Network & Internet Communication Guide

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Network Communications
6. Click the Advanced tab.
7. Select Link Speed/Duplex Mode in the Property list box.
8. Change the speed and duplex values to the appropriate values,
depending on the capabilities of the network.
9. Click OK. You may be prompted to restart the computer for the
changes to take effect.
Refer to the documentation provided with the network controller for
additional information.
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100BaseTX and 1000BaseT operation requires the use of CAT5 UTP
cabling or better (CAT5, CAT5a, CAT6).
Installing Network Drivers
The device drivers for the network controller enable the drivers to
load correctly in the operating system used, allowing communication
with the network.
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Device drivers are supplied for the Windows XP. If you are using
another operating system, device drivers may be installed from media
included with the network operating system or are available from HP.
If it ever becomes necessary to reinstall the operating system, use the
Restore Plus! CD.
Install the correct device drivers according to the operating system
you are using, as listed below.
Windows XP
1. Select Start > Control Panel.
2. Double-click Network Connections.
3. Double-click the New Connection Wizard icon and follow the
instructions on the screen.
Windows 2000
Device drivers are not pre-loaded for Windows 2000. Go to
www.hp.com to download the drivers and installation instructions.