HP Pavilion G6 1a00 Notebook Pc Series Reference Guide

1Introduction
This guide contains general information about HP and Compaq notebook computers, including
connecting to a wireless network, multimedia, power management, security, and so on.
NOTE:Some of the features described in this guide may not be available on your computer.
Finding more information about your new computer
The following user guides and reference material are provided with your computer, either in print, on
the computer hard drive, or on an optical disc or SD Card:
●Quick Setup...

2 Networking (select models only)
Your computer supports 2 types of Internet access:
●Wireless—Refer to 
Creating a wireless connection on page 2.
●Wired—Refer to 
Connecting to a wired network on page 9.
NOTE:You must set up Internet service before you can connect to the Internet.
Creating a wireless connection
Your computer may be equipped with one or more of the following wireless devices:
●Wireless local area network (WLAN) device
●HP Mobile Broadband Module (wireless wide area network (WWAN)...

Network (disabled/
disconnected)Indicates that all network devices are disabled in Windows Control Panel.
Network (connected) Indicates that one or more network devices are connected to a network.
Network (disconnected) Indicates that network devices are not connected to a network.
Network (disabled/
disconnected)Indicates that no wireless connections are available.
Windows XP
Icon Name Description
HP Connection Manager Opens HP Connection Manager, which enables you to
create a connection with an HP...

You can use the wireless button to simultaneously turn on or turn off the wireless network controller
and Bluetooth device. These devices can be controlled through Wireless Assistant (select models
only).
Using HP Wireless Assistant (select models only) to turn wireless devices on or off
A wireless device can be turned on or off using Wireless Assistant. If a wireless device is disabled in
Setup Utility, it must be reenabled in Setup Utility before it can be turned on or off using Wireless
Assistant....

Select Start > All Programs > HP Connection Manager > HP Connection Manager.
For more details about using Connection Manager, refer to the 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.
Windows 7
▲Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center.
Windows XP
▲Select Start > Control Panel >...

Windows XP
1.Be sure that the WLAN device is on. (Refer to 
Turning wireless devices on or off on page 3.)
2.Select Start > Connect to.
3.Select your WLAN from the list.
●If the network is unsecured, a warning is displayed. Click Connect Anyway to accept the
warning and complete the connection.
●If the network is a security-enabled WLAN, you are prompted to enter a network security
code. Type the code, and then click Connect to complete the connection.
NOTE:If no WLANs are listed, you are out of range of...

For help in setting up your WLAN, refer to the information provided by your router manufacturer or
your ISP.
Protecting your WLAN
When you set up a WLAN or access an existing WLAN, always enable security features to protect
your network from unauthorized access. WLANs in public areas (hotspots) like coffee shops and
airports may not provide any security. If you are concerned about the security of your computer in a
hotspot, limit your network activities to e-mail that is not confidential and basic...

Inserting a SIM
NOTE:To identify the SIM slot location, refer to the Getting Started guide.
1.Shut down the computer. If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn
the computer on by pressing the power button. Then shut down the computer through the
operating system.
2.Close the display.
3.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
4.Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet.
5.Remove the battery.
6.Insert the SIM into the SIM slot, and gently press the SIM into...

Using Bluetooth wireless devices
A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable
connections that traditionally link electronic devices such as the following:
●Computers
●Phones
●Imaging devices (cameras and printers)
●Audio devices
Bluetooth devices provide peer-to-peer capability that allows you to set up a personal area network
(PAN) of Bluetooth devices. For information on configuring and using Bluetooth devices, refer to the
Bluetooth software Help....

Connecting a modem cable
1.Plug the modem cable into the modem jack (1) on the computer.
2.Plug the modem cable into the RJ-11 telephone wall jack (2).
Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter
Telephone jacks vary by country or region. To use the modem and the modem cable outside the
country or region in which you purchased the computer, you must obtain a country- or region-specific
modem cable adapter.
To connect the modem to an analog telephone line that does not have an RJ-11...