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Wired home network, Cb a – HP TouchSmart 9100 All-in-One-PC User Manual

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4

Connect your computer to the network.

5

Configure the HP TouchSmart 9100 to connect to the wireless network.

a

Turn on your HP TouchSmart 9100.

b

Connect your HP TouchSmart 9100 to the wireless network:

„

Right-click the Network icon on the taskbar, and then select Open Network and
Sharing Center
. Click Connect to a network. When the window opens, select the
network, and then click Connect.

Or

„

Right-click the Network icon on the taskbar, and then select Network and
Sharing Center
. When the window opens, select Set up a new connection or
network
, and then follow the onscreen instructions.

c

Test the wireless network by opening your Web browser and accessing any Web site.

6

Add wireless devices to the network (optional).

Wired home network

First-time wired network installation requires that you:

1

Purchase high-speed Internet service from an Internet service provider (ISP).

2

Purchase a broadband modem (DSL or cable). This may be provided by the ISP.

3

Purchase and install a wired router (sold separately), if one is required.

4

Connect the DSL cable (shown) or coaxial cable (not shown) from the wall to the modem.

5

Connect the modem to the computer Ethernet port with an Ethernet cable. If you want to connect
multiple devices to the network, connect a router or hub (not shown) to the modem with an Ethernet
cable, and then connect the computer to the router with an Ethernet cable.

If you have a wired network in your home with Ethernet connectors in the wall, connect directly from
your computer Ethernet port to the Ethernet wall connector with an Ethernet cable.

NOTE: A DSL wall connection is shown here. If you have a cable modem, the modem will be
connected to the wall using a coaxial cable.

NOTE: Broadband modem and router installation procedures vary, depending on the manufacturer.
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

C

B

A