HP C4500 manual Create a network profile for other operating systems

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Network setup

Chapter 1

e. In the Network key box, type a WEP key that has exactly 5 or exactly 13 alphanumeric (ASCII) characters. For example, if you enter 5 characters, you might enter ABCDE or 12345. Or, if you enter 13 characters, you might enter ABCDEF1234567. (12345 and ABCDE are examples only. Select a combination of your choice.)

Alternatively, you can use HEX (hexadecimal) characters for the WEP key. A HEX WEP key must be 10 characters for 40 bit encryption, or 26 characters for 128 bit encryption.

f. In the Confirm network key box, type the same WEP key you typed in the previous step.

NOTE: You must remember the exact uppercase (capital) and lowercase (small) letters. If you enter your WEP key incorrectly on the product, the wireless connection will fail.

g. Write down the WEP key exactly as you typed it, including uppercase and lowercase letters.

h. Select the check box for This is a computer-to-computer (ad hoc) network; wireless access points are not used.

i. Click OK to close the Wireless network properties window, and then click OK again.

j. Click OK again to close the Wireless Network Properties Connection window.

Create a network profile for other operating systems

If you have an operating system other than Windows Vista or Windows XP, HP recommends that you use the configuration program that came with your wireless LAN card. To find the configuration program for your wireless LAN card, access your computer's list of programs.

Using the LAN card configuration program, create a network profile that has the following values:

Network name (SSID): Mynetwork (example only)

NOTE: You should create a network name that is unique and easy for you to remember. Just remember that the network name is case-sensitive. Therefore, you must remember which letters are uppercase and lowercase.

Communication mode: Ad Hoc

Encryption: enabled

Connect to a wireless ad hoc network

The HP Photosmart Software CD and included USB setup cable provide an easy way to connect the HP All-in-One directly to your computer for an ad-hoc wireless network.

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Contents Basics Guide Hewlett-Packard Company notices Contents Network setup If you want to What you need for an integrated wireless Wlan 802.11 network Connect to an integrated wireless Wlan 802.11 networkWireless ad hoc network setup To connect the productWhat you need for an ad hoc network Create a network profile for other operating systems Connect to a wireless ad hoc networkCommunication mode Ad Hoc Encryption enabled Connect to additional computers on a network Configure your firewall to work with HP products Manage your network settings Print network settingsRestore network defaults Advanced firewall informationTurn the wireless radio on and off Print the wireless network testHP All-in-One overview HP All-in-One at a glanceControl panel features Label Icon Name and DescriptionFind more information Load paperStart Here guide Onscreen HelpTo load full-size paper To load small-size photo paper in the input trayAvoid paper jams Print a photo on photo paperTo scan to a computer Scan an imageTo print photos Replace the print cartridges To replace the print cartridgesHP All-in-One overview HP All-in-One overview Troubleshooting and support Uninstall and reinstall the softwareTroubleshooting common setup issues To uninstall and reinstall the softwareSetup troubleshooting After setting up the product, it does not print Solution 1 Press the On button to turn on the productSolution 2 Set your product as the default printer Solution 5 Load paper in the input trayNetwork troubleshooting This prints the Wireless Network TestTo run the Network Diagnostic tool To check a wired Ethernet connectionTo check a wireless connection To print the Network ConfigurationThis prints the Network Configuration Make sure the product is on the networkMake sure the HP Network Devices Support service is running To access the HP Photosmart C4500 All-in-One series homeTo restart the HP Network Device Support service Make sure the product is online and readyPrint cartridge troubleshooting If you have a problem, follow these stepsClear paper jams Support processProduct specifications Technical informationSystem requirements Regulatory noticesWarranty HP product Duration of limited warrantyXHPERXUJ UDQDLV