Using Hp Broadband Wireless (Select Models Only) - HP Pavilion DV2500 User Manual

Using HP Broadband Wireless
4
(select models only)
HP Broadband Wireless enables your computer to access the Internet from more places and over larger
areas than WLANs. Using HP Broadband Wireless requires a network service provider (called a mobile
network operator), which in most cases will be a mobile phone network operator. Coverage for HP
Broadband Wireless is similar to mobile phone voice coverage.
When used with mobile network operator service, HP Broadband Wireless gives you the freedom to stay
connected to the Internet, send e-mail, or connect to your corporate network whether you are on the road
or outside the range of Wi-Fi hotspots.
HP offers two types of broadband wireless modules:
The HSDPA (High Speed Downlink Packet Access) module provides access to networks based on the
●
Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) telecommunications standard.
The EV-DO (Evolution Data Optimized) module provides access to networks based on the code
●
division multiple access (CDMA) telecommunications standard.
To identify which type of broadband wireless module is provided with your computer, refer to the label
located inside the hard drive bay.
A label that includes an IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) code indicates that your
●
computer includes the HSDPA module.
A label that includes an ESN (electronic serial number) indicates that your computer includes the EV-
●
DO module.
A subscriber identity module (SIM) is required if your computer uses the HP Broadband Wireless Module
with HSDPA technology. A SIM contains basic information, such as a PIN (personal identification number),
as well as network information. If your computer includes a SIM, the serial number, or Integrated Circuit
Card Identifier (ICCID), is located on the label inside the battery bay.
For information on HP Broadband Wireless and how to activate service with a preferred mobile network
operator, refer to the broadband wireless information included with your computer. For additional
information, see the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com/go/broadbandwireless.
9