TroubleshootingInternet
- About a Security Key for Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN)
- A security key is a security protocol for a wireless LAN that encrypts data transmitted on the wireless LAN.
- About the Internet Connection Services
- The following types of Internet connection services are available.
- 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.
- About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards
- Wi-Fi allows your VAIO computer to connect to a network through a wireless connection.
- Before Using the Wireless WAN<Wireless WAN equipped models>
- A Wide Area Network (WAN) is a widespread communications network that makes it possible to connect local computer networks in remote locations together, and it is often available with communication facilities provided by carriers, such as telecom operators.
- Connecting to the Internet with a Wired Connection
- Before using the Internet, you need to sign up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up devices required for connecting your VAIO computer to the Internet.
- Disabling the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function
- You can disable the Wi-Fi function by following these steps.
- Launching the Web Browser (WEB Button)<WEB Button equipped models>
- By pressing the WEB button, you can launch the default web browser.
- Notes on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function
- Before using the Wi-Fi function, read the following precautions for correct use.
- Starting Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications
- You can establish Wi-Fi communications between your VAIO computer and an access point (not supplied).
- Starting Wireless WAN Communications<Wireless WAN equipped models>
- You can establish wireless WAN (WWAN) communications using OneClick Internet or AirCard Watcher.
- Stopping Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications
- You can stop Wi-Fi communications by following these steps.
- Stopping Wireless WAN Communications<Wireless WAN equipped models>
- You can stop wireless WAN (WWAN) communications by following these steps.
- Using the Antivirus App for Your VAIO Computer
- Protect your VAIO computer against computer viruses by using the antivirus app.