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.
For the Windows 7 operating system, you also can check the Access Connections gauge, the Access
Connections status icon, or the Access Connections wireless status icon in the Windows notification area.
Access Connections gauge:
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Power to the wireless radio is off or no signal.
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Power to the wireless radio is on. The signal strength of the wireless connection is poor. To
improve signal strength, move your computer closer to the wireless access point.
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Power to the wireless radio is on. The signal strength of the wireless connection
is marginal.
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Power to the wireless radio is on. The signal strength of the wireless connection
is excellent.
Access Connections status icon:
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No location profile is active or none exists.
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Current location profile is disconnected.
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Current location profile is connected.
Access Connections wireless status icon:
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Power to the wireless radio is off.
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Power to the wireless radio is on. No association.
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Power to the wireless radio is on. No signal.
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Power to the wireless radio is on. The signal strength of the wireless connection is excellent.
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Power to the wireless radio is on. The signal strength of the wireless connection is marginal.
•
Power to the wireless radio is on. The signal strength of the wireless connection is poor. To improve
signal strength, move your computer closer to the wireless access point.
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, such as a city or an entire country, by use of multiple antenna
sites or satellite systems maintained by wireless service providers.
Some ThinkPad notebook computers come with a built-in wireless-WAN card integrated with some
wireless-WAN technologies, such as 1xEV-DO, HSPA, 3G, GPRS, or LTE. By using the built-in wireless-WAN
card and the configuration utility that comes with your computer, you can establish wireless-WAN
connections and monitor the connection status.
Note:
The wireless-WAN service is provided by authorized service providers in some countries.
Tips for using the wireless-WAN feature
To achieve the best connection, use the following guidelines:
• Keep your computer away from your body.
Chapter 2
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Using your computer
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