Using The Wireless-Wan Connection; Using The Bluetooth Connection - Lenovo Yoga 370 User Manual

2. Click the wireless-network-connection-status icon in the Windows notification area. A list of available
wireless networks is displayed.
3. Double-click a network to connect to it. Provide required information if needed.
The computer automatically connects to an available and remembered wireless network when the location
changes. If the available wireless network is secured, provide the password as required. For more
information, see the Windows help information system.
Tips on using the wireless-LAN feature
To achieve the best connection, use the following guidelines:
• Place your computer so that there are as few obstacles as possible between the wireless-LAN access
point and the computer.
• Open your computer cover to an angle of slightly more than 90 degrees.
Checking the wireless-LAN connection status
You can check the wireless-LAN connection status through the wireless-network-connection-status icon in
the Windows notification area. The more bars encompassed, the better the signal is.

Using the wireless-WAN connection

Wireless wide area network (WAN), which uses cellular networks for data transmission, enables you
to establish wireless connections over remote public or private networks. These connections can be
maintained over a large geographical area by use of multiple antenna sites or satellite systems maintained
by wireless service providers.
Some ThinkPad notebook computers come with a wireless-WAN card installed, which provides some
wireless-WAN technologies, such as 1xEV-DO, HSPA, 3G, GPRS, or LTE. By using the wireless-WAN
card, you can establish wireless-WAN connections.
Note: The wireless-WAN service is provided by authorized service providers in some countries or regions.
Tips for using the wireless-WAN feature
To achieve the best connection, use the following guidelines:
• Keep your computer away from your body.
• Place your computer on a flat surface and open your computer display to an angle of slightly more
than 90 degrees.
• Place your computer away from concrete or brick walls that might dampen cellular signals.
• Best reception is available near windows and other locations where cellular phone reception is the
strongest.
Checking the wireless-WAN connection status
You can check the wireless-WAN connection status through the wireless-network-connection-status icon in
the Windows notification area. The more bars encompassed, the better the signal is.

Using the Bluetooth connection

Bluetooth can connect devices that are within a short distance from one another. Bluetooth is commonly
used in the following scenarios:
• Connecting peripheral devices to a computer
• Transferring data between hand-held devices and a personal computer
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