Sony SVT11213CXB User Manual

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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.
About the Network (LAN)

The network (LAN) enables you to connect your VAIO computer to the Internet and transfer
data between the computer and other devices.
You can connect your VAIO computer to a network through a wireless connection.
For information on peripheral devices required for LAN access, ask your Internet Service
Provider (ISP) or refer to the manual that came with the device you use.
For information on how to connect your VAIO computer to the network, refer to your ISP’s
instructions or the manual that came with the device to which you connect the computer. If
you require information on the network settings at your workplace, ask the network
administrator.

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.