Connecting To The Internet; Wireless Home Network - HP TouchSmart 300-1025 User Manual

Connecting to the Internet

Your HP TouchSmart PC is designed to support a wireless (select models only) or wired LAN that connects
your computer to other devices, such as printers and other PCs. The network connection to the Internet is
usually through a broadband modem (digital subscriber line [DSL] or cable), which requires a separate
subscription.
For a wireless LAN, the HP TouchSmart PC includes a built-in wireless LAN antenna, which you
can use to access your wireless home network.
For a wired LAN, connect an Ethernet cable (sold separately) to the Ethernet connector on the back
of the computer, and then connect the other end to the network router or broadband modem.

Wireless home network

Wireless access point and Internet service are required and not included. Availability of public wireless
access points may be limited.
First-time wireless network installation requires that you:
1 Purchase high-speed Internet service from an Internet service provider (ISP).
2 Purchase a broadband modem (DSL or cable). This may be provided by the ISP.
3 Purchase and install a wireless router (sold separately), if one is required.
NOTE: Broadband modem and router installation procedures vary, depending on the manufacturer.
Follow the manufacturer's instructions.
4 Connect your computer to the network.
NOTE: A DSL wall connection is shown here. If you have a cable modem, the modem will be
connected to the wall using a coaxial cable.
5 Configure the HP TouchSmart PC to connect to the wireless network.
a Turn on your HP TouchSmart PC.
b Connect your HP TouchSmart PC to the wireless network:
Right-click the Network icon on the taskbar, and then select Open Network and
Sharing Center. Click Connect to a network. When the window opens, select the
network, and then click Connect.
Or
Right-click the Network icon on the taskbar, and then select Network and Sharing
Center. When the window opens, select Set up a new connection or network,
and then follow the onscreen instructions.
c Test the wireless network by opening your Web browser and accessing any Web site.
6 Add wireless devices to the network (optional).
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