HP Folio B0N00LAABM, Folio 13-2000 manual Networking, Using an Internet service provider

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Your computer supports two types of Internet access:

●Wireless—Refer to Creating a wireless connection on page 15.

●Wired—Refer to Connecting to a wired network on page 21.

NOTE: You must set up Internet service before you can connect to the Internet.

Using an Internet service provider

Before you can connect to the Internet, you must establish an account with an Internet service provider (ISP). To purchase Internet service and a modem, contact a local ISP. The ISP will help set up the modem, install a network cable to connect your wireless computer to the modem, and test the Internet service.

NOTE: Your ISP will give you a user ID and password to access the Internet. Record this information and store it in a safe place.

The following features will help you set up a new Internet account or configure the computer to use an existing account:

●Internet Services & Offers (available in some locations)—This utility assists with signing up for a new Internet account and configuring the computer to use an existing account. To access this utility, select Start > All Programs > Online Services > Get Online.

●ISP-provided icons (available in some locations)—These icons may be displayed either individually on the Windows desktop or grouped in a desktop folder named Online Services. To set up a new Internet account or configure the computer to use an existing account, double-click an icon, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

●Windows Connect to the Internet Wizard—This wizard allows you to connect to the Internet in any of the following situations:

◦You already have an account with an ISP.

◦You do not have an Internet account and want to select an ISP from the list provided within the wizard. (The list of ISP providers is not available in all regions.)

◦You have selected an unlisted ISP, and the ISP has provided you with information such as a specific IP address and POP3 and SMTP settings.

To access the Windows Connect to the Internet Wizard and instructions for using it, select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center.

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Contents User Guide Product notice Software termsSafety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Hdmi Handling drives Setup Utility Bios and System Diagnostics Appendix B Cleaning your computer Page Introduction Important first stepsFinding information ResourceResource Select Start Help and Support User GuidesGetting to know your computer TopTouchPad Component DescriptionLights Initiating Sleep or Hibernation onButtons and other top components Keys Fn keyRight side Left side Display Communication and Chat CyberLink YouCamRear Bottom Labels ComponentUsing an Internet service provider NetworkingCreating a wireless connection Identifying wireless and network status iconsIcon Name Description Using a Wlan Turning wireless devices on or offUsing HP Connection Manager Using operating system controlsConnecting to an existing Wlan Setting up a new Wlan network Configuring a wireless routerProtecting your Wlan Roaming to another networkUsing Bluetooth wireless devices Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICSConnecting to a wired network Connecting to a local area network LANUsing pointing devices Setting pointing device preferencesUsing the TouchPad Pointing devices and keyboardTurning the TouchPad off or on TouchPad light Icon DescriptionNavigating SelectingUsing TouchPad gestures Scrolling Using the keyboard Using the action keysIcon Key Description Using the hotkeys Mutes or restores speaker soundTurns the wireless feature on or off Function Hotkey DescriptionMultimedia and other features Using the media activity controlsAudio Adjusting the volume Checking audio functions on the computerIntel Wireless Display select models only WebcamConfiguring audio for Hdmi HdmiManaging power Initiating Sleep or Hibernation Initiating and exiting SleepSetting password protection on wakeup Initiating and exiting HibernationUsing the power meter Selecting a power plan Running on battery power Finding battery informationConserving battery power Identifying low battery levelsRunning on external AC power Resolving a low battery levelTroubleshooting an AC adapter HP CoolSense Refreshing your software content Starting your computer with Rapid Start Technology Shutting down the computer Select Start Shut downUsing Digital Media Slot cards External cards and devicesInserting a digital card Using a USB device Removing a digital cardConnecting a USB device Removing a USB deviceUsing optional external devices Using optional external drivesDrives Handling drivesComputer risk Security feature Securing your computer and informationUsing passwords Setting Windows passwordsPassword Function Locating your security software select models onlySetting passwords in Setup Utility Bios BiosUsing Internet security software Using antivirus softwareUsing firewall software Installing software updates Installing Windows security updatesSecuring your wireless network Installing HP and third-party software updatesBacking up your software applications and information Backup and recovery Creating restore media Restoring the systemPerforming a system recovery Using the dedicated recovery partitionBacking up and recovering your information Restoring using the restore mediaChanging the computer boot order Using Windows Backup and Restore Using Windows system restore points When to create restore pointsCreate a system restore point Restore to a previous date and timeSetup Utility Bios and System Diagnostics Using Setup Utility BiosStarting Setup Utility Bios Changing the language of Setup Utility BiosNavigating and selecting in Setup Utility Bios Restoring factory settings in Setup Utility BiosDisplaying system information Exiting Setup Utility Bios Updating the BiosDetermining the Bios version Downloading a Bios update Select Start Help and Support MaintainBios Setup Menu Diagnostics menuMain menu Security menuUsing System Diagnostics Troubleshooting and support TroubleshootingComputer is unable to start up Computer screen is blankComputer is on but not responding Computer is unusually warmAn external device is not working Wireless network connection is not working Contacting customer support Cleaning your computer Cleaning the displayCleaning the sides and cover Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboardTraveling with the computer Appendix C Traveling with the computer Updating programs and drivers Electrostatic Discharge Specifications Input powerDC plug of external HP power supply Operating environment Bios IndexLabels