Network Connection - HP EN5000 User Manual

network connection

In a wired home network, connect the media receiver
to your home network hub or router.
If your computer is connected directly to a cable or DSL
modem, and there is only one network port on the
back of the modem, you do not have a home network.
To set up your network, purchase a modem or router
with additional network ports.
A router will allow you to share your internet
connection with other PCs, and allows the media
receiver access to your music and photos stored on
your PC.
Note: For alternate network connections, see
page 39.
In a wireless home network, no network cable
connection is required (model ew5000 only).
For the best possible reception, rotate the antenna so it
extends perpendicular to the receiver, as shown
above.
The hp digital media receiver can communicate with
wireless access points (infrastructure mode) or directly
to computers with wireless network cards (ad hoc
mode).
Like all wireless devices, some experimentation may be
necessary to find the best location for your media
receiver. Signal strength and quality will depend on
distance, walls, and building structure.
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