Brand: SONY
Category: Computer
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Available Languages: EN , ES
Manual for PCWA-C500
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 6:41 p.m.
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This manual provides operating instructions for the 5GHz Wireless LAN PC Card PCWA-C500. It covers an overview of the card's capabilities, getting started with unpacking and installation, software setup, wireless LAN connection procedures, and additional information such as precautions, specifications, and troubleshooting. Key features include establishing wireless network environments in Access Point or Peer-to-Peer modes, accessing the internet, and supporting high bit rate movie streaming.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| Symptom | Cause/Remedy |
|---|---|
| My computer does not detect the Wireless LAN PC Card. | The Wireless LAN PC Card may not be properly inserted into the PC card slot of your computer. Check that the Wireless LAN PC Card is inserted in the proper direction, then push it in as far as it will go. |
| Other computers on the wireless LAN are not displayed. | You did not enter the password when Windows started. Enter the user name and the password requested on Windows startup, then log on to the LAN. The Windows-based environment is not properly set up. Set it up properly. No other computers are logged onto the wireless LAN. |
| I cannot access the Internet. | The Access Point is not connected. Follow the instructions in the Access Point Operating Instructions to connect it properly. The Wireless LAN PC Card is not properly inserted into your computer. See the instructions on page 13 of this manual to insert it properly. Communication between the Access Point and your computer are not established. Check the communication status using the Wireless Panel. For details on how to check the status, see "Viewing communication status" (page 45) and "Displaying the main screen of the Wireless Panel" (page 48). The Access Point is not properly configured. Configure the Access Point with the connection method of your choice. The Access Point and your computer are too far apart. Reposition your computer within 150 feet (50 m) of the Access Point, in direct line of sight. When the Wireless Panel shows the [signal strength icon], move your computer closer to the Access Point. |
| I cannot remember the WEP Key. | When using an Access Point, reset the Access Point to its defaults. For further information about how to reset the Access Point, see the Access Point Operating Instructions. When using a Wireless LAN PC Card in Peer to Peer Connection Mode, delete the network settings registered on each computer connected to the network, then reconfigure the computer's wireless network settings. |
| No communication is available even though my computer is located within 150 feet (50 m) of the Access Point, in direct line of sight. | The actual communication distance depends on the installation site and surrounding conditions. Move your computer closer to the Access Point. |