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• Open your computer cover to an angle of slightly more than 90 degrees.

Checking the wireless-LAN connection status

You can check the wireless-LAN connection status through the wireless-network-connection-status icon in

the Windows notification area. The more bars encompassed, the better the signal is.

Using the wireless-WAN connection

Wireless wide area network (WAN), which uses cellular networks for data transmission, enables you to

establish wireless connections over remote public or private networks. These connections can be maintained

over a large geographical area by use of multiple antenna sites or satellite systems maintained by wireless

service providers.

Some ThinkPad notebook computers come with a wireless-WAN card installed, which provides some

wireless-WAN technologies, such as HSPA, 3G, 4G, or LTE. By using the wireless-WAN card, you can

establish wireless-WAN connections.

Note: The wireless-WAN service is provided by authorized service providers in some countries or regions.

Tips for using the wireless-WAN feature

To achieve the best connection, use the following guidelines:

• Keep your computer away from your body.

• Place your computer on a flat surface and open your computer display to an angle of slightly more than 90

degrees.

• Place your computer away from concrete or brick walls that might dampen cellular signals.

• Best reception is available near windows and other locations where cellular phone reception is the

strongest.

Checking the wireless-WAN connection status

You can check the wireless-WAN connection status through the wireless-network-connection-status icon in

the Windows notification area. The more bars encompassed, the better the signal is.

Using the Bluetooth connection

Bluetooth can connect devices that are within a short distance from one another. Bluetooth is commonly

used in the following scenarios:

• Connecting peripheral devices to a computer

• Transferring data between hand-held devices and a personal computer

• Remotely controlling and communicating with devices such as mobile phones

Depending on the model, your computer might support the Bluetooth feature. To transfer data through the

Bluetooth feature, do the following:

Notes:

• It is not recommended to use the wireless feature (the 802.11 standards) of your computer simultaneously

with a Bluetooth option. The data transmission speed can be delayed and the performance of the wireless

feature can be degraded.

• Depending on the model, when you change the wireless LAN device status from Enabled to Disabled in

the BIOS menu, the Bluetooth device will also be disabled.

1. Do one of the following:

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