HP G42-232NR Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7 - Page 32

Connecting to a local area network

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If the computer still cannot make a connection to a WLAN, restart the wireless router. For details, refer to the router manufacturer's instructions. Connecting to a local area network Connecting to a local area network (LAN) requires an 8-pin, RJ-45 network cable (purchased separately). If the network cable contains noise suppression circuitry (1), which prevents interference from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable (2) toward the computer. To connect the network cable: 1. Plug the network cable into the network jack (1) on the computer. 2. Plug the other end of the cable into a network wall jack (2). WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not plug a modem or telephone cable into the RJ-45 (network) jack. 22 Chapter 2 Wireless, local area network, and modem

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If the computer still cannot make a connection to a WLAN, restart the wireless router. For details, refer
to the router manufacturer's instructions.
Connecting to a local area network
Connecting to a local area network (LAN) requires an 8-pin, RJ-45 network cable (purchased
separately). If the network cable contains noise suppression circuitry
(1)
, which prevents interference
from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable
(2)
toward the computer.
To connect the network cable:
1.
Plug the network cable into the network jack
(1)
on the computer.
2.
Plug the other end of the cable into a network wall jack
(2)
.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not plug a
modem or telephone cable into the RJ-45 (network) jack.
22
Chapter 2
Wireless, local area network, and modem