Checking Your Network Connection Status; Frequently Asked Questions - Sony PCG-R505GCK Primary User Manual

4 Type the key name in the appropriate key box.
5 Click Apply.
To disconnect from a wireless network
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Move the Wireless LAN switch to OFF. The Wireless LAN indicator turns
off.
Turning off the wireless LAN functionality while accessing remote
documents, files, or resources may result in data loss.

Checking your network connection status

To check the status of your network connection
1 Click the Wireless LAN Utility icon
Utility for Windows dialog box.
2 Click the Profile tab.
3 Click Radio On/Off. The Link Quality and Signal Strength boxes show
the connection status.

Frequently asked questions

Why can't my computer connect to a Wireless LAN Access Point?
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Connection availability 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 LAN switch on the computer is in the ON position.
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Make sure power to the access point is on.
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Make sure the encryption key is correct.
Why can't I gain access to the Internet?
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Check the access point settings. Refer to the instructions supplied with the
access point.
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Make sure your computer and the access point are connected to one another.
Network Connections
to open the Wireless LAN Card
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