HP 14 Elitebook Folio 1040 G2 Notebook User Manual

3Network connections
Your computer can travel with you wherever you go. But even at home, you can explore the globe and access information from millions of websites using your computer and a wired or wireless network connection. This chapter will help you get connected to that world.
Connecting to a wireless network
Your computer may be equipped with one or more of the following wireless devices:
●WLAN device—Connects the computer to wireless local area networks (commonly referred to as Wi-Fi 
networks,...

Connecting to a WLANNOTE:When you are setting up Internet access in your home, you must establish an account with an 
Internet service provider (ISP). To purchase Internet service and a modem, contact a local ISP. The ISP will 
help set up the modem, install a network cable to connect your wireless router to the modem, and test the  Internet service.
To connect to a WLAN, follow these steps:
1.Be sure that the WLAN device is on.
2.Select the network status icon in the taskbar, and then connect to one of...

For information about HP Mobile Broadband and how to activate service with a preferred mobile network 
operator, see the HP Mobile Broadband information included with your computer.
Using HP Mobile Connect (select products only)
HP Mobile Connect is a prepaid, mobile broadband service that provides a cost-e

2.Plug the other end of the network cable into a network wall jack (2) or router.NOTE:If the network cable contains noise suppression circuitry (3), which prevents interference from 
TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable toward the computer.
Using a modem (select products only)
A modem must be connected to an analog telephone line using a 6-pin, RJ-11 modem cable. In some 
countries or regions, a 
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To connect the modem to an analog telephone line that does not have an RJ-11 telephone jack, follow these 
steps:
1.Plug the modem cable into the modem jack (1) on the computer.
2.Plug the modem cable into the modem cable adapter (2).
3.Plug the modem cable adapter (3) into the telephone wall jack.
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4Screen navigation
You can navigate the computer screen in the following ways:
●Use touch gestures directly on the computer screen (select products only)
●Use touch gestures on the TouchPad
●Use keyboard and optional mouse (mouse purchased separately)
●Use the pointing stick (select products only)
Using the TouchPad and touch screen gestures
The TouchPad helps you navigate the computer screen and control the pointer using simple touch gestures. You can also use the left and right TouchPad buttons as you...

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5Entertainment features
Use your HP computer for business or pleasure to meet with others via the webcam, mix audio and video, or 
connect external devices like a projector, monitor, TV, or speakers. See 
Components on page 4 to locate the 
audio, video and camera features on your computer.
Using a webcam (select products only)
Your computer has a webcam (integrated camera) that records video and captures photographs. Some 
models allow you to video conference and chat online using streaming video.
▲To...

To view or change sound settings:
▲Type control panel in the taskbar search box, select Control Panel, select Hardware and Sound, 
and then select 
Sound.
– or –
Right-click the Start button, select Control Panel, select Hardware and Sound, and then select Sound.
Your computer may include an enhanced sound system by Bang & Olufsen, DTS, Beats audio, or another  provider. As a result, your computer may include advanced audio features that can be controlled through an 
audio control panel 
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