Networking; Using An Internet Service Provider (Isp); Identifying Wireless And Network Status Icons; Creating A Wireless Connection (Select Models Only) - HP Notebook User Manual

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Networking

Your computer may support one or both of the following types of Internet access:
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Wireless—For mobile Internet access, you can use a wireless connection. See
existing WLAN on page 15
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Wired—You can access the Internet by connecting to a wired network. For information on
connecting to a wired network, see
NOTE: Internet hardware and software features vary depending on computer model and your
location.

Using an Internet service provider (ISP)

Before you can connect to the Internet, you must establish an ISP account. Contact a local ISP to
purchase Internet service and a modem. The ISP can help set up the modem, install a network cable
to connect your wireless computer to the modem, and test the Internet service.
NOTE: Your ISP will give you a user ID and password to access the Internet. Record this
information and store it in a safe place.

Identifying wireless and network status icons

Icon

Creating a wireless connection (select models only)

Your computer may be equipped with one or more of the following wireless devices:
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Wireless local area network (WLAN) device
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Bluetooth® device

Turning wireless devices on and off

Using the wireless button

Use the wireless button to turn both the wireless network controller and the Bluetooth controller off or
on simultaneously. They can be controlled individually through Control Center or Computer Setup.
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or Setting up a new WLAN on page
Connecting to a wired network on page
Name
Wireless (connected)
Network Connection
(connected)
Network Connection
(disconnected)
16.
Description
Indicates that one or more wireless devices are on.
Indicates that the wired network is connected and active. If both
wired and wireless connections are active, the operating system
uses the wired connection because it is faster.
Indicates that wired and wireless networks are not connected.
Connecting to an
18.