Using HP Connection Manager (select models only)
HP Connection Manager provides a central location for managing your wireless devices and an interface for
sending and receiving SMS (text) messages. HP Connection Manager allows you to manage the following
devices:
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Wireless local area network (WLAN)/Wi-Fi
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Bluetooth
HP Connection Manager provides information and notifications on connection status, power status, and SMS
(text) messages. Status information and notifications are provided in the notification area, at the far right of
the taskbar.
To open HP Connection Manager, select Start > All Programs > HP Help and Support > HP Connection
Manager.
For more details about using HP Connection Manager, see the HP Connection Manager software Help.
Using operating system controls
The Network and Sharing Center allows you to set up a connection or network, connect to a network, manage
wireless networks, and diagnose and repair network problems.
To use operating system controls, select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and
Sharing Center.
For more information, select Start > Help and Support.
Sharing data and drives and accessing software
When your computer is part of a network, you are not limited to using only the information that is stored in
your computer. Network computers can exchange software and data with each other.
NOTE:
When a disc like a DVD movie or game is copy-protected, it cannot be shared.
To share on the same network:
1.
From the computer you are sharing, select Start > Computer.
2.
Right-click what you want to share, and click Properties.
3.
Select the Sharing tab, and then select Advanced Sharing.
4.
Select the Share this folder check box.
5.
Type a name in the Share name text box.
6.
Click Apply, and then click OK.
7.
To view the shared drive:
▲
Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center.
Using a WLAN
With a WLAN device, you can access a wireless local area network (WLAN), 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.
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