Operating Basics

Wireless communication indicator

The wireless communication indicator indicates the status of the wireless communication functions.

Indicator status

Indication

 

 

Indicator off

Wireless communication switch is set to off.

 

Automatic power down because of overheating.

 

Power malfunction

 

 

Indicator glows

Wireless communication switch is on. Wireless

 

LAN is turned on by an application.

 

 

If you used the Task Bar to disable W-LAN, restart the computer or follow the procedures below to enable the system to recognize W-LAN. Open or click the following: start, Control Panel, System, Hardware Device

Manager, Network adapters, Atheros AR5001X+ Wireless Network Adapter or Intel® PRO/Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter or Intel® PRO/Wireless 2100A LAN Mini PCI Adapter or Intel® PRO/ Wireless 2200BG Network Connection and enable.

LAN

The computer has built-in support for Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T), Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASE-Tx). This section describes how to connect/disconnect to a LAN.

LAN cable types

The computer must be configured properly before connecting to a LAN. Logging onto a LAN using the computer’s default settings could cause a malfunction in LAN operation. Check with your LAN administrator regarding set-up procedures.

If you are using Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASETX), be sure to connect with a CAT5 cable or higher. You cannot use a CAT3 cable.

If you are using Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T), you can connect with a CAT3 or higher.

Connecting LAN cable

To connect the LAN cable, follow the steps below.

1.Turn off the power to the computer and to all external devices connected to the computer.

2.Plug one end of the cable into the LAN jack. Press gently until you hear the latch click into place.

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