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1. Be sure that the WLAN device is on. (Refer to

Turning wireless devices on or off on page 3.)

2. Select Start > Connect to.

3. Select your WLAN from the list.

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If the network is unsecured, a warning is displayed. Click Connect Anyway to accept the

warning and complete the connection.

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If the network is a security-enabled WLAN, you are prompted to enter a network security

code. Type the code, and then click Connect to complete the connection.

NOTE: If no WLANs are listed, you are out of range of a wireless router or access point.

NOTE: If you do not see the network you want to connect to, click Set up a connection

or network. A list of options is displayed. You can choose to manually search for and

connect to a network or to create a new network connection.

After the connection is made, you can place the mouse pointer over the network icon in the

notification area, 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.

Setting up a new WLAN

Required equipment:

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A broadband modem (either DSL or cable) (1) and high-speed Internet service purchased from

an Internet service provider (ISP)

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A wireless router (purchased separately) (2)

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The wireless computer (3)

NOTE: Some cable modems include a built-in router. Check with your ISP to see if you need a

separate router.

The illustration below shows an example of a wireless network installation that is connected to the

Internet.

NOTE: When setting up a wireless connection, be sure that your computer and wireless router are

synchronized. To synchronize your computer and wireless router, turn your computer and wireless

router off and then back on.

As your network grows, additional wireless and wired computers can be connected to the network to

access the Internet.

6 Chapter 2 Networking (select models only)

HP Mini 210-3000 Reference Guide

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