HP Mini 1151NR - Chapter 2: Connecting to the Internet; Choosing the Type of Internet Access; Choosing an ISP; Using the Windows New Connection Wizard

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Chapter 2: Connecting to the Internet
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Internet hardware and software features vary depending on device model and your
location.
Your device supports 2 types of Internet access:
■ Wireless—For mobile Internet access, you can use a wireless connection. To learn
about setting up a wireless network or adding your device to an existing wireless
network, refer to the “Setting up a new wireless network” section or the “Connecting to
an existing wireless network” section.
■ Wired—You can connect to a broadband network using the RJ-45 (network) jack.
The networking features of your device enable you to access high-speed broadband Internet
service providers (ISPs) with the following types of connections:
■ Digital Subscriber Line (DSL)
■ Satellite
■ Other services
Broadband access may require additional hardware or software provided by your ISP.
You must set up Internet service before you can connect to the Internet. The device includes
the Windows New Connection Wizard to help you set up a new Internet account or configure
the device to use an existing account:
You can use the Windows New Connection Wizard to connect to the Internet in any of the
following situations:
■ When you already have an account with an ISP.
■ When you have a disc from an ISP.
■ When you do not have an Internet account and would like to select an ISP from the list
provided within the wizard. (The list of ISP providers is not available in all regions.)
■ When you have selected an unlisted ISP and the ISP has provided you with such
information as a specific IP address and POP3 and SMTP settings.
To access the Windows New Connection Wizard and instructions for using the wizard, click
Start, click Help and Support, and then click Start the New Connection Wizard.
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If you are prompted within the wizard to choose between enabling or disabling
Windows Firewall, choose to enable the firewall.
Choosing the type of Internet access
Choosing an ISP
Using the Windows New Connection Wizard
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