settings. See
Starting Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications
for more information.
About the Internet Connection Services
The following types of Internet connection services are available.
You can select from among the services according to your preference, for example, communication speed or a usage fee. For
detailed information on a variety of connection services, contact Internet Service Providers (ISPs).
Fiber to the Home (FTTH)
Cable modem
Digital Subscriber Line (DSL)
Satellite
Dial-up
About the Network (LAN) - (not for SVF13N model)
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 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T type networks with a LAN cable (not supplied).
Connect one end of a LAN cable to the LAN port on the computer and the other end to your network. (LAN port equipped
models)
You can also connect your VAIO computer to a network using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) function.
For information on peripheral devices required for LAN access, ask your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or refer to the manual
that came with your modem.
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 modem and other peripheral devices. If you require information on the network settings at your workplace, ask
the network administrator.
Disabling the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function
You can disable the Wi-Fi function by following these steps.
1. Open the charms and select the
Settings
charm. (See
Opening the Charms
to open the charms.)
2. Select
Change PC settings
in the lower right corner.
3. Select
Wireless
in the left pane of the
PC settings
screen.
4. Change the
Wi-Fi
setting under
Wireless devices
to
Off
.
Hint
To enable the Wi-Fi function, turn off
Airplane mode
and change the
Wi-Fi
setting under
Wireless devices
to
On
.
To disable all wireless functions, turn on
Airplane mode
.
The wireless function(s) whose setting is on will be enabled when you turn off
Airplane mode
.
Refer to
Windows Help and Support
(
Opening Windows Help and Support
) for more information on
Airplane mode
.
Notes on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function
Before using the Wi-Fi function, read the following precautions for correct use.
In some countries or regions, using the Wi-Fi products may be restricted by the local regulations.
Wi-Fi devices work on the 2.4 GHz band, which is used by a variety of devices. They use the technology to minimize radio
interference from other devices that use the same band; however, radio interference may still slow communication speeds,
reduce communication range, or cause communication failure.
If both the BLUETOOTH function and the 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi function of your VAIO computer are enabled, interference may occur
and cause slower communication speeds or other problems.
To communicate via Wi-Fi while you are on the road, you may need to contract with a Wi-Fi connection service provider.
If your VAIO computer is equipped with the IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n standard, outdoor use of the 5 GHz Wi-Fi function is
prohibited by law.
The communication speed and range may vary depending on the following conditions:
