Bluetooth (optional)
Bluetooth wireless technology is designed to replace cables between devices, such as
printers, keyboards, and mice.
Bluetooth wireless technology operates over a short distance. Bluetooth devices use radio
transmission, which enables computers, mobile phones, printers, keyboards, mice, and
other devices to communicate with each other without cables.
There are several uses for Bluetooth wireless technology, including, but not limited to:
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Creating a wireless connection to the Internet with a mobile phone or a modem
server.
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Transferring files between computers or between a computer and another device.
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Printing to a Bluetooth wireless printer.
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Using a Bluetooth wireless keyboard and mouse.
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Joining a personal area network (PAN).
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Synchronizing a personal digital assistant (PDA) to a computer or another device
using Bluetooth wireless technology.
The data transfer speed for Bluetooth wireless technology can be up to 700 kilobits (Kbp/s)
per second. The data transfer speed can vary depending on the device or environmental
factors. A Bluetooth device can transmit through walls, pockets, and briefcases.
Since Bluetooth is using the same frequency range as WLAN, simultaneous use might
cause interference. If this should happen you can disable one service temporary.
Using the key combination Fn+F12 you can enable or disable Bluetooth function. A
corresponding LED will light.
Warning!
Make sure the Bluetooth option is switched OFF in any environment where it
might interfere with critical and sensitive devices, e.g., on aircraft, in
hospitals and other medical centres, etc.
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Bluetooth (optional)