5–6 Hardware and Software Guide
Wireless (Select Models Only)
Connecting to a WLAN in Your Home
To connect to a WLAN connection in your home:
1. Be sure that your 802.11 wireless device is on. When the
wireless device is on, the wireless light is turned on. If the
wireless light is off, turn on the wireless device.
2. Be sure that your router is correctly installed and configured.
For instructions, refer to your router user guides.
3. Use the Wireless Network Connection feature of Microsoft
Windows XP to connect your computer to the WLAN.
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Functional range for subsequent WLAN connections will vary,
depending on your computer WLAN implementation, router
manufacturer, and interference from walls and other electronic
devices.
For more information about connecting to a WLAN in
your home:
■ Refer to information from your ISP and the user guides
included with your wireless router and other WLAN
equipment.
■ Access the information and Web site links provided in the
Help and Support Center.
Connecting to a Public WLAN
Contact your ISP or search the Web for a list of public WLANs
near you.
When you are within range of a public WLAN, a Wireless
Network Connection interactive message is displayed at the
bottom of your computer screen. Check with each public WLAN
location for cost and connection requirements.