HP 14-3010nr manual Using a Wlan, Using operating system controls, Connecting to an existing Wlan

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Using operating system controls

The Network and Sharing Center allows you to set up a connection or network, connect to a network, manage wireless networks, and diagnose and repair network problems.

To use operating system controls:

▲Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. For more information, select Start > Help and Support.

Using a WLAN

A wireless connection connects the computer to Wi-Fi networks, or WLANs. A WLAN is composed of other computers and accessories that are linked by a wireless router or a wireless access point.

Connecting to an existing WLAN

To connect to an existing WLAN:

1.Be sure that the WLAN device is on. (Refer to Turning wireless devices on or off on page 3.)

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.

If the network is a security-enabled WLAN, you are prompted to enter a network security code. Type the code, and then click OK to complete the connection.

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

NOTE: If you do not see the WLAN 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 is displayed. You can choose to manually search for and connect to a network or to create a new network connection.

After the connection is made, you can place the mouse pointer over the network icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, 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.

Setting up a new WLAN

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)

●The wireless computer (3)

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Contents HP Notebook Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents VGA External cards and devices Security Using System Diagnostics Page Introduction Finding more information about your new computerNetworking select models only Creating a wireless connectionIdentifying wireless and network status icons Turning wireless devices on or off Using HP Connection Manager select models onlyConnecting to an existing Wlan Using a WlanUsing operating system controls Setting up a new WlanProtecting your Wlan Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICS Using GPS select models onlyUsing Bluetooth wireless devices Roaming to another networkConnecting a modem cable Connecting to a wired networkUsing a modem select models only Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter Selecting a location settingConnecting to a local area network LAN select models only Select Start Devices and PrintersPage Audio Using the media activity controlsMultimedia Checking audio functions on the computer Adjusting the volumeWebcam select models only Video DisplayPortHdmi Configuring audio for Hdmi Using CyberLink PowerDVD select models onlyIntel Wireless Display select models only Power management Shutting down the computerInitiating and exiting Sleep Setting power optionsUsing power-saving states Initiating and exiting HibernationViewing the current power plan Using the power meterUsing power plans Selecting a different power planCustomizing power plans Using HP Power Manager select models onlySetting password protection on wakeup Using Battery Check Using battery powerFinding battery information Displaying the remaining battery chargeResolving a low battery level Managing low battery levelsIdentifying low battery levels Using a factory-sealed battery Using external AC powerConserving battery power Using HP CoolSense select models only Testing an AC adapterInserting a digital card Using Digital Media Slot cards select models onlyExternal cards and devices Removing a digital card Using ExpressCards select models onlyConfiguring an ExpressCard Inserting an ExpressCardRemoving an ExpressCard Using smart cards select models only Inserting a smart cardRemoving a smart card Using a USB deviceConnecting a USB device Removing a USB device Using 1394 devices select models onlyConnecting a 1394 device Removing a 1394 device Using an eSATA device select models onlyConnecting an eSATA device Using the expansion port select models only Using optional external devicesUsing optional external drives Removing an eSATA deviceExternal cards and devices Drives Handling drivesUsing Disk Cleanup Using hard drivesUsing Disk Defragmenter Improving hard drive performanceManaging power with a parked hard drive Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection statusUsing HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software Using optical drives select models onlyIdentifying the installed optical drive Inserting an optical discRemoving an optical disc Slot loadWhen the disc tray opens normally Slot load Using RAID select models only Sharing optical drivesProtecting the computer Using passwordsSecurity Setting passwords in Windows Setting passwords in Setup Utility BiosManaging an administrator password Entering an administrator passwordManaging a power-on password Using antivirus softwareUsing firewall software Entering a power-on passwordInstalling critical security updates Installing an optional security cableUsing the fingerprint reader select models only Locating the fingerprint readerCleaning the display MaintenanceCleaning your computer Cleaning the Imagepad and keyboardUsing SoftPaq Download Manager Starting Setup Utility Bios Setup Utility Bios and System DiagnosticsUsing Setup Utility Bios Changing the language of Setup Utility BiosDisplaying system information Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility BiosRestoring factory settings in Setup Utility Bios Determining the Bios version Exiting Setup Utility BiosUpdating the Bios Downloading a Bios update Select Start Help and Support MaintainUsing System Diagnostics Traveling with the computer Page Troubleshooting resources Electrostatic Discharge Symbols/Numerics IndexKeys