Wireless connection | Lenovo U260 instruction

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Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet

Wireless connection-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Wireless connections provide mobile access to the Internet, allowing you to stay online anywhere the wireless signal covers.

Divided by the signal scales, wireless connection to the Internet can be built based on the following standards.

Wi-Fi

WiMAX

Wi-Fi networks cover a small physical area, like a home, office, or small group of buildings. An access point is necessary for the connection.

WiMAX networks connect several Wireless LAN systems to cover a metropolitan area, providing high-speed broadband access without the need for cables.

Note: Your computer may not support all wireless connection methods.

Using Wi-Fi/WiMAX (Select models only)

Enabling wireless connection

To enable wireless communications, do the following:

1 Slide the integrated wireless device switch from to .

2 Press Fn + F5 to make configuration.

Hardware connection

Access point *

Wi-Fi/WiMAX network

*Not supplied

Software configuration

Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and search Windows Help and Support Center for details on how to configure your computer.

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Lenovo U260 manual Wireless connection, „ Using Wi-Fi/WiMAX Select models only

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IdeaPad U260 Regulatory Notice If your product is not working correctly Contents Page Top view Getting to know your computer Antennas Select Models only Computer display Power button Wireless moduleGetting to know your computer Select models only Kensington slot Left-side viewUSB port Headphone mic Right-side view Fan louvers Bottom view First use Learning the basics Learning the basics „ Shutting down your computer Using AC adapter and battery „ Checking battery status„ Charging the battery Using the touchpad Left click buttonRight click button Using the keyboard „ Numeric keypad„ Function key combinations Learning the basics „ Connecting a universal serial bus USB device Connecting external devices„ Connecting a Bluetooth device Select models only Enabling Bluetooth communications on your computer „ OneKey Rescue system button Special keys and buttons System status indicators „ Using passwords „ Using VeriFaceSecuring your computer „ Attaching a security lock not supplied Wired connection Connecting to the Internet„ Software configuration „ Hardware connection „ Using Wi-Fi/WiMAX Select models only Wireless connection OneKey Rescue system OneKey Rescue system„ Introduction Frequently asked questions Troubleshooting Troubleshooting TroubleshootingDisplay problems Password problem Troubleshooting Sleep or hibernation problems Computer screen problemsSound problems Hard disk drive problem Troubleshooting Battery problemsStartup problem OneKey Rescue system problems Troubleshooting Other problems „ What this warranty covers Appendix A. Lenovo limited warranty„ How to obtain warranty service „ What your service provider will do to correct problems „ Replacement of a product or part Appendix A. Lenovo limited warranty„ Your additional responsibilities „ What this warranty does not cover „ Use of personal information„ Limitation of liability „ Dispute resolution „ Other rights„ European Economic Area EEA Product or Machine type Country or region of purchase Warranty information „ Types of warranty service Appendix A. Lenovo limited warranty Energy star information Appendix B. Product specific Notices Windows Appendix B. Product specific Notices „ Federal Communications Commission FCC Statement Electronic emissions notices „ Industry Canada Class B Emission Compliance Statement „ Avis de conformité à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada„ German Class B Compliance Statement „ European Union Compliance Statement Class B Compliance Model Name IdeaPad U260 Machine Type 20067/0876 Form Factor Appendix C. SpecificationsSystem Ports Trademarks Index Problems