Connecting to a wired network
There are 2 kinds of wired connections: local area network (LAN) and modem connection. A LAN
connection uses a network cable and is much faster than a modem connection, which uses a
telephone cable. Both cables are sold separately.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not plug a
modem cable or telephone cable into an RJ-45 (network) jack.
Connecting to a local area network (LAN)
Use a LAN connection if you want to connect the computer directly to a router in your home (instead
of working wirelessly), or if you want to connect to an existing network at your office.
Connecting to a LAN requires an 8-pin, RJ-45 (network) cable.
To connect the network cable, follow these steps:
1.
Plug the network cable into the network jack
(1)
on the computer.
2.
Plug the other end of the network cable into a network wall jack
(2)
or router.
NOTE:
If the network cable contains noise suppression circuitry
(3)
, which prevents
interference from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable toward the
computer.
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