Sony R505 Computer cannot connect to a Wireless LAN Access Point, Cannot access the Internet

Troubleshooting Wireless LAN functions

The computer cannot connect to a Wireless LAN Access Point.

❑Check if the Wireless LAN switch on the right side of the computer is in the ON position.

❑Check if power to the Access Point is on.

❑Check if the Access Point is displayed in the networks window. Do the following:

1Click Start, point to Settings, then Control Panel, and select Wireless Network. The Add/Edit Configuration Profile window opens.

2Click Edit.

3Type your profile name, and make sure Access Point is selected in the Network Type box. Click Next.

4Click Scan. The Scan for Network Names pop-up window opens.

5Look for the name of the network you are trying to connect with. If you see the name, select it and click OK. See “Connecting to a Wireless LAN” for more information.

If you don’ see the name of the network, then try re-establishing the network connection. See “Connecting to a Wireless LAN” for more information.

❑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.

❑Be sure that the encryption key is correct.

I cannot access the Internet.

❑Check the Access Point settings. Refer to the instructions supplied with the Access Point.

❑Check if your computer and the Access Point are connected to one another.

❑Check the access point settings. Refer to the instructions supplied with the access point.

❑Move your computer away from obstructions or closer to any access point you may be using.

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