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Wireless LAN 802.11a/b/g Device

Welcome!

Congratulations on the purchase of your

PC with the Wireless LAN 802.11a/b/g

Device.

You can establish a wireless network

using your PC as a Wireless Access Point

or you can use your PC as a client if you

already have a wireless network

functioning.

Introduction

Your PC functions as a Wireless Local Area Network

(WLAN) connecting with other wireless product(s) via

802.11 technology.

802.11 technology allows over-the-air connection

between devices. Your PC is equipped with an

802.11a/b/g product which allows fast (54Mbps)

connection rates.

If your PC is connected to the internet and you would

like instructions on how to wirelessly connect other

machines to this PC please refer to section C of this

guide or refer to the section on Access Point Mode

include in the User’s Manual available on the CD.

If another machine is connected to the Internet and

you would like to wirelessly connect this PC to the

other connected machine, start with page 2 of this

guide or find additional information on Station Mode

in the full User’s Manual available on the CD.

Summary of content (9 pages)

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Welcome! Congratulations on the purchase of your PC with the Wireless LAN 802.11a/b/g Device. You can establish a wireless network using your PC as a Wireless Access Point or you can use your PC as a client if you already have a wireless network Introduction Your PC functions as a Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) connecting with other wireless product(s) via 802.11 technology. 802.11 technology allows over-the-air connection between devices. Your PC is equipped with an 802.
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Installing the Wireless LAN 802.11a/b/g A) Device Antenna 1. Screw the antenna connector (A) to the antenna jack (B) located on the back of the PC. 2. Place the PC on a table or place the antenna in an elevated and open area to achieve the best wireless performance. The Wireless LAN 802.11a/b/g Device is embedded in the PC and needs the antenna supplied with your PC to be connected. Once connected, your PC is ready to begin functioning in station mode (as a client) with your Wireless Local Area Network.
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B) Windows XP Wireless Zero Note: There are two Network icons in the system tray. The wireless network connection icon is shown below. Configuration The PC will begin functioning in Station Mode (as a Client) with your Wireless LAN Network as soon as the Network Key is set-up. Important If you do not have an existing wireless network you will need to set up your Gateway prior to using your PC in Station Mode.
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The Wireless Network Connection dialog will appear. The Wireless Network Connection dialog box will appear as shown below. 7. Enter your Network Key (WEP Key or WPA Key) for your Wireless Network 8. Input the Network Key a second time into the “Confirm network key” box Note: If your network is using WEP encryption, then 5. Select the Wireless Network of your choice by clicking on its name and the entire block will become highlighted 6. Select Connect in the lower right corner Wireless LAN 802.
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If your network is using WPA it is necessary to enter an 8 – 63 character alphanumeric key-phrase. The Network Key will accept any of these as it supports both WEP and WPA. 9. Select Connect The Wireless Network Connecting dialog box appears as you are being connected. To close this dialog box select the red X in the upper right corner. After connection to the network the Wireless Network Connection dialog box will reappear showing the connection. Wireless LAN 802.
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C) Software Access Point Your PC is communicating wirelessly via an embedded Wireless LAN 802.11a/b/g Device. The Wireless Software Access Point installed on your HP PC has the capability to turn your PC into a fully function high performance access point. The main purpose of the Software Access Point is to provide internet sharing with other PCs through a common gateway (your home access point or wireless broadband router).
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The Software Access Point will install on your PC and your will be connected in access point mode. Please consult the User’s Manual available on the CD that came with this product for complete operating instructions and individual setting details. Wireless LAN 802.11a/b/g Device D) Troubleshooting Prior to contacting customer support check the following items and reboot the PC: 1. Verify that both the PC as well as the wireless broadband router/access point are powered. 2.
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E) Customer Support Customer support information can be obtained from your PC: 1. Click on Start 2. Right click on My Computer 3. Select Properties 4. Select General tab 5. Select Support Information The necessary contact information will be displayed. OR Refer to System Warranty and Support Guide. Wireless LAN 802.
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Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.