Sony VGN-A Laptop User Manual


 
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Wireless LAN
I cannot use the Wireless LAN functionality
Check if the WIRELESS (on models with the Bluetooth functionality
*
) or WIRELESS LAN (on models without the Bluetooth
functionality) switch is turned on and the WIRELESS LAN indicator is lit.
* See the printed Specifications sheet to see whether your model is equipped with the Bluetooth functionality.
The Wireless LAN Access Point and your computer cannot communicate
Check if the WIRELESS (on models with the Bluetooth functionality
*
) or WIRELESS LAN (on models without the Bluetooth
functionality) switch is turned on and the WIRELESS LAN indicator is lit.
Check if the power of the Access Point is turned on.
Check if the Access Point is displayed in the Available networks window.
To check this, click Start and then Control Panel.
Click Network and Internet Connections.
Click the Network Connections icon.
Right-click the Wireless Network Connection icon and select Properties.
Select the Wireless Networks tab.
Check if the Access Point is displayed in Available networks.
Connection availability is affected by distance and obstructions. You may need to move your computer away from
obstructions or neared to any Access Point you may be using.
* See the printed Specifications sheet to see whether your model is equipped with the Bluetooth functionality.