[. . . ] Getting Started HP Notebook © Copyright 2011 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L. P. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. 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. [. . . ] ISP-provided icons (available in some locations)--These icons may be displayed either individually on the Windows desktop or grouped in a desktop folder named Online Services. To set up a new Internet account or configure the computer to use an existing account, double-click an icon, and then follow the on-screen instructions. Windows Connect to the Internet Wizard--You can use the Windows Connect to the Internet Wizard to connect to the Internet in any of these situations: You already have an account with an ISP. You do not have an Internet account and want to select an ISP from the list provided within the wizard. (The list of ISP providers is not available in all regions. ) You have selected an unlisted ISP, and the ISP has provided you with information such as a specific IP address and POP3 and SMTP settings. To access the Windows Connect to the Internet Wizard and instructions for using it, select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. NOTE: If you are prompted within the wizard to choose between enabling or disabling Windows Firewall, choose to enable the firewall. Using an Internet service provider (ISP) 15 Connecting to a wireless network Wireless technology transfers data across radio waves instead of wires. Your computer may be equipped with one or more of the following wireless devices: Wireless local area network (WLAN) device Bluetooth device For more information on wireless technology and connecting to a wireless network, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide and information and Web site links provided in Help and Support. Connecting to an existing WLAN 1. Click the network icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. If required, enter the security key. Setting up a new WLAN network Required 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) Your new wireless computer (3) NOTE: Some modems have a built-in wireless router. The illustration shows an example of a completed WLAN network installation that is connected to the Internet. As your network grows, additional wireless and wired computers can be connected to the network to access the Internet. 16 Chapter 3 Networking Configuring a wireless router For help in setting up a WLAN, refer to the information provided by your router manufacturer or your ISP. The Windows operating system also provides tools to help you set up a new wireless network. To use the Windows tools to set up your network, select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center > Set up a new connection or network > Set up a new network. NOTE: It is recommended that you initially connect your new wireless computer to the router by using the network cable provided with the router. When the computer successfully connects to the Internet, you can disconnect the cable, and then access the Internet through your wireless network. Protecting your WLAN When you set up a WLAN or access an existing WLAN, always turn on security features to protect your network from unauthorized access. For information on protecting your WLAN, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. Connecting to a wireless network 17 4 Keyboard and pointing devices Using the keyboard Using pointing devices Using the keyboard Using the action keys Action keys are customized actions that are assigned to specific keys at the top of the keyboard. The icons on the f1 through f4 keys and f6 through f12 keys represent the action key functions. To use an action key, press and hold this key to activate the assigned function. If this feature is disabled in Setup Utility, you must press fn and an action key to activate the assigned function. Icon Key f1 Description Opens Help and Support, which provides information about your Windows operating system and computer, answers to questions and tutorials, and updates to your computer. Help and Support also provides automated troubleshooting and links to support specialists. f2 Decreases the screen brightness level incrementally when you hold down this key. f3 Increases the screen brightness level incrementally when you hold down this key. f4 Switches the screen image among display devices connected to the system. For example, if a monitor is connected to the computer, pressing this key alternates the screen image from computer display to monitor display to simultaneous display on both the computer and the monitor. Most external monitors receive video information from the computer using the external VGA video standard. [. . . ] Copy the screen image: To copy only the active window, press alt+fn+prt sc. Save and print the document. Using Windows Backup and Restore Guidelines: Be sure that the computer is connected to AC power before you start the backup process. Depending on file sizes, it may take over an hour. To create a backup: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Backup and Restore. [. . . ]