Sony VGN TZ11XN - VAIO TZ Series, User Manual

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Using Your VAIO Computer
To connect to a wireless network
1 Make sure an access point is set up.
See the manual that came with your access point for more information.
2 Turn on the WIRELESS switch.
The Wireless LAN indicator lights up and the VAIO Smart Network window appears.
If the VAIO Smart Network window does not appear, follow these steps:
1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center.
2 Double-click Network Connections and VAIO Smart Network.
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For information on the VAIO Smart Network software, see the help file on the software.
3 Click the button next to your desired wireless option(s).
4 Right-click or on the taskbar and select Connect to a network.
5 Select the desired access point and click Connect.
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See the online Specifications to see whether your model supports the Bluetooth functionality and/or the IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n standard.
To disconnect from a wireless network
Turn off the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch.
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Turning off the wireless LAN functionality while accessing remote documents, files, or resources may result in data loss.
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For WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK authentication, you must enter a passphrase. The passphrase is case sensitive and must be between 8 and 63
alphanumeric characters long or up to 64 characters long using numbers from 0 to 9 and letters from A to F.