Wireless Connection - Lenovo B560 User Manual

Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet

Wireless connection

Wireless connections provide mobile access to the Internet, allowing you to stay online
anywhere the wireless signal covers.
Divided by the signal scales, wireless connection to the Internet can be built based on the
following standards.
Wi-Fi
WiMAX
Mobile Broadband
Note: Your computer may not support all wireless connection methods.
Using Wi-Fi/WiMAX (Select models only)
Enabling wireless connection
To enable wireless communications, do the following:
1
Slide the integrated wireless device switch from
2
Press Fn + F5 to make configuration.
Hardware connection
Access point *
Wi-Fi/WiMAX network
* Not supplied
Software configuration
Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and search Windows Help and Support Center for
details on how to configure your computer.
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Wi-Fi networks cover a small physical area, like a home, office,
or small group of buildings. An access point is necessary for the
connection.
WiMAX networks connect several Wireless LAN systems to
cover a metropolitan area, providing high-speed broadband
access without the need for cables.
The Mobile Broadband network provides Internet access to
computers, cell phones and other devices over a large
geographic area. Mobile networks are used for data
transmission, and access is usually provided by a mobile
network operator. A Mobile Broadband SIM card is necessary
for the connection.
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