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Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN)
Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN)
What should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point?
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Connection capability is affected by distance and obstructions. You may need to move your computer away from
obstructions or closer to any access point you may be using.
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Make sure the
WIRELESS
switch is on and the
WIRELESS
indicator light is lit on your computer.
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Make sure power to the access point is on.
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If you want to connect your computer to a wireless LAN access point using the 5 GHz band, make sure the option to use
the 5 GHz band or both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands is selected for
Wireless LAN Settings
in the
VAIO Smart Network
settings window. Wireless LAN communication (IEEE 802.11a standard) using only the 5 GHz band, available on selected
models only, is disabled by default.
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Follow these steps to check the settings:
1
Click
Start
and
Control Panel
.
2
Click
View network status and tasks
under
Network and Internet
.
3
Click
Connect to a network
to confirm that your access point is selected.
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Make sure the encryption key is correct.
