HP C6340, C6380, C6350 manual What you need for an integrated wireless Wlan 802.11 network

The advantages of a wireless infrastructure network as compared to an ad hoc network include:

•Advanced network security

•Enhanced reliability

•Network flexibility

•Better performance

•Shared Broadband Internet access

To set up the HP All-in-One on an integrated wireless WLAN 802.11 network, you need to do the following:

First, collect all of the required materials.

Next, connect the HP All-in-One to the wireless router, and run the Wireless Setup Wizard.

Finally, install the software.

See this section:

“What you need for an integrated wireless WLAN 802.11 network” on page 5

“Connect to an integrated wireless WLAN

802.11network” on page 5

“Install the software for a network connection” on page 11

What you need for an integrated wireless WLAN 802.11 network

To connect the HP All-in-One to an integrated wireless WLAN 802.11 network, you will need the following:

❑A wireless 802.11 network that includes a wireless router or access point (recommended).

❑A desktop computer or laptop with either wireless networking support, or a network interface card (NIC). The computer must be connected to the wireless network that you intend to install the HP All-in-One on.

❑Broadband Internet access (optional but recommended) such as cable or DSL.

❑If you connect the HP All-in-One on a wireless network that has Internet access, HP recommends that you use a wireless router (access point or base station) that uses Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP).

❑Network name (SSID).

❑WEP key or WPA Passphrase (if needed).

Connect to an integrated wireless WLAN 802.11 network

The Wireless Setup Wizard provides an easy way to connect the HP All-in-One to your network. You can also use SecureEasySetup, if your wireless router or access point supports this feature. See the documentation that came with your wireless router or access point to find out if it supports using SecureEasySetup and for additional setup instructions.

Network setup

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