Setting up an Ethernet Internet connection

Your computer accommodates both 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX Ethernet connections, with data transfer speeds of between 10 and 100 Mbps, depending on the line conditions and Ethernet cable.

To connect an Ethernet cable

1.Locate the Ethernet port on your computer. For location information, see Locating Ports and Controls in the Setting Up chapter of your printed VAIO® Computer Quick Start.

Connecting an Ethernet Cable

2.Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into your computer's Ethernet port and the other into the network connection.

To set up an Ethernet connection to the Internet

1.Connect your computer to a network connection. See To connect an Ethernet cable for more information.

2.Click Start, point to All Programs, Accessories, Communications, and click New Connection Wizard. The New Connection Wizard appears.

New Connection Wizard

3.Click Next. If the Location Information dialog box appears, follow the on-screen instructions.

4.If it is not already selected, click to select Connect to the Internet, and click Next.

5.Follow the on-screen instructions.

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Sony PCGNV200 Setting up an Ethernet Internet connection, To connect an Ethernet cable, Connecting an Ethernet Cable