HP LW923AW manual Configuring a wireless router

Page 29

Configuring a wireless router

For help in setting up a WLAN, refer to the information provided by your router manufacturer or your ISP.

The Windows operating system also provides tools to help you set up a new wireless network. To use the Windows tools to set up your network:

Windows 7—SelectStart > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center > Set up a new connection or network > Set up a network. Then follow the on-screen instructions.

Windows Vista—SelectStart > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and

Sharing Center > Set up a connection or network > Set up a wireless router or access point. Then follow the on-screen instructions.

NOTE: It is recommended that you initially connect your new wireless computer to the router by using the network cable provided with the router. When the computer successfully connects to the Internet, you can disconnect the cable, and then access the Internet through your wireless network.

Protecting your WLAN

When you set up a WLAN or access an existing WLAN, always turn on security features to protect your network from unauthorized access.

For information on protecting your WLAN, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide.

Connecting to a wireless network 21

Image 29
Contents Getting Started Software terms Product noticeSafety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Maintenance Contacting customer support Labels Viii Finding information WelcomeSelect Start All Programs HP HP Documentation Finding informationFinding information Getting to know your computer Component Description TopTouchPad Lights System and Maintenance Power Options Security Power OptionsButtons and fingerprint reader Windows 7 -Select Start Control Panel SystemGetting to know your computer Esc key KeysFront All Programs SRS Premium Sound Right Left HP Webcam DisplayTo use the webcam, select Start All Programs HP Rear Bottom Bottom Networking Using an Internet service provider ISPConnecting to an existing Wlan Connecting to a wireless networkSetting up a new Wlan network Configuring a wireless router Starting HP QuickWeb HP QuickWebGetting started Button Behavior Keyboard and pointing devices Using the keyboardIdentifying the hotkeys Hotkey combination DescriptionHotkey combination Using keypadsUsing the integrated numeric keypad Setting pointing device preferences Using pointing devicesUsing the pointing stick Using the TouchPadTurning the TouchPad off and on Selecting Scrolling Rotating Inserting or removing the battery MaintenancePage Removing the bottom cover Removing or replacing the bottom coverReplacing the bottom cover Removing a hard drive Replacing or upgrading the hard driveInstalling a hard drive Page Replacing a hard drive Replacing a drive in the upgrade bayPage Replacing an optical drive Page Adding or replacing memory modules Page Adding or replacing memory modules Page Page Page Page Updating programs and drivers Using the DreamColor display select models onlyBacking up your information Backup and recoveryWindows Select Start All Programs Maintenance Backup and Restore Performing a system recoveryUsing 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 Component LabelsInput power Rating SpecificationsInput power Operating environment Index Symbols/NumericsSIM DVD