Compaq dc7700 Network & Internet Communications Guide
Compaq dc7700 - Convertible Minitower PC Manual
View all Compaq dc7700 manuals
Add to My Manuals
Save this manual to your list of manuals |
Compaq dc7700 manual content summary:
- Compaq dc7700 | Network & Internet Communications Guide - Page 1
Network & Internet Communications Guide Business PCs - Compaq dc7700 | Network & Internet Communications Guide - Page 2
Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. The only warranties for HP products and services are set consent of Hewlett-Packard Company. Network & Internet Communications Guide Business PCs First Edition (August 2006) Document Part Number: - Compaq dc7700 | Network & Internet Communications Guide - Page 3
About This Book This guide provides definitions and instructions for using network interface controller (NIC) features that are preinstalled on some models. It also provides information about Internet Service Providers and solving Internet access problems. WARNING! Text set off in this manner - Compaq dc7700 | Network & Internet Communications Guide - Page 4
iv About This Book ENWW - Compaq dc7700 | Network & Internet Communications Guide - Page 5
contents 1 Network Communications Ethernet Network Structure ...2 NIC-Based Alerts ...2 Wake-On-LAN Support (WOL) ...3 Interpreting the Network Status Lights 4 Disabling 802.3u/802.3ab Auto-Negotiation Capabilities 4 Installing Network Drivers ...5 Wireless Networks ...6 Ad-hoc Network ...6 Access - Compaq dc7700 | Network & Internet Communications Guide - Page 6
vi ENWW - Compaq dc7700 | Network & Internet Communications Guide - Page 7
● Ethernet Network Structure ● Network Interface Controller (NIC)-Based Alerts ● Wake-On-Lan (WOL) Support ● Interpreting the Network Status Lights ● Disabling the Autosensing Capabilities ● Installing Network Drivers ● Wireless Networks This section provides information about Ethernet networks and - Compaq dc7700 | Network & Internet Communications Guide - Page 8
Ethernet Network Structure All Ethernet networks include some combination of the following elements. Figure 1-1 Ethernet Network Structure (1) Ethernet cable (2) Information packets (3) Drop cables (4) Workstations Refer to the Hardware Reference Guide on the Documentation and Diagnostics CD for - Compaq dc7700 | Network & Internet Communications Guide - Page 9
select Enable to allow WOL to occur from a power off state. NOTE The default state for S5 Wake on LAN is Enable. To enable or disable Wake-On-LAN from a low power state: Windows XP 1. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Double-click Network Connections. 3. Double-click Local Area Connection. 4. Click - Compaq dc7700 | Network & Internet Communications Guide - Page 10
is forced to a specific speed/duplex, the switch port must be forced to the same speed/duplex. If necessary, you can disable the Auto-Negotiation capabilities and force the system to operate in one mode only. Windows XP 1. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Double-click Network Connections. 3. Double - Compaq dc7700 | Network & Internet Communications Guide - Page 11
below. Windows XP 1. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Double-click Network Connections. 3. Double-click the New Connection Wizard icon and follow the instructions on the screen. Windows 2000 1. Device drivers are not pre-loaded for Windows 2000. 2. Go to http://www.hp.com to download the drivers and - Compaq dc7700 | Network & Internet Communications Guide - Page 12
outlet for power ● An Ethernet connection to your existing wired LAN or incoming Internet connection ● Wireless LAN cards: the wireless equivalent of a network interface card (NIC) that allow a PC to communicate with the wireless network. Many HP computers come with built-in wireless LAN cards so - Compaq dc7700 | Network & Internet Communications Guide - Page 13
Guide on the Documentation and Diagnostics CD for installation instructions. Advantages of Wireless Networking Wireless local area networking network access. ● A WLAN can often be installed faster and more cost-effectively than a wired network than wired networks. ● Wireless local area networks give - Compaq dc7700 | Network & Internet Communications Guide - Page 14
8 Chapter 1 Network Communications ENWW - Compaq dc7700 | Network & Internet Communications Guide - Page 15
Access Problems Choosing an Internet Service Provider An Internet service provider (ISP) provides you with access (dial-up, cable, DSL, or wireless) and software you need to connect to the Internet. Most ISPs also offer e-mail, access to newsgroups, space to create Web pages, and technical support - Compaq dc7700 | Network & Internet Communications Guide - Page 16
content people who use the computer can view with or without your permission Restricting Internet Content Windows XP If you have not previously enabled Content Advisor: 1. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Double-click Internet Options. 3. Click the Content tab. 4. In the Content Advisor area, click - Compaq dc7700 | Network & Internet Communications Guide - Page 17
not previously enabled Content Advisor: 1. On the Windows desktop, select Start > Settings > Control Panel. 2. Double-click Internet Options. 3. Click you have previously enabled Content Advisor: 1. Select Start > Settings > Control Panel. 2. Double-click Internet Options. 3. Click the Content tab. - Compaq dc7700 | Network & Internet Communications Guide - Page 18
power" LED light on the front of the cable/DSL modem. Cable/DSL service "PC" LED server can store temporarily with the Web browser. This is useful for having the browser remember some specific information that the Web server can later retrieve.) Windows XP 1. Select Start > Control to download Web - Compaq dc7700 | Network & Internet Communications Guide - Page 19
(continued) Internet takes too long to download Web sites. Cause Solution Windows XP 1. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Double-click System. are further problems, click the Troubleshoot button and follow the on-screen instructions. Windows 2000 1. Select Start > Settings > Control Panel. - Compaq dc7700 | Network & Internet Communications Guide - Page 20
14 Chapter 2 Internet Communications ENWW
Network & Internet Communications Guide
Business PCs