Sony SVD132190X Users Guide - Page 273

User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Duo 13 SVD1321 Search Back Back to Top Print About a Security Key for Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) A security key is a security protocol for Wi-Fi that encrypts data transmitted on Wi-Fi. It is also referred to as an encryption key or a WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) key. The security key allows wireless devices that have the same key, such as a Wi-Fi access point and a computer, to communicate with each other on Wi-Fi. The security key is assigned to each access point by default. (Make sure the default security key has been changed to protect data from unauthorized use.) If you cannot find the default security key, refer to the manual that came with your access point. If you enter a wrong security key, follow these steps to re-enter the security key. 1. Open the charms and select the to open the charms.) Settings charm. (See Opening the Charms 2. Select (the network icon). 3. Right-click the desired network and select View connection properties. 4. Select the Security tab. 5. Enter a security key in the Network security key field and select OK. Go to Page Top Related Topic About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Starting Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications Notes on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function Go to Page Top © 2013 Sony Corporation 273