Sony VAIO Tap 21, User Manual

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Personal Computer
VAIO Tap 21
SVT2122
Connecting to the Internet with a Wired Connection (LAN port equipped models)
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.
Connect one end of a LAN cable (not supplied) to the LAN port on your VAIO computer and the other end to your
network.
Note
For detailed information on devices required for Internet access and how to connect your VAIO computer to the
Internet, ask your ISP.
When connecting your VAIO computer to the Internet, be sure to use a cable with “Network” or “Ethernet” writing on it.
Do not plug a telephone cable into the LAN port on your VAIO computer.
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.
Related Topic
About the Internet Connection Services
About the Network (LAN)
Starting Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications
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