HP Pavilion Dv6t 3100 Quad Edition Entertainment Notebook Pc Manual

Identifying wireless and network status icons
Icon Name Description
Wireless (connected) Identifies the location of the wireless light and the wireless key on
the computer. Also identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software
on the computer and indicates that one or more of the wireless
devices are on.
Wired network (connected) Indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, and one
or more network devices are connected to a wired network.
Wired network (disabled/
disconnected)Indicates that one...

Using HP Wireless Assistant
A wireless device is turned on or off using HP Wireless Assistant. If a wireless device is disabled by
Setup Utility, it must be re-enabled by Setup Utility before it can be turned on or off using Wireless
Assistant.
NOTE:Enabling or turning on a wireless device does not automatically connect the computer to a
network or a Bluetooth-enabled device.
To view the state of the wireless devices, click the Show hidden icons icon, the arrow at the left of
the notification area, and...

Using a WLAN
With a WLAN device, access is available to 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.
●A large-scale WLAN, such as a corporate or public WLAN, typically uses wireless access points
that accommodate a large number of computers and accessories and can separate critical
network functions.
●A home...

Protecting your WLAN
Because the WLAN standard was designed with only limited security capabilities—basically to foil
casual eavesdropping rather than more powerful forms of attack—it is essential to understand that
WLANs are vulnerable to well-known and well-documented security weaknesses.
WLANs in public areas, or “hotspots,” like coffee shops and airports might not provide any security.
New technologies are being developed by wireless manufacturers and hotspot service providers that
make the public...

Connecting to a WLAN
To connect to the WLAN:
1.Be sure that the WLAN device is on. If it is on, the wireless light is illuminated white. If the
wireless light is off, press the wireless key.
NOTE:On some models, the wireless light is amber when all wireless devices are off.
2.Click the Network icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar.
3.Select your WLAN from the list.
4.Click Connect.
NOTE:If no WLANs are listed, you are out of range of a wireless router or access point.
●If the...

Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only)
A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable
connections that traditionally link electronic devices such as:
●Computers (desktop, notebook, PDA)
●Phones (cellular, cordless, smart phone)
●Imaging devices (printer, camera)
●Audio devices (headset, speakers)
Bluetooth devices provide peer-to-peer capability that allows you to set up a personal area network
(PAN) of Bluetooth devices. For information on...

Connecting to a local area network
Connecting to a local area network (LAN) requires an 8-pin, RJ-45 network cable (purchased
separately). If the network cable contains noise suppression circuitry (1), which prevents interference
from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable (2) toward the computer.
WARNING!To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not connect a
modem or telephone cable to the RJ-45 (network) jack.
To connect the network cable:...

3 Pointing devices and keyboard
Using pointing devices
Setting pointing device preferences
Use Mouse Properties in Windows to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button
configuration, click speed, and pointer options.
To access Mouse Properties:
1.Select Start > Devices and Printers.
2.Right-click the device representing the computer.
3.Select Mouse settings.
Using the TouchPad
The following illustration and table describe the computer TouchPad.
Component Description
(1)TouchPad off...

Component Description
(2)TouchPad zone Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen.
(3)Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(4)Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
Turning the TouchPad on and off
The TouchPad is turned on at the factory. When the TouchPad zone is active, the light is off. To turn
the TouchPad on and off, quickly double-tap the TouchPad off indicator.
Using TouchPad gestures
The TouchPad...

Pinching
Pinching allows you to zoom in or out on items such as PDFs, images, and photos.
To pinch:
●Zoom in by holding two fingers together on the TouchPad, and then pull the fingers apart to
increase an objects size.
●Zoom out by holding two fingers apart on the TouchPad, and then pull the fingers together to
decrease an objects size.
Rotating
Rotating allows you rotate items such as photos and pages. To rotate, move your thumb and
forefinger in a circular motion on the TouchPad.
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