4. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) in the “This connection uses the following items:” box. 5. Click Properties. The TCP/IP Properties window opens. Step 7 Step 8 6. Click “Use the following IP address” in the General tab 7. In the “Use the following IP address” box, enter your IP address:, subnet mask: and Default Gateway:. 8. In the “Use the following DNS server addresses” box, Enter your Preferred DNS server: and Alternate DNS server:. 9. Click OK when you finish the TCP/IP set-up.
Wireless Connection (Factory Option) Your computer’s wireless LAN adapter is ready to use for most situations, however if your system does not have a DHCP server or you wish to personally configure your wireless LAN connection, proceed as outlined in “Configuring Network Environment” below. The table below shows the Windows taskbar icons for the wireless LAN. Icon Name Description Connection Established Displays if connection is available. Connection Unavailable Displays if connection is unavailable.
. Double-Click the Wireless Network Connection icon. The Connect to Wireless Network window pops up. 44 x 49 4. Select one of the available networks in the Available networks section, if displayed. No networks are displayed Office - Consult your system administrator. Home - Verify your access point is working properly. 5. Click the Connect button. The Wireless Network Connection icon in the control panel will show your connection is Enabled.
Using the Multi-Bays in the Docking Station Your computer includes the docking station that holds a 5.25" and a 3.5" device in the two multi-bays. Below is a listing of the device types you may install in your docking station. The default system is purchased with CD-ROM and FDD devices. 5.25” Devices: CD-ROM drive CD-RW/DVD Combo 3.50” Devices: FDD DVD-ROM drive 2nd HDD CD/DVD-Combo Changing Devices This section will discuss changing the 5.25" and 3.5" devices. Changing a 5.
Changing a 3.5” Device The method of changing a 3.5” device is same as changing a 5.25” device except you have to use 3.5” multi-bay latch instead of 5.25”s. 3.
Using the Disk Drives Using the Floppy Disk Drive Your computer comes with a 1.44 MB, 3.5-inch, floppy drive. To use a floppy disk in your computer, insert it into the floppy drive. Floppy Disk Eject Button To remove a floppy disk, press the floppy disk eject button on the front of the floppy drive. To protect the data on your floppy disks, follow the manufacturers guidelines.
CD/DVD Drive Warnings: Do not place reflective objects other than the CD/DVD disks in the disk slot because of possible hazardous laser emissions. The laser beam used in this CD/DVD-ROM drive is harmful to the eyes. Do not attempt to disassemble the CD/DVD-ROM drive. Refer servicing to your authorized service center. Do not touch the CD/DVD lens, doing so may damage the device.
Working with PCMCIA (PC) Cards By installing PC Cards, you can add functions to your notebook computer similar to those found on add-in boards for desktop computers. Available PC Cards include: • Input/output, such as modem, network, video capture, and SCSI cards. • Storage, such as hard drive and flash memory cards. Your computer includes the following PC Card support: • One PC-Card slot: You can install Type I or II cards in the slot.
Eject button PC Card Insert PC card with product information facing up Windows automatically assigns computer resources (such as communication ports and memory addresses) to the PC Card installed in your computer. To remove a PC Card from your computer: Use the following procedures to remove PC Cards, or you may lose data that is being stored to a card. 1. Click icon on the taskbar. 2. Select the card currently in use, and click the Stop button.
Multimedia Functions/Equipment Media Player You can play video and audio CD files with the Windows Media Player, as well as watching TV, video and listening to the radio through internet. The on-board audio hardware and software of your computer enable the computer to play audio/video compact discs. The instructions to play a video CD-ROM are the same as the instructions for the audio CD below. If you wish to do so, you can attach external speakers to the Headphone jack.
