HP A6X41UAR#ABA manual Connecting to an existing Wlan, Setting up a new Wlan network

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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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