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Do not disable the Wi-Fi function while accessing remote documents, files, or resources, as it
may result in data loss.
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.
Disabling the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function
You can disable the Wi-Fi function by following these steps.
1. Open the charms and select the Settings charm. (See Opening the Charms to open the
charms.)
2. Select (the network icon).
3. Change the Wi-Fi setting to Off.
Hint
To disable all wireless functions, turn on Airplane mode.
Refer to Windows Help and Support (Opening Windows Help and Support) for more
information on Airplane mode.
Starting Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications
You can establish Wi-Fi communications between your VAIO computer and an access point (not
supplied).
Before using Wi-Fi, make sure a Wi-Fi access point is on and operating.
1. Connect an access point to your VAIO computer.
Refer to Windows Help and Support (Opening Windows Help and Support) and the
manual that came with the access point for more information.