￿Wireless wide area networks (WWAN) devices provide access to information anytime and anywhere you have cellular (data) coverage. In a WWAN, each mobile device communicates to a public carrier’s base station. Public carriers install networks of base stations (similar to cell phone towers) throughout large geographic areas, effectively providing coverage across entire states, or even entire countries/regions.

For more information about wireless technology, go to:

http://www.hp.com/go/techcenter/wireless

Connecting the Wireless LAN Device

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You can connect the computer to an 802.11b or 802.11g wireless network by using the external antenna that was included with your system. This device enables you to establish a wireless network using your computer as a wireless access point, or you can use your computer as a wireless client (Station Mode) if you already have a wireless network running.

You need an existing wireless LAN with an Internet connection (consult your Internet Service Provider [ISP] for further information). An external antenna is supplied with your system; you must connect it to the 802.11 module to increase the range and sensitivity of the radio.

To connect the wireless LAN antenna:

1Screw the wireless LAN antenna

cable into the wireless LAN connector on the back of the computer.

2 For the best wireless performance, place the antenna on the computer or in an elevated and open area.

NOTE: The appearance of your wireless antenna may vary.

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