Setting Up a Local Area Network 105
Windows 7 and Windows Vista
1. Set up your wireless router. See the documentation that shipped with
the wireless router.
2. Click Start , type network in the search box, and then click Network
and Sharing Center → Set up a new connection or network →
Connect to the Internet. The Connect to the Internet window
appears.
3. Follow the instructions on the screen.
Checking Your Wireless Network Card
NOTE: To confirm that your computer has a wireless network card
and to determine the type of card, check the order confirmation that
you received when you ordered your computer.
Windows 8
1. Swipe from the right edge of the screen (or if you are using a mouse,
pointing to the upper-right corner of the screen), and then click
Search .
2. Click Settings.
3. Type Device Manager in the search box, and press <Enter>. The Device
Manager window appears.
4. Expand Network Adapters.
Windows 7 and Windows Vista
1. Click Start , right-click My Computer and select Properties.
2. Under Tasks, click Device Manager.
3. Expand Network Adapters.
Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection
You can setup a wired Internet connection using a dial-up, DSL, or a
cable/satellite modem.
• If you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line
to the optional external USB modem and to the telephone wall jack
before you set up your Internet connection.
• If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact
your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or cellular telephone service for
setup instructions.
NOTE: ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country. Contact your ISP for
offerings available in your country.
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