Sony SVT11213CXB User Manual

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2. Select

(the network icon).

3. Select the desired access point and Disconnect.

Note

Do not disable the Wi-Fi function while accessing remote documents, files, or resources, as it
may result in data loss.

About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards

Wi-Fi allows your VAIO computer to connect to a network through a wireless connection.
Wi-Fi uses the following IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (draft) standard, which specifies the type of
technology used. Refer to the specifications to find out about the configuration of the computer.

IEEE 802.11a (Frequency band:5 GHz)

Exclusive to models compliant with the IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (draft) standard.

IEEE 802.11b/g (Frequency band:2.4 GHz)

The IEEE 802.11g standard provides higher-speed communications than the IEEE 802.11b.

IEEE 802.11n (Frequency band:2.4 GHz/5 GHz)

For models compliant with the IEEE 802.11b/g/n standard, only 2.4 GHz band can be used.

IEEE 802.11ac (draft) (Frequency band:5 GHz)

Exclusive to models compliant with the IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (draft) standard.
Starting Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications

You can establish Wi-Fi communications between your VAIO computer and an access point (not
supplied).
Before using Wi-Fi, make sure a Wi-Fi access point is on and operating.

1. Connect an access point to your VAIO computer.

Refer to Windows Help and Support (

Opening Windows Help and Support

) and the

manual that came with the access point for more information.

2. Open the charms and select the

Settings charm. (See

Opening the Charms

to open the

charms.)

3. Select Change PC settings in the lower right corner.

4. Select Wireless in the left pane of the PC settings screen.