HP 6535b Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows XP

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    Wireless (Select Models Only) User Guide
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    , 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
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    SIM ...13 4 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS 15 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Cannot create a WLAN connection ...17 Cannot connect to a preferred network 18 Current network security codes are unavailable 19 WLAN
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    router or a wireless access point. ● HP Mobile Broadband Module-A wireless wide area network (WWAN) device that provides access to information wherever mobile network operator service is available. In a WWAN, each mobile device communicates to a mobile network operator's base station. Mobile network
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    that all of the wireless devices are off. HP Connection Manager Opens HP Connection Manager, which enables you to create a connection with an HP Mobile Broadband device (select models only). Network status (connected) Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed and one or
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    guide as the wireless button) ● Wireless Assistant software (select models only) ● HP Connection Manager software (select models only) ● Operating system controls Using the wireless button The computer has a wireless button, one or more wireless devices, and one or two wireless lights, depending
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    Wireless Assistant software. If a wireless device is disabled by Computer Setup, it must be reenabled by Computer Setup before it can be turned on or off using Wireless Assistant. NOTE: Enabling or turning on a wireless device does not automatically connect the computer to a network or a Bluetooth
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    a network, manage wireless networks, and diagnose and repair connections. To access Network Connections, click Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connections > Network Connections. For more information, refer to Help and Support. Click Start > Help and Support. Using HP Connection Manager
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    , which allows several wireless and wired computers to share an Internet connection, a printer, and files without requiring additional pieces of hardware or software. To use the WLAN device in your computer, you must connect to a WLAN infrastructure (provided through a service provider or a public
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    (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
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    -in security Many wireless base stations, gateways, and routers provide built-in security features such as wireless security protocols and firewalls. With the correct wireless transmitter, you can protect your network from the most common wireless security risks. ● Work behind a firewall A firewall
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    , the wireless light is amber when all wireless devices are off. 2. Select Start > Connect To. 3. Select your WLAN from the list, and then type the network security key, if required. ● If the network is unsecured, meaning that anyone can access the network, a warning is displayed. Click Connect
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    to another network When you move your computer within range of another WLAN, Windows attempts to connect to that network. If the attempt is successful, your computer is automatically connected to the new network. If Windows does not recognize the new network, follow the same procedure you used
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    provides access to networks based on the code division multiple access (CDMA) telecommunications standard. You may need the HP Mobile Broadband Module serial number to activate mobile broadband service. The serial number is printed on a label inside the battery bay of your computer. Some mobile
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    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. Insert the SIM into the SIM slot, and gently push the SIM into the slot until it is firmly seated. 8. Replace the battery. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband will be disabled if
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    . 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. Press in on the SIM (1), and then remove it from the slot (2). 8. Replace the battery. 9. Reconnect external power. 10. Reconnect external
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    4 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that traditionally link electronic devices such as the following: ● Computers (desktop, notebook, PDA) ● Phones (cellular, cordless,
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    between your computer and wireless devices including cellular phones, printers, cameras, and PDAs. The inability to consistently connect two or more computers to share the Internet through Bluetooth is a limitation of Bluetooth and the Windows® operating system. Bluetooth and Internet Connection
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    solutions to your network connection problem, be sure that device drivers are installed for all wireless devices. Use the procedures in this chapter to diagnose and repair a computer that does not connect to the network you want to use. 16 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems
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    adapters list. The listing for a WLAN device may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN, or 802.11. If no WLAN device is listed, either 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
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    . 2. Click on one of the connections. 3. In the left pane, click Repair this connection. The Network connections window is displayed, and Windows resets your network device and attempts to reconnect to one of the preferred networks. 18 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems
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    a network connected to your personal wireless router, review the router user guide for instructions on setting up the same codes on both the router and the are active, several will be displayed. 2. Right-click the network, and then click Properties. 3. Click the Wireless Networks tab. 4. Select the
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    , and then click Properties. 3. Click the Wireless Networks tab. A list showing the available WLANs is displayed. If you are in a hotspot where several WLANs are active, several will be displayed. 4. Select a network, and then click Remove. 20 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems
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    router If you are trying to connect to the wireless router and are unsuccessful, reset the wireless router by removing power from the router for 10 to 15 seconds. If the computer still cannot make a connection to a WLAN, restart the wireless router. For details, refer to the router manufacturer
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    12 removing 13 software HP Connection Manager 5 Wireless Assistant 4 T troubleshooting 16 W Wireless Assistant software 3, 4 wireless button 3 wireless controls button 3 operating system 3 Wireless Assistant software 3 wireless devices, types 1 wireless icon 2 wireless light 3 wireless network (WLAN
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