HP LW923AW manual Networking, Using an Internet service provider ISP

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3 Networking

Using an Internet service provider (ISP)

Connecting to a wireless network

NOTE: Internet hardware and software features vary depending on computer model and your location.

Your computer may support one or both of the following types of Internet access:

Wireless—For mobile Internet access, you can use a wireless connection. Refer to Connecting to an existing WLAN on page 19 or Setting up a new WLAN network on page 20.

Wired—You can access the Internet by connecting to a wired network. For information on connecting to a wired network, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide.

Using an Internet service provider (ISP)

Before you can connect to the Internet, you must establish an ISP account. Contact a local ISP to purchase Internet service and a modem. 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.

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Contents Getting Started Product notice Software termsSafety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Maintenance Contacting customer support Labels Viii Welcome Finding informationFinding information Select Start All Programs HP HP DocumentationFinding information Getting to know your computer Component Description TopTouchPad Lights Buttons and fingerprint reader Security Power OptionsSystem and Maintenance Power Options Windows 7 -Select Start Control Panel SystemGetting to know your computer Keys Esc keyFront All Programs SRS Premium Sound Right Left HP Webcam DisplayTo use the webcam, select Start All Programs HP Rear Bottom Bottom 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 Starting HP QuickWeb HP QuickWebGetting started Button Behavior Identifying the hotkeys Using the keyboardKeyboard and pointing devices Hotkey combination DescriptionUsing keypads Hotkey combinationUsing the integrated numeric keypad Using the pointing stick Using pointing devicesSetting pointing device preferences Using the TouchPadTurning the TouchPad off and on Selecting Scrolling Rotating Maintenance Inserting or removing the batteryPage Removing or replacing the bottom cover Removing the bottom coverReplacing the bottom cover Replacing or upgrading the hard drive Removing a hard driveInstalling a hard drive Page Replacing a drive in the upgrade bay Replacing a hard drivePage Replacing an optical drive Page Adding or replacing memory modules Page Adding or replacing memory modules Page Page Page Page Using the DreamColor display select models only Updating programs and driversBacking up your information Backup and recoveryWindows Performing a system recovery Select Start All Programs Maintenance Backup and RestoreUsing the Windows recovery tools Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD purchased separately Windows Vista Performing a recovery Using f11 recovery tools Follow the on-screen instructions Backup and recovery Customer support Contacting customer support Labels ComponentInput power Rating SpecificationsInput power Operating environment Symbols/Numerics IndexSIM DVD