HP Presario X1000 Compaq and HP Notebook PC Series - Using a Wireless LAN Adap - Page 1
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Using a Wireless LAN Adapter Your notebook model may include a wireless local area network (WLAN) adapter. A WLAN adapter enables your notebook to connect to a compatible wireless network access point or to another, compatible, wireless-enabled notebook. A WLAN adapter cannot be used to connect the notebook to a mobile telephone service, a Bluetooth wireless device, or a cordless telephone. Setting up a wireless network requires: ■ A notebook equipped with a WLAN adapter-The WLAN adapter can be integrated or a free-standing add-on, such as a PC Card. ■ A wireless access point-Wireless access point functionality can be provided by a standalone device or be included with another networking device, such as a router. Accessing the Internet through a wireless network requires: ■ An Internet access device, such as a broadband cable or DSL (digital subscriber line) modem or a shared analog modem connected to a phone line. ■ Service from an ISP (Internet service provider). Hardware requirements for an Internet connection include a WLAN adapter in the notebook, a wireless access point, and a modem. (Notebook appearance varies by model.)