Sony PCWA-C500 Operating Instructions Manual page 31

• Network Name
The Network Name is an ID used to identify wireless networks, and
is also referred to as the "SSID". When connecting to a 5GHz
Wireless LAN Access Point PCWA-A500 that is set to the factory
default settings, enter the factory default Network Name for Access
Point that is printed on the ID label at the rear of the device. When
connecting to a Peer to Peer network, enter the same name for all
computers connected to that network. You can enter up to 32 ASCII
characters (alphanumeric characters, and may include symbols) for
the Network Name. Further, you can change the Network Name.
When you connect to an existing Access Point or Peer to Peer
network, consult your network administrator for information about
the Network Name.
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To search for other networks operating within the communication range of your
computer, click the Network Name drop-down list. The networks found are
displayed in this list, and you can select the one you want to connect to.
• WEP
WEP is an encryption function that prevents unauthorized access to
wireless networks. When Access Point is shipped, the WEP function
is disabled. When connecting to an Access Point that is set to the
factory default settings, you will need to clear the check mark from
this checkbox. (By default, this check box is not selected.) For
security reasons, it is strongly recommend that you select "Change
access point settings" in step 6 on page 33 to enable the WEP
function of the Access Point. It is also recommend that you select the
checkbox that enables the WEP function when connecting to a Peer
to Peer network. When you connect to an existing Access Point or
Peer to Peer network, consult your network administrator for
information about WEP settings.
• WEP Settings
Set the following items when connecting to a network where WEP is
enabled. When connecting to an Access Point, make sure the settings
match those for the Access Point. When you connect to a Peer to Peer
network, enter the same settings for all computers connected to that
network.
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When roaming between multiple access points, set the same Network Name and
same WEP Settings for all of the access points being used.
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