Wireless connection – Lenovo V560 Notebook User Manual
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Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet
Wireless connection
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Wireless connections provide mobile access to the Internet, allowing you to stay online
anywhere the wireless signal covers.
Divided by the signal scales, wireless connection to the Internet can be built based on the
following standards.
Using Wi-Fi/WiMAX (Select models only)
Enabling wireless connection
To enable wireless communications, do the following:
1
Slide the integrated wireless device switch from to
.
2
Press Fn + F5 to make configuration.
Hardware connection
Software configuration
Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and search Windows Help and Support Center for
details on how to configure your computer.
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi networks cover a small physical area, like a home, office, or small
group of buildings. An access point is necessary for the connection.
WiMAX
WiMAX networks connect several Wireless LAN systems to cover a
metropolitan area, providing high-speed broadband access without the
need for cables.
Mobile Broadband
The Mobile Broadband network provides Internet access to computers,
cell phones and other devices over a large geographic area. Mobile
networks are used for data transmission, and access is usually provided
by a mobile network operator. A Mobile Broadband SIM card is
necessary for the connection.
Note:
Your computer may not support all wireless connection methods.
Access point *
Wi-Fi/WiMAX network
* Not supplied