Compaq 370698-001 manual Using a Wireless LAN Adapter Select Models Only

Modem and Network Connections

Using a Wireless LAN Adapter (Select Models Only)

Your notebook model may include a wireless local area network (WLAN) adapter. A WLAN adapter enables your notebook to connect to a compatible wireless network access point or to another, compatible, wireless-enabled notebook. A WLAN adapter cannot be used to connect the notebook to a mobile telephone service or a cordless telephone.

Setting up a wireless network requires:

■A notebook equipped with a WLAN adapter—The WLAN adapter can be integrated or a free-standing add-on, such as a PC Card.

■A wireless access point—Wireless access point functionality can be provided by a standalone device or be included with another networking device, such as a router.

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