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    Internet Communications Guide Business Desktops Document Part Number: 312968-003 November 2004 This guide provides definitions and instructions for using network interface controller (NIC) features that are preinstalled on select models. It also provides information about Internet Service Providers
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    DOS, Windows, and Windows NT are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. The only warranties for HP products and services are or loss of information. Network & Internet Communications Guide Business Desktops First Edition (February 2003) Third Edition (November 2004) Document
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    Point (Infrastructure) Network 1-9 Advantages of Wireless Networking 1-10 2 Internet Communications Choosing an Internet Service Provider 2-1 Content Advisor 2-2 Restricting Internet Content 2-2 Solving Internet Access Problems 2-4 Network & Internet Communications Guide www.hp.com iii
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    Contents iv www.hp.com Network & Internet Communications Guide
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    common software programs. The computer comes network-ready, which means that it has an integrated network controller and network device drivers already loaded onto the computer hard drive. The computer is ready to make the network connection. Network & Internet Communications Guide www.hp.com 1-1
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    All Ethernet networks include some combination of the following elements: 1 Ethernet cable 3 Drop cables 2 Information packets 4 Workstations Ethernet Network Structure Refer to the Hardware Reference Guide on the Documentation CD for network connector identification. 1-2 www
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    , and when the computer is powered off. Depending on the NIC model, these alerts can be monitored in the following states: ■ System BIOS hang-On action ■ Operating system hang-On action ■ Processor missing-On power up ■ Operating temperature exceeded-On action ■ Chassis intrusion-On power up/or on
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    -On-Lan: 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 the Power Management tab, then select or clear the check box to Allow this device to bring the computer out of standby
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    the system is physically connected to an active network. ■ Activity light-illuminates when the computer detects network activity. When the system is connected to a highly used network, the activity not illuminated when operating at 10 Mbps. Network & Internet Communications Guide www.hp.com 1-5
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    is supported. Full-duplex systems can transmit and receive information on the network simultaneously. Half-duplex systems cannot transmit and receive simultaneously. If necessary, you can disable the Auto-Negotiation capabilities and force the system to operate in one mode only. Windows XP 1. Select
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    and duplex values to the appropriate values, depending on the capabilities of the network. 9. Click OK. You may be prompted to restart the computer for the changes to take effect. Refer to the documentation provided with the network controller for additional information. ✎ 100Base-TX and 1000Base-TX
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    are supplied for the Windows XP Professional, Windows XP Home, and Windows 2000 operating systems, depending on the computer model. If you are using another operating system, device drivers may be installed from media included with the network operating system or are available from HP. If it ever
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    one may be better suited for your needs. Review the following configuration information to determine which mode network. However, with Ad-hoc networking, your computer is only able to communicate with other nearby wireless wireless client computer can communicate with other computers equipped with
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    your PC doesn't have a wireless card, you can easily add one. Refer to the Hardware Reference Guide on the Documentation CD for installation instructions. Advantages of Wireless Networking Wireless local area networking (WLAN) brings new levels of flexibility and accessibility to your business. The
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    than a wired network. ■ Additional computers can be added to a WLAN quickly and with minimal cost. ■ WLANs are potentially easier to maintain and manage than wired networks. ■ Wireless local area networks give workers the freedom to access real-time business information anytime and anywhere within
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    Network Communications 1-12 www.hp.com Network & Internet Communications Guide
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    to create Web pages, and technical support. Some ISPs offer commercial services, such as domain hosting, to companies and individuals wanting to do business on the Internet. You can choose to help you locate an ISP or online service provider. Network & Internet Communications Guide www.hp.com 2-1
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    of service plans for different customers' needs. Be sure to review and compare plans, services 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 hp.com Network & Internet Communications Guide
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    that Content Advisor has been turned off. Click OK. Windows 2000 If you have not previously enabled Content Advisor: 1. On the Windows desktop, select Start > Settings >Control Panel. 2. Double-click Internet Options. 3. Click the Content tab. Network & Internet Communications Guide www.hp.com 2-3
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    see a "power" LED light on the front of the cable/DSL modem. Try connecting to the Internet at a later time or contact your ISP. (If the cable/DSL service is connected, the "cable" LED light on the front of the cable/DSL modem will be on.) 2-4 www.hp.com Network & Internet Communications Guide
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    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 General tab, click the Delete Cookies button
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    click Properties. 7. Under Device status, verify that the modem is working properly. 8. Under Device usage, verify the modem is enabled. 9. If there are further problems, click the Troubleshoot button and follow the on-screen instructions. 2-6 www.hp.com Network & Internet Communications Guide
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    click Properties. 7. Under Device status, verify that the modem is working properly. 8. Under Device usage, verify the modem is enabled. 9. If there are further problems, click the Troubleshoot button and follow the on-screen instructions. Network & Internet Communications Guide www.hp.com 2-7
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    Internet Communications 2-8 www.hp.com Network & Internet Communications Guide
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Network & Internet
Communications Guide
Business Desktops
Document Part Number: 312968-003
November 2004
This guide provides definitions and instructions for using network
interface controller (NIC) features that are preinstalled on select
models. It also provides information about Internet Service Providers
and solving Internet access problems.