Operating Basics
Wireless communication Indicator
The wireless communication indicator indicates the status of the wireless
communication functions.
Indicator status
Indicator off
Indicator glows
If you used the Task Bar to disable W-LAN, restart the computer or follow the
procedures below to enable the system to recognize W-LAN. Open or click
the following: start, Control Panel, System, Hardware, Device Manager,
Network adapters, Intel
or Intel
Atheros AR5004G/AR5004X Wireless Network Adapter and enable.
LAN
The computer has built-in support for Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per
second, 10BASE-T), Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second,
100BASE-TX) and Gigabit Ethernet LAN (1000 megabits per second,
1000BASE-T). Some models are equipped with a Gigabit Ethernet LAN.
This section describes how to connect/disconnect to a LAN.
Do not install or remove an optional memory module while Wake-up on
LAN is enabled.
The Wake-up on LAN function consumes power even when the system is
off. Leave the AC adaptor connected while using this feature.
LAN cable types
The computer must be configured properly before connecting to a LAN.
Logging onto a LAN using the computer's default settings could cause a
malfunction in LAN operation. Check with your LAN administrator
regarding set-up procedures.
If you are using Gigabit Ethernet LAN (1000 megabits per second,
1000BASE-T), be sure to connect with a CAT5E cable or higher. You
cannot use a CAT3 or CAT5 cable.
If you are using Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASE-TX),
be sure to connect with a CAT5 cable or higher. You cannot use a CAT3 cable.
If you are using Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T), you
can connect with a CAT3 or higher.
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Wireless communication switch is set to off.
Automatic power down because of overheating.
Power malfunction
Wireless communication switch is on. Wireless
LAN or Bluetooth is turned on by an application.
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PRO/Wireless 2200BG/2915ABG Network Connection or
Indication
PRO/Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter
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