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Exploring Your Computer’s Features
Exploring audio features
When the Wireless antenna is ON, the wireless indicator light
will
be lit.
For help with common Wi-Fi
®
networking problems, see
networking problems” on page 170
Connecting your computer to a network
You can connect your computer to a network to increase its
capabilities and functionality using one of its communication ports.
Accessing a network
To access a network, connect an Ethernet cable to the Network port
(RJ45) on your computer. For specific information about
connecting to the network, consult your network administrator.
Many hotels, airports, and offices offer Wi-Fi
®
access. If your
computer has Wi-Fi
®
, ask for help when connecting to a Wi-Fi
®
network.
Setting up the connection
To set up an office connection, consult your network administrator
for network settings and additional considerations.
Exploring audio features
You can use your computer to record sounds using the computer’s
internal microphone (available on certain models) or an optional
external microphone. You can listen to sound files or audio CDs
using the built-in speakers, headphones, or external speakers.
Recording sounds
You may record sounds using the computer’s internal microphone
(available on certain models) or by connecting an optional external
microphone.
Using a microphone
1
If you want to use an external microphone, connect it to the
computer.
NOTE
