User manual SONY VAIO VPC-EE37FX/WI

[. . . ] You can use the Access Point as a base station to build a wireless LAN system consisting of computers equipped with Wireless LAN PC Cards or Wireless LAN Converters. If you want to enable the computers that are connected to the wireless LAN to access the Internet, simply connect the Access Point to a DSL modem, cable modem, ISDN router, broadband router or another similar communication device, or to an Ethernet LAN (wired LAN) that is connected to the Internet. You cannot use a USB connection to connect the Access Point to a communication device. The procedure in this guide describes the connection process using the factory default settings. [. . . ] Connect your DSL modem, ISDN router, broadband router or Ethernet LAN hub to the power unit with an Ethernet cable. The Access Point does not have a power switch. You can use either a straight-through or cross-over Ethernet cable. Depending on your provider, you may need to make settings on your computer and with various connection tools. If this is the case, go to Procedure 3 after making the required settings. The procedure in this guide describes the connection process using the factory default settings. Network Name (SSID) : the 6-character identifier printed on the label inside the rear cover of the Wireless Unit. This ID is used as the default Network Name (SSID). Configure the wireless communication settings on the computer and then establish a communication session between the computer and your Access Point. refer to the manuals provided with your Wireless LAN PC Card or Wireless LAN Converter for the configuration procedure. When you are done, check that an IP address is assigned to the computer. If you select 104-bit (WEP 128-bit) for the Key Length, enter up to 13 letters, numbers and symbols. It is recommended that you write down the encryption key for future reference. 10 Click the Execute Setup button if you are satisfied with the displayed settings. click the Back button to modify the settings. You will then return to the previous page. 11 If you are satisfied with the displayed settings, close the Web browser. After completing Procedure 5, read Procedure 6 and reestablish the connection. After making the settings of your computer, communication with the Access Point will be enabled. When configuration is finished, install the Access Point. Its settings are stored so that even when it is turned off, the settings are preserved. With a paper clip or similar object, press and hold the Reset switch at the bottom of the Wireless Unit for at least one second. [. . . ] When hanging the unit to a wall, be carefull not to drop the unit or the tools used for doing the work. Dropping the unit or tools could result in unforeseen accidents. Use the Power Unit and the power cord supplied with the Access Point. Using a different power unit may result in damage and/or injury. [. . . ]