HP Pavilion DV2500 User Manual
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- Page 1 Wireless (Select Models Only) User Guide...
- Page 2 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 forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty.
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Page 3: Product Notice
Product notice This user guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your computer. - Page 4 Product notice...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Connecting to a WLAN ... 7 Using wireless security features ... 7 Identifying a WLAN device ... 8 4 Using HP Broadband Wireless (select models only) Inserting a SIM ... 10 Removing a SIM ... 12 5 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) -
Page 7: About Integrated Wireless Devices
In a WLAN, each mobile wireless device communicates with a wireless router or a wireless access point. HP Broadband Wireless Module—A wireless wide area network (WWAN) device that provides ●... -
Page 8: Using The Wireless Controls
Using the wireless controls You can control the wireless devices in your computer using these methods: Wireless switch ● Wireless Assistant software (select models only) ● Operating system controls ● Chapter 2 Using the wireless controls... -
Page 9: Using The Wireless Switch
Using the wireless switch The computer has a wireless switch, one or more wireless devices, and one or two wireless lights, depending on the model. All of the wireless devices on your computer are enabled at the factory, so the wireless light is on (blue) when you turn on the computer. -
Page 10: Using Wireless Assistant Software (Select Models Only)
Using Wireless Assistant software (select models only) A wireless device can be turned on or off using the Wireless Assistant software. NOTE: Enabling or turning on a wireless device does not automatically connect the computer to a network or a Bluetooth-enabled device. To view the state of the wireless devices, click the Wireless Assistant icon Center. -
Page 11: Using Wlan Devices (Select Models Only)
Using WLAN devices (select models only) With a WLAN device, you can access a wireless local area network, which is composed of other computers and accessories that are linked by a wireless router or a wireless access point. NOTE: The terms wireless router and wireless access point are often used interchangeably. A large-scale WLAN, such as a corporate or public WLAN, typically uses wireless access points that ●... -
Page 12: Setting Up A Wlan
Setting up a WLAN To set up a WLAN and connect to the Internet, you need the following equipment: A broadband modem (either DSL or cable) (1) and high-speed Internet service purchased from an ● Internet service provider (ISP) A wireless router (purchased separately) (2) ●... -
Page 13: Connecting To A Wlan
Connecting to a WLAN To connect to the WLAN, follow these steps: Verify that the WLAN device is turned on. If it is on, the wireless light is on. If the wireless light is off (amber), slide the wireless switch. Open Connect to a Network by clicking the Start button, and then clicking Connect to. -
Page 14: Identifying A Wlan Device
Identifying a WLAN device If you have a problem connecting to a wireless network, confirm that the integrated WLAN device is properly installed on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer. -
Page 15: Using Hp Broadband Wireless (Select Models Only)
Using HP Broadband Wireless (select models only) HP Broadband Wireless enables your computer to access the Internet from more places and over larger areas than WLANs. Using HP Broadband Wireless requires a network service provider (called a mobile network operator), which in most cases will be a mobile phone network operator. Coverage for HP Broadband Wireless is similar to mobile phone voice coverage. -
Page 16: Inserting A Sim
Remove the battery. Slide the SIM cover (1) to unlock it, and then lift the cover up (2). Chapter 4 Using HP Broadband Wireless (select models only) To prevent damage to the connectors, use minimal force when inserting a SIM. - Page 17 Close the SIM cover (1), and then slide the cover (2) to lock it. Replace the battery. NOTE: HP Broadband Wireless will be disabled if the battery is not replaced. Reconnect external power. Turn on the computer. Inserting a SIM...
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Page 18: Removing A Sim
Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface, with the battery bay toward you. Remove the battery. Slide the SIM cover (1) to unlock it, and then lift the cover up (2). Gently pull the SIM out of the SIM slot. Chapter 4 Using HP Broadband Wireless (select models only) - Page 19 Close the SIM cover (1), and then slide the cover (2) to lock it. Replace the battery. Reconnect external power. Turn on the computer. Removing a SIM...
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Page 20: Using Bluetooth Wireless Devices (Select Models Only)
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, smart phone) ● Imaging devices (printer, camera) ●... -
Page 21: Index
Index Bluetooth device 14 connecting to a WLAN 7 corporate WLAN connection 7 HP Broadband Wireless Module 9 HP Broadband Wireless, disabled 10 Internet connection setup 6 public WLAN connection 7 security, wireless 7 setup of WLAN 6 defined 9...