Wlan Connection Is Very Weak; Cannot Connect To The Wireless Router; Connecting To A Local Area Network (Lan) - HP Pavilion DV5-2070 User Manual

WLAN connection is very weak

If the connection is very weak, or if your computer cannot make a connection to a WLAN, minimize
interference from other devices, as follows:
● Move your computer closer to the wireless router or access point.
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Temporarily disconnect devices such as a microwave, cordless phone, or cellular phone to be sure
that other wireless devices are not interfering.
If the connection does not improve, try forcing the device to reestablish all connection values:
1. Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center.
2. Click Manage wireless networks in the left panel.
A list showing the available WLANs is displayed. If you are in a hotspot where several WLANs are
active, several are displayed.
3. Click a network, and then click Remove.

Cannot connect to the wireless router

If you are trying to connect to the wireless router and are unsuccessful, reset the wireless router by
removing power from the router for 10 to 15 seconds.
If the computer still cannot make a connection to a WLAN, restart the wireless router. For details, refer
to the router manufacturer's instructions.

Connecting to a local area network (LAN)

Connecting to a local area network (LAN) requires an 8-pin, RJ-45 network cable (purchased
separately). If the network cable contains noise suppression circuitry (1), which prevents interference
from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable (2) toward the device.
To connect the network cable:
WARNING!
cable or telephone cable into an RJ-45 (network) jack.
1. Plug the network cable into the network jack (1) on the computer.
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To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not plug a modem
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