Sony PCV-LX700, PCV-LX800 manual Enabling Ethernet, To enable the Ethernet connection

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Enabling Ethernet

Your computer comes with a preinstalled Ethernet interface. To enable faster startup, your computer ships with this function disabled. You may enable Ethernet connectivity by following the instructions below.

To enable the Ethernet connection

1Right-click My Computer on the desktop and select Properties.

2Click the Device Manager tab.

3Select “SiS 900 PCI Fast Ethernet Adapter” under the Network Adapters category.

4Click Properties.

5Click Enable Device and then click OK.

6Click Close.

!Warning: Your computer has a protective sticker next to the Ethernet port located on the rear panel. Connect only 10Base-T and 100Base-TX cables to the Ethernet port. Using other cables or a telephone cable may result in an electric current overload and can cause a malfunction, excessive heat or fire in the port. For help on connecting to a network, see your network administrator.

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