPad Turning the TouchPad on and offUsing TouchPad gestures Pinching/Zooming Rotating Maintenance Inserting or removing the batteryReplacing or upgrading the hard drive Removing the hard drivePage Installing a hard drive Adding or replacing memory modules Page Page Page Cleaning the display Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboardUpdating programs and drivers Routine care Backup and recovery Recovery discsPerforming a system recovery Recovering using the recovery discs Using Windows Backup and RestoreBacking up your information Using system restore points When to create restore pointsCustomer support Contacting customer supportLabels Service tag Specifications Input powerOperating environment Index JacksHdmi USB