Wireless without a router (ad hoc connection)

Use this section if you want to connect the HP ENVY to a wireless-capable computer without using a wireless router or access point.

There are two methods you may use to connect the HP ENVY to your computer using an ad hoc wireless network connection. Once connected, you can install the HP ENVY software.

Turn on the wireless radio for the HP ENVY and the wireless radio on your computer. On your computer, connect to the network name (SSID) hpsetup, which is the default ad hoc network created by the HP ENVY.

If the HP ENVY was previously configured for a different network, use Restore Network Defaults to restore the default ad hoc profile of hpsetup.

OR

Use an ad hoc network profile on your computer to connect to the product. If your computer is not currently configured with an ad hoc network profile, consult the Help file for your computer Operating System for the proper method to create an ad hoc profile on your computer. Once the ad hoc network profile has been created, run the Wireless Setup Wizard from the Network menu on the HP ENVY and select the ad hoc network profile you created on your computer.

NOTE: An ad hoc connection can be used if you do not have a wireless router or access point but do have a wireless radio on your computer. However, an ad hoc connection may result in a lower level of network security and possibly reduced performance when compared to an infrastructure network connection using a wireless router or access point.

To connect the HP ENVY to a Windows computer with an ad hoc connection, the computer must have a wireless network adapter and an ad hoc profile. Create a network profile for a Windows Vista or Windows XP computer using the directions below.

NOTE: 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.

To create a network profile

NOTE: The product comes configured with a network profile with hpsetup as the network name (SSID). However, for security and privacy HP recommends you create a new network profile on your computer as described here.

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