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Wireless (Select Models Only) User Guide - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 2
statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. Second Edition: March 2008 First Edition: April 2007 Document Part Number: 445451-002 - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 3
Product notice This user guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your computer. iii - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 4
iv Product notice - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 5
a WLAN ...16 Roaming to another network ...17 4 Using HP Broadband Wireless (select models only) 5 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS 20 6 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Cannot connect to a WLAN ...22 Cannot launch WLAN - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 6
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wireless device communicates with a wireless router or a wireless access point. ● HP Broadband Wireless Module (WWAN device)-Provides access to information wherever mobile network operator service , headsets, speakers, and cameras on the same network. ● 802.11a supports data rates of up to 54 Mbps - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 8
and network status icons Icon Name Wireless Description Identifies the location of the wireless lights, the wireless button, and the Wireless Assistant software. Network status (connected) Indicates that one or more of your WLAN or LAN drivers are installed and one or more WLAN devices are - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 9
Using the wireless controls You can control the wireless devices in your computer using these features: ● Wireless button or wireless switch (referred to in this guide as the wireless button) ● Wireless Assistant software (select models only) ● Operating system controls Using the wireless controls 3 - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 10
) when you turn on the computer. The wireless light indicates the overall power state of your wireless devices, not the status of individual devices. If the wireless light is blue, at least one wireless device is on. If the wireless light is off, all wireless devices are off. NOTE: On some models - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 11
at the far right of the taskbar, and Wireless Assistant is installed, complete the following steps to reapply the WLAN device driver: 1. Open Wireless Assistant by clicking the wireless icon in Windows Mobility Center. 2. Click Properties > Wireless Assistant > Apply. For more information, refer to - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 12
Using operating system controls Some operating systems also offer a way to manage integrated wireless devices and the wireless connection. For more information, refer to the user guide for your operating system. 6 Chapter 1 Using wireless devices (select models only) - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 13
allows you to connect multiple computers together, share a printer, and access the Internet without using cables. To simplify the setup process, HP provides a downloadable Network Assistant that discovers your router and the wireless devices in your computer and sets up a secure WLAN in minutes. 7 - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 14
service, and the broadband Internet configuration settings. ● Wireless access point or wireless router, which provides the gateway for accessing your Internet connection or fixed WLAN. ● WLAN device for your computer, such as one of the following: ◦ Integrated wireless device ◦ PC Card adapter - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 15
set up your service before you can connect to the Internet. Use the following steps to establish the wired connection: 1. If you have not already done so, connect the modem (1) (either DSL or cable modem) to the phone or cable TV jack on the wall. 2. Connect the wireless router (purchased separately - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 16
2. Open Wireless Assistant by clicking the wireless icon in Windows Mobility Center. 3. Click Setup at the bottom of the window to launch If you have not already connected the computer to the router using an Ethernet cable, Network Assistant will prompt you to do that now. 5. If Network Assistant - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 17
the instructions that came with your router to reset the password. After Network Assistant checks your existing router configuration, it displays the basic wireless router settings. You may accept the existing values or you may enter new values. HP recommends that you enter new, unique Service Site - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 18
a "Congratulations" page. 2. If you will be connecting additional computers to the WLAN, click Save the wireless setup package. Otherwise, click Finish to exit Network Assistant. 3. Disconnect the Ethernet cable from your computer, if you like. The WLAN is now connected. The illustration below shows - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 19
Saving and using the wireless setup package After Network Assistant completes the first connection, it prompts you for a decision about connecting other computers to your WLAN. ● Click the Save button to copy the PCConnect.exe setup wizard and your settings to a removable disc. ● Click Finish to - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 20
security capabilities-basically to foil casual eavesdropping rather than more powerful forms of attack-it is essential to understand that any security. New technologies are being developed by wireless manufacturers and hotspot service providers that make the public environment more secure and - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 21
, which allows several wireless and wired computers to share an Internet connection, a printer, and files without requiring additional pieces of hardware or software. NOTE: To use the WLAN device in your computer, you must connect to a WLAN infrastructure (provided through a service provider or - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 22
or network. A list of options will be displayed. You can choose to manually search for and connect to a network or to create a new network connection. the user guides included with your wireless router and other WLAN equipment ● Information and Web site links provided in Help and Support For a list - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 23
to another network When you move your computer within range of another WLAN, Windows attempts to connect to that network. If the attempt is successful, your computer will be automatically connected to the new network. If Windows does not recognize the new network, follow the same procedure you used - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 24
network operator), which in most cases will be a mobile phone network operator. Coverage for HP Broadband Wireless is similar to mobile phone voice coverage. When used with mobile network operator service, HP Broadband Wireless gives you the freedom to stay connected to the Internet, send e-mail, or - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 25
devices (select models only) A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that traditionally link electronic devices such as the following: ● Computers (desktop, notebook, PDA) ● Phones (cellular, cordless, smart phone) ● Imaging devices - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 26
computers, the other computers cannot connect to the Internet using the Bluetooth network. HP does not recommend setting up one computer with Bluetooth as a host and using limitation of Bluetooth and the Windows operating system. 20 Chapter 5 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 27
Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for wireless connection problems include the following: ● Wireless device is not installed correctly or has been disabled. ● Wireless network connection problem, be sure that device drivers are installed for all wireless devices. Use - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 28
utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to Windows Help for more information driver for the WLAN device is not properly installed. For more information on troubleshooting WLANs, refer to the Web site links provided in Help and Support. 22 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 29
-click the icon, and then click Diagnose and repair from the menu. Windows will reset your network device and attempt to reconnect to one of the over the network status icon, one or more of your WLAN or LAN drivers are installed but the computer is not connected. ● If there is no network - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 30
The driver must be reinstalled. Get the latest version of the WLAN device software for your computer at the HP Drivers and Downloads Web site. If the WLAN device you are using was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's Web site for the latest software. 24 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting wireless - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 31
router, review the router user guide for instructions on setting up the same SSID codes on both the router and the WLAN device. ● For a private network, such as a network in an office or at a public Internet chat room, contact the network administrator to obtain the Service Site Identifier (SSID - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 32
> Network and Sharing Center > Manage wireless networks. A list showing the available WLANs is displayed. If you are in a "hotspot" where several WLANs are active, several will be displayed. 2. Right-click a network, and then click Remove. 26 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 33
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 - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 34
network used previously If you are unable to resolve the issue of a wireless connection that worked previously but does not work now, performing a system return your system to the condition it was in when the wireless connection worked. 28 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 35
14 H HP Broadband Wireless Module 18 I icons network status 2, 24 wireless 2 interference, minimizing 26 M minimizing interference 26 modem cable 9 DSL 9 N Network Assistant software 10 network key 25 network security codes network key 25 SSID 25 network status icon 2, 24 P PC Card adapter 8 public - Compaq Presario F700 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 36
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