can the Vaio PCG-C1F connect to the internet via wifi? if so, how do i enable?

[missisminx]

Hi, I've just acquired this pretty old vaio pcg-c1f netbook.. wanting to use it when not at home, and wondering how much i can upgrade? can i connect to internet by wifi? if so how?.... also, can you watch dvd's.. and how much memory can you upgrade by? and lastly what's the best operating system on it.. at the moment it's got windows xp.. any advise much appreciated. thanks

[Blencogo]

You can download the User Guide here: -

ftp://ftp.vaio-link.com/pub/Manuals/Notebooks/C1/C1F/C1F_H_UK.pdf

You can see the full specifications here: -

http://support.vaio.sony.eu/computing/vaio/specifications/index.aspx?l=en_GB&m=PCG-C1F

In answer to your questions: -

1. No WiFi capability - but a wireless PC Card may work.  Something like this: -

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Belkin-802-11g-Wireless-NoteBook-Card/dp/B00008XYJ4/ref=sr_1_28?ie=UTF8&qid=...

2. This model came with a dedicated CD-ROM drive as an extra.  The Hard Drive is smaller than a single modern DVD so playing movies is not a possibility unless a modern external USB DVD drive will work.  I would try to borrow one and see if it works as most need a USB 2.0 connection - you will need software to play the DVD like Windows Media Player or VLC player but I have no idea if you have enough hard disc space available.

3.It looks like you can upgrade the RAM from 64MB to 128MB - you will have to Google for SDR - PC66 modules.

4. This model was sold with Windows 98 installed so I would stick with XP - don't push your luck!