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Connecting to a WLAN, Using HP Mobile Broadband (select products only), and status of the connection.

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On the taskbar, right-click the network status icon, and then select Network and Internet settings. Connecting to a WLAN Before you can connect to a WLAN with this procedure, you must first set up internet access. NOTE: When you are setting up internet access in your home, you must establish an account with an internet service provider (ISP). To purchase internet service and a modem, contact a local ISP. The ISP will help set up the modem, install a network cable to connect your wireless router to the modem, and test the internet service. 1. Be sure that the WLAN device is on. 2. On the taskbar, select the network status icon, and then select the right arrow icon next to the Wi-Fi button to see the available networks. If the WLAN is a security-enabled WLAN, you are prompted to enter a security code. Enter the code, and then select Next to complete the connection. NOTE: If no WLANs are listed, you might be out of range of a wireless router or access point. NOTE: Depending on your computer model, if you do not see the WLAN that you want to connect to, follow one of these methods: ● On the taskbar, right-click the network status icon, and then select Network and Internet settings. ● Select WiFi, and then select Manage known networks. ● Select the Add network button. A list of options is displayed, which allows you to manually search for and connect to a network or to create a new network connection. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the connection. After the connection is made, select the network status icon at the far right of the taskbar to verify the name and status of the connection. NOTE: The functional range (how far your wireless signals travel) depends on WLAN implementation, router manufacturer, and interference from other electronic devices or structural barriers such as walls and floors. Using HP Mobile Broadband (select products only) Your HP Mobile Broadband computer has built-in support for mobile broadband service. Your new computer, when used with a mobile operator's network, gives you the freedom to connect to the internet, send email, or connect to your corporate network without the need for Wi-Fi® hotspots. You might need the HP Mobile Broadband Module IMEI number, MEID number, or both to activate mobile broadband service. The number might be printed on a label located on the bottom of your computer, inside the battery bay, under the service door, or on the back of the display. 1. On the taskbar, right-click the network status icon. 2. Select Network and Internet settings. 3. In the Network and Internet window, select Cellular, and then select Mobile operator settings. Connecting to a WLAN 21

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On the taskbar, right-click the network status icon, and then select
Network and Internet settings
.
Connecting to a WLAN
Before you can connect to a WLAN with this procedure, you must first set up internet access.
NOTE:
When you are setting up internet access in your home, you must establish an account with an
internet service provider (ISP). To purchase internet service and a modem, contact a local ISP. The ISP will
help set up the modem, install a network cable to connect your wireless router to the modem, and test the
internet service.
1.
Be sure that the WLAN device is on.
2.
On the taskbar, select the network status icon, and then select the right arrow icon next to the Wi-Fi
button to see the available networks.
If the WLAN is a security-enabled WLAN, you are prompted to enter a security code. Enter the code, and
then select
Next
to complete the connection.
NOTE:
If no WLANs are listed, you might be out of range of a wireless router or access point.
NOTE:
Depending on your computer model, if you do not see the WLAN that you want to connect to,
follow one of these methods:
●
On the taskbar, right-click the network status icon, and then select
Network and Internet settings
.
●
Select
WiFi
, and then select
Manage known networks
.
●
Select the
Add network
button.
A list of options is displayed, which allows you to manually search for and connect to a network or to
create a new network connection.
3.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the connection.
After the connection is made, select the network status icon at the far right of the taskbar to verify the name
and status of the connection.
NOTE:
The functional range (how far your wireless signals travel) depends on WLAN implementation,
router manufacturer, and interference from other electronic devices or structural barriers such as walls and
floors.
Using HP Mobile Broadband (select products only)
Your HP Mobile Broadband computer has built-in support for mobile broadband service. Your new computer,
when used with a mobile operator’s network, gives you the freedom to connect to the internet, send email, or
connect to your corporate network without the need for Wi-Fi® hotspots.
You might need the HP Mobile Broadband Module IMEI number, MEID number, or both to activate mobile
broadband service. The number might be printed on a label located on the bottom of your computer, inside
the battery bay, under the service door, or on the back of the display.
1.
On the taskbar, right-click the network status icon.
2.
Select
Network and Internet settings
.
3.
In the
Network and Internet
window, select
Cellular
, and then select
Mobile operator settings
.
Connecting to a WLAN
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