HP n400c manual Connecting a Modem or NIC, Connecting to Wireless Devices

External Device Connections

Connecting a Modem or NIC

The RJ-11 jack and the RJ-45 jack allow computer models with an internal modem, internal NIC (network interface card), or both to connect to a networked interface. You will need to purchase the modem and network cables if they are not provided with the computer.

Modem models will need an RJ-11 cable. To connect the cable:

1.Plug one end of the RJ-11 cable into the RJ-11 jack on the computer. If the RJ-11 cable contains a noise suppression circuit, which prevents interference with TV and radio reception, orient the cable so that the noise suppression circuitry is closest to the computer.

2.Plug the opposite end of the cable into a standard telephone wall jack. Or, if applicable, plug the opposite end of the cable into the phone plug adapter, which then plugs into the wall jack. Some countries may require an adapter to connect the modem to the telephone wall jack.

The NIC models will need an RJ-45 cable. To connect the cable:

1.Plug one end of the RJ-45 cable into the RJ-45 jack on the computer.

2.Connect the other end of the cable into the network jack.

For information about configuring communication software or drivers, refer to the Modem and Networking guide.

Connecting to Wireless Devices

The MultiPort allows connection of a wireless device to the computer. The wireless device provides connection between the computer and a networked access point. Refer to the documentation included with the wireless device for hardware and software installation procedures.

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