Does my laptop have a modem installed?

[RRxo98]

Probably a dumb question but I can't find a definitive answer.

I have the HP Model # 15-bs113dx.  Does this laptop have a built in modem?  I thought it was a standard feature on all newer computers/laptops but I can't find any info on it.  When I check the specs there is nothing that clearly states whether there is a modem or not (at least not to me).  The language is a bit too technical.

I ask because I recently bought a wireless router that I cannot get working. Now I'm wondering if I need a router/modem combo. Thanks so much if anyone knows the answer.

[Paul_Tikkanen · Accepted solution]

Hi:

Your laptop comes with a wireless network adapter.

In order to connect wirelessly, you need a cable modem/router combination device or a standalone cable modem plus a router.

If you have this equipment, see this link for how to connect to a wireless network...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=swpliG-ZMmI

[RRxo98]

Thank you for replying.  I wonder why they are not built in?  That way you wouldn't need to buy a separate modem.  

[Paul_Tikkanen]

You're very welcome.

The wireless is built in.

Your internet service provider has to supply the modem.

A notebook cannot supply its own internet access.

You would need to have what is known as a WWAN card that connects to cellular service, and you still would have to pay for that service.