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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)
Exclusive to models compliant with the IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (draft) standard.
IEEE 802.11b/g (Frequency band:2.4 GHz)
The IEEE 802.11g standard provides higher-speed communications than the IEEE 802.11b.
IEEE 802.11n (Frequency band:2.4 GHz/5 GHz)
For models compliant with the IEEE 802.11b/g/n standard, only 2.4 GHz band can be used.
IEEE 802.11ac (draft) (Frequency band:5 GHz)
Exclusive to models compliant with the IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (draft) standard.
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 a network through a wireless connection.
For information on peripheral devices required for LAN access, ask your Internet Service
Provider (ISP) or refer to the manual that came with the device you use.
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 device to which you connect the computer. If
you require information on the network settings at your workplace, ask the network
administrator.
About a Security Key for Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN)
A security key is a security protocol for Wi-Fi that encrypts data transmitted on Wi-Fi. It is also
referred to as an encryption key or a WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) key.
The security key allows wireless devices that have the same key, such as a Wi-Fi access point
and a computer, to communicate with each other on Wi-Fi.
The security key is assigned to each access point by default. (Make sure the default security
key has been changed to protect data from unauthorized use.) If you cannot find the default
security key, refer to the manual that came with your access point.