Connecting to a network

This section provides instructions on how to connect to a network.

Connecting to an Ethernet LAN

You can connect your computer to an Ethernet LAN by connecting an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet connector.

DANGER

To avoid the risk of electrical shock, do not connect the telephone cable to the Ethernet connector.

Connecting to a wireless LAN

You can connect your computer to a wireless LAN without the use of an Ethernet cable but by means of radio waves only.

Note: The wireless LAN feature is available only on some models.

To establish a wireless-LAN connection, do the following:

Ensure that a wireless LAN is available and the wireless LAN feature on your computer is working.
Click the wireless-network-connection-status icon in the Windows notification area to display available wireless networks.

Note: If the wireless-network-connection-status icon is not displayed in the Windows notification area, add the icon to the notification area. See the Windows help system.
Click a wireless LAN, and then click Connect to connect your computer to it. Provide required information if needed.

Connecting to a Bluetooth-enabled device

Bluetooth is a short-range wireless communications technology. Use Bluetooth to establish a wireless connection between your computer and another Bluetooth-enabled device within a distance of about 10 m (32.8 ft).

Note: The Bluetooth feature is available only on some models.

To connect to a Bluetooth-enabled device, do the following:

Turn on the Bluetooth feature of your computer. Ensure that the Bluetooth-enabled device is located within a distance of about 10 m (32.8 ft) from your computer.
Click the Bluetooth icon in the Windows notification area on the taskbar. Then, click Add a Device and follow the instructions on the screen.

Note: If the Bluetooth icon is not displayed in the Windows notification area, add the icon to the notification area. See the Windows help system.