HP Dc5700 Network & Internet Communications Guide
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Network & Internet Communications Guide Business PCs - HP Dc5700 | 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 written consent of Hewlett-Packard Company. Network & Internet Communications Guide Business PCs First Edition (August 2006) Document Part Number: - HP Dc5700 | 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 - HP Dc5700 | Network & Internet Communications Guide - Page 4
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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 - HP Dc5700 | Network & Internet Communications Guide - Page 6
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● 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 - HP Dc5700 | 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 - HP Dc5700 | Network & Internet Communications Guide - Page 9
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 Properties. 5. Click Configure. 6. Click - HP Dc5700 | 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 - HP Dc5700 | 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 - HP Dc5700 | Network & Internet Communications Guide - Page 12
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 they are - HP Dc5700 | Network & Internet Communications Guide - Page 13
card, you can easily add one. Refer to the Hardware Reference Guide on the Documentation and Diagnostics CD for installation instructions. Advantages of Wireless Networking Wireless local area networking (WLAN) brings new levels of flexibility and accessibility to your business. The many advantages - HP Dc5700 | Network & Internet Communications Guide - Page 14
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technical support. Some ISPs offer commercial services, such as domain hosting, to companies and individuals wanting to do business on the online service provider. ● ISPs typically offer a variety of service plans for different customers' needs. Be sure to review and compare plans, services offered, - HP Dc5700 | Network & Internet Communications Guide - Page 16
Content Advisor, you can: ● Control Internet access ● Set up a password ● Set up a list of Web sites that people who use the computer cannot view ● Adjust the types of content people who use the computer can view with or without your permission Restricting Internet Content Windows XP If you have not - HP Dc5700 | 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 for each category you want to limit. 6. Click OK, then type your password in the Password box. A dialog box will inform you that Content Advisor has - HP Dc5700 | Network & Internet Communications Guide - Page 18
" is a small piece of information that a Web 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 Panel. 2. Double-click Internet Options. 3. On the - HP Dc5700 | Network & Internet Communications Guide - Page 19
Internet Access Problems (continued) Internet takes too long to download Web sites. Cause Solution Windows XP 1. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Double-click System. 3. Click the Hardware tab. 4. In the Device Manager area, click the Device Manager button. 5. Double-click Ports (COM & LPT - HP Dc5700 | Network & Internet Communications Guide - Page 20
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