Modem and Network Connections

Making Wireless Network

Connections (Select Models)

Some notebook models are equipped with a wireless network device that can connect by radio signals to an 802.11a, 802.11b, or 802.11g wireless local area network (WLAN) and then access computers and other resources on the network (not all available/accessible in all countries).

A wireless network provides all the functions of a typical “wired” network, but also provides for “roaming.” To roam, the notebook must be connected to the network by radio rather than through cables. This connection allows you to move from place to place within the network—from your office to a conference room, for example—and remain on the network the entire time.

Identifying the wireless antenna

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