HP DV6-3225DX manual Connecting to a Wlan, Roaming to another network

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Connecting to a WLAN

To connect to the WLAN:

1.Be sure that the WLAN device is on. If it is on, the wireless light is illuminated white. If the wireless light is off, press the wireless key.

NOTE: On some models, the wireless light is amber when all wireless devices are off.

2.Click the Network icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar.

3.Select your WLAN from the list.

4.Click Connect.

NOTE: If no WLANs are listed, you are out of range of a wireless router or access point.

●If the network is a security-enabled WLAN, enter a network security key at the prompt, which is a security code, and then click OK to complete the connection.

●If you do not see the network you want to connect to, click Open Network and Sharing Center, and then click Set up a new connection or network. A list of options appears. Search for and connect to a network or to create a new network connection.

After the connection is made, place the mouse pointer over the Network icon in the notification area to verify the name and status of the connection.

NOTE: The functional range (how far your wireless signals travel) depends on WLAN implementation, router manufacturer, and interference from other electronic devices or structural barriers such as walls and floors.

More information about using a WLAN is available through:

●Your ISP and the user guides included with the wireless router and other WLAN equipment

●Help and Support information and website links

For a list of public WLANs near you, contact your ISP or search the Web. Websites that list public WLANs include Cisco Internet Mobile Office Wireless Locations, Hotspotlist, and Geektools. Check with each public WLAN location for cost and connection requirements.

Roaming to another network

When you move the computer within range of another WLAN, Windows attempts to connect to that network. If the attempt is successful, the computer is automatically connected to the new network. If Windows does not recognize the new network, follow the instructions in “Connecting to a WLAN.”

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Contents Page Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Page Identifying hardware FeaturesSelect Start Control Panel System and Security Components Select Mouse settingsTop components TouchPadDescription Function TouchPad buttonsLights Options Buttons and Fingerprint Reader select models onlyEsc key KeysRight-side components Front componentsLeft-side components Bottom components Display components Wireless antennas select models only Additional hardware components Labels Using wireless devices Wireless, local area network, and modemUsing the wireless controls Identifying wireless and network status iconsUsing the wireless key Using operating system controls Using HP Wireless AssistantClick Properties Setting up a Wlan Using a WlanProtecting your Wlan Roaming to another network Connecting to a WlanBluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICS Using Bluetooth wireless devices select models onlyConnecting to a local area network Setting pointing 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Handling drives DrivesUsing optical discs Identifying the installed optical driveOptical drive Select Start ComputerSelecting the right disc CDs, DVDs, and BDs Blu-ray discs BD Playing a CD, DVD, or BDChanging DVD region settings Configuring AutoPlaySelect Start Default Programs Change AutoPlay settings Observing the copyright warning Select Start All Programs CyberLink DVD Suites Power2GoCopying a CD or DVD Creating burning a CD or DVD Removing a CD, DVD, or BD Using external drives Using Disk Cleanup Using Disk DefragmenterImproving hard drive performance Managing power with a parked hard drive Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive ProtectionIdentifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software Replacing a drive in the primary hard drive bay Page Page Connecting a USB device Using a USB deviceExternal devices Removing a USB device Using an eSATA deviceConnecting an eSATA device Removing an eSATA device External media cards Using Digital Media Slot cardsInserting a digital card Removing a digital card Memory modules Page Page Page Protecting the computer SecuritySetting passwords in Windows Using passwordsAdministrator password Setting passwords in Setup UtilityManaging an administrator password Power-on passwordManaging a power-on password Using firewall software Using antivirus softwareInstalling an optional security cable Installing critical security updatesLocating the Fingerprint Reader Using the fingerprint reader select models onlyRegistering fingerprints Using your registered fingerprint to log on to Windows Cannot connect to a Wlan TroubleshootingNetwork icon is not displayed Cannot connect to a preferred networkCurrent network security codes are unavailable Wlan connection is very weak Cannot connect to the wireless routerSelecting Start Control Panel System and Security Computer does not detect the CD, DVD, or BD driveCD, DVD, or BD does not play Selecting Advanced Settings Monitor tabSelect Advanced 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