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Connecting to the Internet
As part of the startup screens, you can select an
Internet service provider (ISP). Before you can
connect to the Internet, you must sign up with an ISP.
You must have an Internet connection to use some of
the Media Center features.
Easy Internet Sign-up helps you sign up for a new
Internet account, set up an existing account, or
configure Internet access using a LAN (local
area network), cable modem, or DSL (digital
subscriber line).
Requirements:
A PC.
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A dial-up modem or a cable or DSL modem
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for high-speed broadband connections.
Contact your Internet service provider (ISP)
for any specific software and hardware you
may need.
Internet service with an ISP.
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A Web browser.
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HP Products Work Better Together
HP computers include preloaded software for select
HP All-In-One, camera, scanner, and printer
peripheral products. Preloaded software simplifies
and speeds product setup for HP peripherals.
1
Make sure the modem or other Internet access
cable is connected.
2
Sign up with an ISP. If you already have an
account with an ISP, skip this step and follow
the instructions provided by the ISP.
If Internet service was not set up during the
initial setup of the PC, it can be set up now
using the Easy Internet Sign-up or the Internet
Services wizard (select models only).
3
Click Start on the taskbar, choose All
Programs, Online Services, and then
click Easy Internet Sign-up or Internet
Services.
4
Follow the onscreen instructions to select an
ISP and set up Internet service.
Simply connect the HP peripheral product and turn it
on, and your HP PC automatically configures it so it
is ready to use.
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Easy Internet Sign-up
or Internet Services
provides a list of
Internet service
providers; however,
you may choose
another ISP or
transfer an existing
account to this PC. To
transfer existing
accounts, follow the
instructions provided
by the ISP.
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A modem connector is
included with select
models only.
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Before Getting Started
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