If the LAN port is connected to the following networks or telephone lines, high electric current to the port
may cause damage, overheating, or fire.
Any network, except 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T type networks
Public telephone subscriber line
Private branch exchange (PBX)
Home (intercom speakerphone) or business-use telephone lines (multi-line business telephone)
Hint
To connect your VAIO computer to the Internet using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) function, you need to set
up the Wi-Fi 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)
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.
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)
