Connecting To The Network; Ethernet Connections; Wireless Connections - Lenovo ThinkPad E550 User Manual

DANGER
Do not put the battery in trash that is disposed of in landfills. When disposing of the battery, comply
with local ordinances or regulations and your company's safety standards.
DANGER
There is a danger of an explosion if the coin-cell battery is incorrectly placed. The lithium battery
contains lithium and can explode if it is not properly handled, or disposed of. Replace only with a
battery of the same type. To avoid possible injury or death, do not: (1) throw or immerse into water,
(2) allow it to heat to more than 100°C (212°F), or (3) attempt to repair or disassemble it. Dispose of
it as required by local ordinances or regulations and your company's safety standards.

Connecting to the network

Your computer has one or more network cards that enable you to connect your computer to the Internet
and other network connections.

Ethernet connections

You can connect your computer to a local network or a broadband connection by using the built-in Ethernet
feature of the computer.
DANGER
Your computer has an Ethernet connector. To avoid the risk of electrical shock, do not connect
the telephone cable to the Ethernet connector.

Wireless connections

Wireless connection is the transfer of data without the use of cables but by means of radio waves only.
In Airplane mode, all wireless features are disabled. To disable Airplane mode, do the following:
• For Windows 8.1: Swipe in from the right edge of the screen to display the charms, tap Settings ➙
Change PC settings ➙ Network, and then slide the control for Airplane mode to the left.
• For Windows 10: Open the Start menu and then click Settings. If Settings is not displayed, click All
apps to display all programs, then click Settings ➙ Network & Internet ➙ Airplane mode, and then
slide the control for Airplane mode to the left.
Depending on the wireless devices installed on your computer, you might be able to use the following
wireless networks:
• Wireless-LAN connection
• Wireless-WAN connection
• Bluetooth connection
Using the wireless LAN connection
A wireless local area network (LAN) covers a relatively small geographic area, such as an office building or a
house. Devices based on the 802.11 standards can connect to this type of network.
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