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Wireless (Select Models Only) User Guide - Compaq Presario V3500 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 2
, L.P. Windows is a U.S. registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set - Compaq Presario V3500 | 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 V3500 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 4
iv Product notice - Compaq Presario V3500 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 5
system controls 4 3 Using WLAN devices (select models only) Setting up a WLAN ...6 Connecting to a WLAN ...7 Using wireless security features 7 Identifying a WLAN device ...8 4 Using HP Broadband Wireless (select models only) Inserting a SIM ...10 Removing a SIM ...12 5 Using Bluetooth wireless - Compaq Presario V3500 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 6
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HP Broadband Wireless Module-A wireless wide area network (WWAN) device that provides access to information wherever mobile network operator service is or even countries. ● Bluetooth® device-Creates a personal area network (PAN) to connect to other Bluetooth-enabled devices such as and Support. 1 - Compaq Presario V3500 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 8
2 Using the wireless controls You can control the wireless devices in your computer using these methods: ● Wireless switch ● Wireless Assistant software (select models only) ● Operating system controls 2 Chapter 2 Using the wireless controls - Compaq Presario V3500 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 9
enabled at the factory, you can use the wireless switch to turn on or turn off the wireless devices simultaneously. Individual wireless devices can be controlled through Wireless Assistant software (select models only). Using the wireless switch 3 - Compaq Presario V3500 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 10
or turning on a wireless device does not automatically connect the computer to a network or a Bluetooth-enabled device. To view the state of the wireless devices, click the Wireless Assistant icon Center. in the Windows® Mobility For more information, refer to the Wireless Assistant online Help - Compaq Presario V3500 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 11
software. NOTE: To use the WLAN device in your computer, you must connect to a WLAN infrastructure (provided through a service provider or a public or corporate network). Computers with WLAN devices support one or more of the following IEEE industry standards: ● 802.11b, the first popular standard - Compaq Presario V3500 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 12
(either DSL or cable) (1) and high-speed Internet service purchased from an Internet service provider (ISP) ● A wireless router (purchased separately) (2) ● The wireless computer (3) The illustration below shows an example of a wireless network installation that is connected to the Internet. As your - Compaq Presario V3500 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 13
, if required. NOTE: If you don't see the network you want to connect to, click Set up a connection or network. A list of options will be displayed that includes manually searching for and connecting to a network, as well as creating a new network connection. NOTE: The functional range (how far your - Compaq Presario V3500 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 14
your computer does not have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the WLAN device is not properly installed. For more information on troubleshooting wireless networks, refer to the information and Web site links provided in Help and Support. 8 Chapter 3 Using WLAN devices (select models only) - Compaq Presario V3500 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 15
, or Integrated Circuit Card Identifier (ICCID), is located on the label inside the battery bay. For information on HP Broadband Wireless and how to activate service with a preferred mobile network operator, refer to the broadband wireless information included with your computer. For additional - Compaq Presario V3500 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 16
all external devices connected to the computer. 4. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. 5. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface, with the battery bay toward you. 6. Remove the battery. 7. Slide the SIM cover (1) to unlock it, and then lift the cover up (2). 10 Chapter 4 Using - Compaq Presario V3500 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 17
gently push the SIM down until it is firmly seated. 9. Close the SIM cover (1), and then slide the cover (2) to lock it. 10. Replace the battery. NOTE: HP Broadband Wireless will be disabled if the battery is not replaced. 11. Reconnect external power. 12. Turn on the computer. Inserting a SIM 11 - Compaq Presario V3500 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 18
connected to the computer. 4. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. 5. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface, with the battery bay toward you. 6. Remove the battery. 7. Slide the SIM cover (1) to unlock it, and then lift the cover up (2). 8. Gently pull the SIM out of the SIM slot - Compaq Presario V3500 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 19
9. Close the SIM cover (1), and then slide the cover (2) to lock it. 10. Replace the battery. 11. Reconnect external power. 12. Turn on the computer. Removing a SIM 13 - Compaq Presario V3500 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 20
, notebook, PDA) ● Phones (cellular, cordless, smart phone) ● Imaging devices (printer, camera) ● Audio devices (headset, speakers) Bluetooth devices provide peer-to-peer capability that allows you to set up a PAN of Bluetooth devices. For information on configuring and using Bluetooth devices - Compaq Presario V3500 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 21
Index B Bluetooth device 14 C connecting to a WLAN 7 corporate WLAN connection 7 H HP Broadband Wireless Module 9 HP Broadband Wireless, disabled 10 functional range 7 public WLAN connection 7 security 7 wireless network, described 1 wireless switch 2 WLAN device 5 WWAN device 9 I Internet - Compaq Presario V3500 | Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista - Page 22
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