HP V6604AU Network Guide

Resources to enhance your wireless user experience are located on the HP Web site at
http://www.hp.com/go/wireless, on the Documentation CD included with the computer, and at a
variety of other Internet Web sites, including:
Learn more
As millions of users purchase wireless computers, PDAs, and printers for home
and small-office networks, wireless resources are expanding worldwide.
Comparison of Wireless LAN (WLAN) Technology Standards
WLAN Technology 802.11a 802.11b (largest user base) 802.11g
Standard
Maximum Data Speed 54 Mbps 11 Mbps 54 Mbps
Radio Frequency 5 GHz 2.4 GHz 2.4 GHz
Range 25 to 75 feet Over 150 feet 100 to 150 feet
Compatibility with Not compatible with 802.11g 802.11b
Other WLAN Standards 802.11b or 802.11g
Public Access Compatible with Compatible with 802.11b Compatible with 802.11b
802.11a hotspots hotspots and 802.11g hotspots
Limited availability Broadest availability Common availability
Interference Issues 5-GHz cordless Microwave ovens, 2.4-GHz Microwave ovens,
phones cordless phones, Bluetooth
® 2.4-GHz cordless phones
What Is?
static IP address—A fixed address assigned to a
computer or device that is connected to a
network.
TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet
Protocol)—A network protocol for transmitting
data packets within a network.
WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy)—A type of
wireless security provided by Wi-Fi, based on
number-sequence encryption.
Wi-Fi (wireless fidelity)—The name for 802.11
wireless network technology that indicates
interoperability among 802.11 products.
wireless LAN (WLAN)—A system of connecting
computers and other devices within the same
physical proximity for sharing resources such as an
Internet connection, printers, files, and drives. The
network uses high-frequency radio waves rather than
wires to communicate among wireless devices.
wireless router—An all-in-one wireless
communication device that includes a wireless
access point and may include an Ethernet hub and
other features.
WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access)—A specification-
based, interoperable wireless security feature for
which a pass phrase (password) is required.
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■ wireless.com
■ wireless.pcmag.com
■ pcworld.com
■ wi-fi.org
■ searchnetworking.com
■ cooltown.com
DID YOU KNOW...
802.11 is a wireless standard
that specifies an “over-the-air”
interface using high-frequency
radio waves between wireless
devices.

HP V6604AU Specifications

General

Brand	HP
Model	V6604AU
Category	Laptop
Language	English