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HP Broadband Wireless Getting Started

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Contents

Creating an HP Broadband Wireless Connection 4
Getting Help 7

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Welcome to HP Broadband Wireless

Thank you for purchasing an HP Broadband Wireless computer.
Your new computer, when used with Verizon Wireless
BroadbandAccess service, gives you the freedom to stay connected
to the Internet, send e-mail, or connect to your corporate network
whether you are on the road, across town, or across the country.
Because everything you need is already installed on the computer,
and you can easily sign up for Verizon Wireless BroadbandAccess
service, you can quickly begin to experience the benefits of HP
Broadband Wireless.

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Service for the HP Broadband Wireless computer is provided by
Verizon Wireless. There are two types of service:

■ BroadbandAccess: BroadbandAccess is a fast, wide-area

wireless Internet service, which allows you to quickly
download complex files, and view and download e-mail

attachments at broadband-like speeds, averaging between 300
to 500 Kbps, with bursts up to 2 Mbps. BroadbandAccess is

available in many metropolitan areas across the United States.

■ NationalAccess: NationalAccess is the Verizon Wireless

national wireless Internet service. You can access the Internet

and business applications, and view and download e-mail
attachments at typical speeds averaging between 60 to 80 kbps,
with bursts up to 144 kbps. NationalAccess is available in

thousands of cities and towns, and many rural areas across the
United States.

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You do not have to worry about the type of service area you are
located in. A BroadbandAccess or NationalAccess connection will

be created when you connect to the Verizon Wireless Network. The
default connection will always be at the highest available speed.

BroadbandAccess will be used whenever it is available, and your
connection will automatically switch between BroadbandAccess
and NationalAccess as you move between coverage areas.

The Venturi compression application is available for use with the

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HP Broadband Wireless solution. Venturi is a wireless data
optimization solution that can improve the way data is
transmitted over the Verizon Wireless network and help to
deliver faster mobile Internet file downloads. The Venturi client
can be installed at: EDITOR’S NOTE - CAN THIS BE
ACCESSED THROUGH THE START BUTTON?

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Creating an HP Broadband Wireless Connection

To create an HP Broadband Wireless connection, you must run the
VZAccess Manager application that is preinstalled on the
computer.

To access VZAccess Manager:

1. Select Start > VZAccess Manager.

– or –
Select Start > All Programs > VZAccess Manager.

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2. In the VZAccess Manager window, click Connect.

If you do not have a pre-existing account and you are in a
BroadbandAccess coverage area, you will be directed to the
Verizon QuickAccess page, where you can sign up for Verizon
Wireless service.

If you are not in a BroadbandAccess coverage area, a message

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displays, providing a toll-free number so you can call Verizon
Wireless to activate an account.

If you have already signed up for Verizon BroadbandAccess,
you are connected to the Internet and can begin using the
Internet immediately. You do not need to complete the
following steps.

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3. On the QuickAccess page, choose the VZAccess plan you
want to use, and follow the on-screen instructions.

The following service plans are available:

❏ Unlimited monthly access: Unlimited monthly access

requires a 1- or 2-year contract. This is the recommended
plan for most users, because it is the best value for those
who regularly connect to the Internet.

❏ Unlimited daily access: No contract is required for the

unlimited daily access. Users get 24 hours of service for a
flat fee, and users can sign up for unlimited daily access as
often as needed. This plan is recommended for those who
will use BroadbandAccess infrequently.

The information you provide is transmitted over a secure

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connection. In some cases, credit checks may require
additional verification time. You can also revie w the customer
agreement, coverage maps, and frequently asked questions.

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4. After establishing your Verizon Wireless account, follow the
on-screen instructions to connect to the Internet.

5. To end your Internet connection, click Disconnect in
VZAccess Manager.

After your Verizon Wireless account is established, you can

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manage the account online, including checking balances and
making payments.

Getting Help

For additional information and technical support for VZAccess
Manager and Verizon wireless devices:

■ Refer to the Verizon Wireless VZAccess Manager Quick

Reference Guide that came with the computer.

■ Refer to the VZAccess Manager online help.

■ Access Frequently Asked Questions on the Verizon Wireless

QuickAccess page.

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© Copyright 2004 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.
Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

Verizon Wireless is a trademark of Verizon Trademark Services LLC. VZACCESS and Quick 2
Net are service marks of Verizon Wireless.

The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. HP shall not be liable for
technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.

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