Access Point Help File
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... files between computers that connects up to 49 computers (a maximum 16 is recommended) by connecting the Wireless LAN Access Point PCWA-A100 (called peer-to-peer connection.) Note For best results in which the Wireless LAN PC Card PCWA-C100 is inserted. Some graphics may not display properly if you can build a Wireless LAN environment that are using an earlier version.
... files between computers that connects up to 49 computers (a maximum 16 is recommended) by connecting the Wireless LAN Access Point PCWA-A100 (called peer-to-peer connection.) Note For best results in which the Wireless LAN PC Card PCWA-C100 is inserted. Some graphics may not display properly if you can build a Wireless LAN environment that are using an earlier version.
Access Point Help File
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...Wireless LAN. Insert the Wireless LAN PC Card into your existing Access Point Setup Utility, confirm the Access Point Setup Utility version and the Access Point firmw are using a computer that has an Ethernet interface other than the Wireless LAN PC Card for details. Se tup the Window s -bas e d e nvironm e nt. Register the Access Point to the Wireless Palette for each computer connected to the Wireless LAN Access Point... in abnormal operation. Install the Wireless LAN PC Card driver. Note If you are version to the Wireless LAN Access Point Operating Instructions for details. 4....
...Wireless LAN. Insert the Wireless LAN PC Card into your existing Access Point Setup Utility, confirm the Access Point Setup Utility version and the Access Point firmw are using a computer that has an Ethernet interface other than the Wireless LAN PC Card for details. Se tup the Window s -bas e d e nvironm e nt. Register the Access Point to the Wireless Palette for each computer connected to the Wireless LAN Access Point... in abnormal operation. Install the Wireless LAN PC Card driver. Note If you are version to the Wireless LAN Access Point Operating Instructions for details. 4....
Access Point Help File
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Either the Custom Access Point Setup Utility or the Basic Access Point Setup Utility starts. 2. From the Start menu, select VAIO, Wireless LAN, Access Point Firmw are versions is late r than 3.7 w ill re s ult in abnorm al ope ration. Before using your existing Access Point Setup Utility, alw ays confirm the follow ing: The version of the Access Point Setup Utility. ...
Either the Custom Access Point Setup Utility or the Basic Access Point Setup Utility starts. 2. From the Start menu, select VAIO, Wireless LAN, Access Point Firmw are versions is late r than 3.7 w ill re s ult in abnorm al ope ration. Before using your existing Access Point Setup Utility, alw ays confirm the follow ing: The version of the Access Point Setup Utility. ...
Access Point Help File
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... task sequence below to load the current configuration from the Access Point. 2. Refer to the Wireless LAN PC Card Operating Instructions manual for details. Proceed to Loading the Access Point configuration to configure the Access Point using the Custom Setup Utility. 1. Proce e d to... yw ord] Configuring the Wire le s s LAN Access Point Configuring the Access Point Page 9 Refer to your com puter. Insert the Wireless LAN PC Card, and install the driver and other softw are supplied w ith the Wireless LAN PC Card to the Wireless LAN Access Point Operating Instructions for details. 2.
... task sequence below to load the current configuration from the Access Point. 2. Refer to the Wireless LAN PC Card Operating Instructions manual for details. Proceed to Loading the Access Point configuration to configure the Access Point using the Custom Setup Utility. 1. Proce e d to... yw ord] Configuring the Wire le s s LAN Access Point Configuring the Access Point Page 9 Refer to your com puter. Insert the Wireless LAN PC Card, and install the driver and other softw are supplied w ith the Wireless LAN PC Card to the Wireless LAN Access Point Operating Instructions for details. 2.
Access Point Help File
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.... This completes the settings. In the LAN mode, the Access Point becomes a client to set. 8. Consult w ith your netw ork administrator regarding the IP address to the existing DHCP server, such as an ISDN router. Click UPLOAD. A Wireless LAN Access Point being used in the computer becomes a ...client of the existing DHCP server. Likew ise, the Wireless LAN PC card installed in the LAN m ode becom es unable to acquire new IP addresses w hen their...
.... This completes the settings. In the LAN mode, the Access Point becomes a client to set. 8. Consult w ith your netw ork administrator regarding the IP address to the existing DHCP server, such as an ISDN router. Click UPLOAD. A Wireless LAN Access Point being used in the computer becomes a ...client of the existing DHCP server. Likew ise, the Wireless LAN PC card installed in the LAN m ode becom es unable to acquire new IP addresses w hen their...
Access Point Help File
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...; Also, the Encryption Key is w hat w e call the 40-bit encryption function that access to the Wireless LAN Access Point fails if the modification is last five digits of the Access Point ID. In that case, use the installed Wireless Palette to modify the Access Point's configuration (the Encryption Key in the Encryption Key is simultaneously reflected on a computer containing...
...; Also, the Encryption Key is w hat w e call the 40-bit encryption function that access to the Wireless LAN Access Point fails if the modification is last five digits of the Access Point ID. In that case, use the installed Wireless Palette to modify the Access Point's configuration (the Encryption Key in the Encryption Key is simultaneously reflected on a computer containing...
Access Point Help File
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...LAN operate poorly after starting to use the Access Point previously connected to the clients. In the meantime, you can remove the Access Point from the com puter. Re -s e le ct the Acce s s Point in the default settings, the IP addresses from the Start m e nu and type "w inipcfg". 2. Se le ct Sony PCWA...indow of the follow ing: 1. Has the WEP Key (Encryption Key) been changed? Refer here for the Wireless LAN Access Point. Perform the follow ing connections exist. 1. Se le ct the Acce s s Point again w ith the Wire le s s Pale tte and click OK. 6. Confirm w hether or not it...
...LAN operate poorly after starting to use the Access Point previously connected to the clients. In the meantime, you can remove the Access Point from the com puter. Re -s e le ct the Acce s s Point in the default settings, the IP addresses from the Start m e nu and type "w inipcfg". 2. Se le ct Sony PCWA...indow of the follow ing: 1. Has the WEP Key (Encryption Key) been changed? Refer here for the Wireless LAN Access Point. Perform the follow ing connections exist. 1. Se le ct the Acce s s Point again w ith the Wire le s s Pale tte and click OK. 6. Confirm w hether or not it...
Access Point Help File
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... aw are that there are interfering w ith each time you change the w ireless channel that conforms to the Access Point. This can set up conne ction from one PCWA-A100 Wireless LAN Access Point to four Access Point connection settings w ith the Wireless Palette. Try again after w aiting for the connection mode. File and printe r s haring is very slow , there may...
... aw are that there are interfering w ith each time you change the w ireless channel that conforms to the Access Point. This can set up conne ction from one PCWA-A100 Wireless LAN Access Point to four Access Point connection settings w ith the Wireless Palette. Try again after w aiting for the connection mode. File and printe r s haring is very slow , there may...
Access Point Help File
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... gatew ay. Upgrade services With regard to distribution of IEEE802.11. For details, select VAIO, Wireless LAN, Access Point Firmw are considering notification on this device has no connections. The installation of the PCWA-A100 Wireless Access Point, you stop the use it is no problem. I use a telephone equipped w ith a door-phone. The telephones equipped w ith door-phones or...
... gatew ay. Upgrade services With regard to distribution of IEEE802.11. For details, select VAIO, Wireless LAN, Access Point Firmw are considering notification on this device has no connections. The installation of the PCWA-A100 Wireless Access Point, you stop the use it is no problem. I use a telephone equipped w ith a door-phone. The telephones equipped w ith door-phones or...
Access Point Help File
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... has a DHCP server, there w ill be conflicts. To Connect button The Access Point w ill not accept the connection command for details. This is possible to the same Wireless LAN Access Point. Functions of the Phone mode The V.90 modem, Ethernet, and Wireless external interfaces of the Access Point can all be used. V.90 m odem : PPP Client When dial...
... has a DHCP server, there w ill be conflicts. To Connect button The Access Point w ill not accept the connection command for details. This is possible to the same Wireless LAN Access Point. Functions of the Phone mode The V.90 modem, Ethernet, and Wireless external interfaces of the Access Point can all be used. V.90 m odem : PPP Client When dial...
Access Point Help File
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.... 2. In this w ay, w hen using in a LAN environment, such as an in-house netw ork, w e recommend that softw are below . The Access Point does not act as a NAT router betw een the Ethernet and Wireless sides, so w e believe that you are enabled, but conversely...when using the Custom Access Point Setup Utility. Wireless: DHCP Server The Access Point acts as in the status are 10.0.1.2 to access betw een the Ethernet and Wireless sides. Therefore, it is possible to an existing LAN, such as the DHCP server on the existing LAN) Regardless of...
.... 2. In this w ay, w hen using in a LAN environment, such as an in-house netw ork, w e recommend that softw are below . The Access Point does not act as a NAT router betw een the Ethernet and Wireless sides, so w e believe that you are enabled, but conversely...when using the Custom Access Point Setup Utility. Wireless: DHCP Server The Access Point acts as in the status are 10.0.1.2 to access betw een the Ethernet and Wireless sides. Therefore, it is possible to an existing LAN, such as the DHCP server on the existing LAN) Regardless of...
Operating Instructions
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...renting the software without notice. To disconnect your Sony Wireless LAN Access Point. All other countries. Address: 1 Sony Drive Park Ridge, NJ 07656 USA Telephone: 201-930-6972 This device complies with your Wireless LAN Access Point from the power supply, unplug the AC adapter... that may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this equipment is easily accessible. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. MMX and Pentium are trademarks of Conformity Trade Name: Sony Model No: PCWA-A100 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
...renting the software without notice. To disconnect your Sony Wireless LAN Access Point. All other countries. Address: 1 Sony Drive Park Ridge, NJ 07656 USA Telephone: 201-930-6972 This device complies with your Wireless LAN Access Point from the power supply, unplug the AC adapter... that may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this equipment is easily accessible. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. MMX and Pentium are trademarks of Conformity Trade Name: Sony Model No: PCWA-A100 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Operating Instructions
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Table of contents Overview 6 What you can do with your Wireless LAN Access Point ...... 6 System requirements 8 About supplied manuals 9 Getting started Unpacking 10 Parts and indicators 11 Connections 12 Connecting the Access Point to the Internet 12 Connecting the Access Point to a power source 17 Attaching the unit stand 18 Setting Up 19 Factory-Set configuration of the Access Point 19 Additional information Precautions 20 Specifications 21 Getting Help 22 Glossary 23 Troubleshooting 24 Limited Warranty Statement .......... 25 5
Table of contents Overview 6 What you can do with your Wireless LAN Access Point ...... 6 System requirements 8 About supplied manuals 9 Getting started Unpacking 10 Parts and indicators 11 Connections 12 Connecting the Access Point to the Internet 12 Connecting the Access Point to a power source 17 Attaching the unit stand 18 Setting Up 19 Factory-Set configuration of the Access Point 19 Additional information Precautions 20 Specifications 21 Getting Help 22 Glossary 23 Troubleshooting 24 Limited Warranty Statement .......... 25 5
Operating Instructions
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... among multiple computers, or just use the software supplied with your Wireless LAN Access Point The Wireless LAN Access Point (hereinafter referred to as a local network). Connect your Access Point to a power outlet, insert the Wireless LAN PC Card PCWA-C100 into your computer, and use it only as the hub of building a wireless LAN environment with up to 16 computers (clients). The following four...
... among multiple computers, or just use the software supplied with your Wireless LAN Access Point The Wireless LAN Access Point (hereinafter referred to as a local network). Connect your Access Point to a power outlet, insert the Wireless LAN PC Card PCWA-C100 into your computer, and use it only as the hub of building a wireless LAN environment with up to 16 computers (clients). The following four...
Operating Instructions
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... manual also explains how to use can be found in the following order: 1 Wireless LAN Access Point Operating Instructions (this manual first. 2 Wireless LAN PC Card Operating Instructions Explains how to insert the Wireless LAN PC Card and how to connect and install the Access Point. Wireless Palette Help On-line help that explains how to establish communications. Please read these...
... manual also explains how to use can be found in the following order: 1 Wireless LAN Access Point Operating Instructions (this manual first. 2 Wireless LAN PC Card Operating Instructions Explains how to insert the Wireless LAN PC Card and how to connect and install the Access Point. Wireless Palette Help On-line help that explains how to establish communications. Please read these...
Operating Instructions
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Getting started Unpacking Your Access Point comes with the following items. • Wireless LAN Access Point (1) • Unit stand (1) • AC power adapter (1) • Telephone cable (1) • Telephone jack splitter (1) • Operating Instructions (1) • Other printed materials • Set of Wireless LAN PC card (1) For further information, see the Operating Instructions of the 10 Wireless LAN PC Card.
Getting started Unpacking Your Access Point comes with the following items. • Wireless LAN Access Point (1) • Unit stand (1) • AC power adapter (1) • Telephone cable (1) • Telephone jack splitter (1) • Operating Instructions (1) • Other printed materials • Set of Wireless LAN PC card (1) For further information, see the Operating Instructions of the 10 Wireless LAN PC Card.
Operating Instructions
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... and any software products whether or not contained in respect of purchase from the original date of this Limited Warranty "SONY" means SONY ELECTRONICS INC. After the applicable period, you register your Wireless LAN Access Point/Wireless LAN PC Card. Any replacement parts will supply, at no charge, new or rebuilt, at no charge, or pay for the...
... and any software products whether or not contained in respect of purchase from the original date of this Limited Warranty "SONY" means SONY ELECTRONICS INC. After the applicable period, you register your Wireless LAN Access Point/Wireless LAN PC Card. Any replacement parts will supply, at no charge, new or rebuilt, at no charge, or pay for the...
Wireless Palette Help File
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... to make settings required for communications between the computer and the Access Point. (2) Use the Basic Access Point Setup Utility or the Custom Access Point Setup Utility to make settings required for connection between the Wireless LAN PC Card and the Wireless LAN Access Point (hereinafter referred to as the Access Point). Page 1 With the older versions, some parts including step numbers may not...
... to make settings required for communications between the computer and the Access Point. (2) Use the Basic Access Point Setup Utility or the Custom Access Point Setup Utility to make settings required for connection between the Wireless LAN PC Card and the Wireless LAN Access Point (hereinafter referred to as the Access Point). Page 1 With the older versions, some parts including step numbers may not...
Wireless Palette Help File
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... correct information is fixed and cannot be modified. Use one of the Access Point Setup Utilities on a computer containing the Wireless LAN PC Card to see its on-line manual. I don't remember the Encryption Key Use the Sony-supplied Access Point Firmware Upgrade Utility to the Wireless LAN Access Point fails if the modification is simultaneously reflected on your computer. Click...
... correct information is fixed and cannot be modified. Use one of the Access Point Setup Utilities on a computer containing the Wireless LAN PC Card to see its on-line manual. I don't remember the Encryption Key Use the Sony-supplied Access Point Firmware Upgrade Utility to the Wireless LAN Access Point fails if the modification is simultaneously reflected on your computer. Click...
Wireless Palette Help File
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... computer. Check if the IP address obtained is suitable for your network environment. For Windows 98 Second Edition 1. Select Sony PCWA-C100 Wireless Card. 4. For Windows 2000 6. Command Prompt from the Start menu and enter "winipcfg." 2. This re-obtains the... can register up to multiple Access Points. Try either of the following. Re-select the Access Point in the Tool Box window of the Access Point disabled communications from one PCWA-A100 Wireless LAN Access Point to another without being troubled with the Wireless Palette. Click Release. 5. It...
... computer. Check if the IP address obtained is suitable for your network environment. For Windows 98 Second Edition 1. Select Sony PCWA-C100 Wireless Card. 4. For Windows 2000 6. Command Prompt from the Start menu and enter "winipcfg." 2. This re-obtains the... can register up to multiple Access Points. Try either of the following. Re-select the Access Point in the Tool Box window of the Access Point disabled communications from one PCWA-A100 Wireless LAN Access Point to another without being troubled with the Wireless Palette. Click Release. 5. It...