Setting up a network, Network setup wizard, Wireless local area network (wlan) – Dell Latitude D420 User Manual
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Setting Up a Network
Dell™ Latitude™ D420 User's Guide
Physically Connecting to a Network or Broadband Modem
Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN)
Mobile Broadband or Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN)
Physically Connecting to a Network or Broadband Modem
Before you connect your computer to a network that is not wireless, the computer must have a network adapter installed and a network cable connected to it.
To connect a network cable:
1.
Connect the network cable to the network adapter connector on the back of your computer.
2.
Connect the other end of the network cable to a network connection device or a network wall connector.
Network Setup Wizard
The Microsoft
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Windows
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XP operating system provides a Network Setup Wizard to guide you through the process of sharing files, printers, or an Internet
connection between computers in a home or small office.
1.
Click Start® Programs® Accessories® Communications® Network Setup Wizard.
2.
On the welcome screen, click Next.
3.
Click Checklist for creating a network.
4.
Complete the checklist.
5.
Return to the Network Setup Wizard and follow the instructions on the screen.
Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN)
A WLAN is a series of interconnected computers that communicate with each other over the airwaves rather than through a network cable connected to each
computer. In a WLAN, a radio-communications device called an access point or wireless router connects network computers and provides network access. The
NOTE:
Insert the cable connector until it clicks into place, and then gently pull the cable to ensure that it is securely attached.
NOTE:
Do not insert a network cable into a telephone wall connector.
NOTE:
Selecting the connection method labeled This computer connects directly to the Internet enables the integrated firewall provided with Windows
XP Service Pack 2 (SP2).