Sony PCG-R505ELK - Manual (Page 204)

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:
1. Click Start, point to Settings, then Control Panel, and select Wireless Network. The Add/Edit Configuration
Profile window opens.
2. Click Edit.
3. Type your profile name, and make sure Access Point is selected in the Network Type box. Click Next.
4. Click Scan. The Scan for Network Names pop-up window opens.
5. Look 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.
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