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Exploring Your Computer's Features
Setting up for communications
How to disable the Ethernet LAN port
When your computer starts, the Windows
attempts to contact a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
(DHCP) server. If the computer is not connected to a network, it
may pause a few minutes as it waits for a reply. To avoid this delay,
you can reconfigure the Windows
LAN port.
To disable the LAN port:
1
Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and
then System.
2
Click Device Manager under Tasks on the left side of the
window.
3
Double-click Network Adapter.
4
Double-click the appropriate network adapter.
5
Select the Driver tab.
6
Click Disable.
7
Click Yes.
8
Click OK.
Your LAN port is now disabled.
To enable the Ethernet LAN port, repeat steps 1-4. Select the
Driver tab, then click Enable Device, Next, Finish, and then
Close.
Using Wireless LAN connectivity
NOTE
Your system may come with an optional wireless LAN module.
This is a technology that expands wireless communication beyond
networking equipment, and can connect many different kinds of
electronic devices without the need for cables.
For information on how to set up a wireless connection, refer to
your wireless networking device documentation or your network
administrator.
To use your wireless communication, slide the wireless on/off
switch to the On position.
Wireless connectivity and some features may require you to
purchase additional software, external hardware or services.
Availability of public wireless LAN access points may be limited.
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