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... Specifications, which provides updates and supplemental information about , and that information will be displayed in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to VAIO Life. For Sony software information, click Start and select Welcome to the online VAIO® Computer User Guide. Welcome Congratulations on all aspects of this main window. View the Electronic Flyer...
... Specifications, which provides updates and supplemental information about , and that information will be displayed in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to VAIO Life. For Sony software information, click Start and select Welcome to the online VAIO® Computer User Guide. Welcome Congratulations on all aspects of this main window. View the Electronic Flyer...
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Page 8 Powering Your Computer Your VAIO® computer comes with a battery and an AC adapter. It also describes ways you can efficiently utilize the battery as a power source. This chapter explains how to install and use these supplied accessories to power your computer.
Page 8 Powering Your Computer Your VAIO® computer comes with a battery and an AC adapter. It also describes ways you can efficiently utilize the battery as a power source. This chapter explains how to install and use these supplied accessories to power your computer.
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... to charge. 1. The computer automatically charges the battery as long as the computer is using battery power. Charging the battery takes several hours. See your VAIO® Computer Specifications for a long time. Lower temperatures require more time to the computer. Battery Indicator Battery indicator status Description On The computer is using...
... to charge. 1. The computer automatically charges the battery as long as the computer is using battery power. Charging the battery takes several hours. See your VAIO® Computer Specifications for a long time. Lower temperatures require more time to the computer. Battery Indicator Battery indicator status Description On The computer is using...
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Internet and Network Connections Internet Connections This section describes the basic steps for setting up your VAIO® computer, use online services, and gain access to the Internet. Page 25 The New Connection Wizard guides you can register your dial-up an existing account. When you connect to the Internet, you through the process of connecting to the Internet and choosing an Internet service provider (ISP) or setting up or Ethernet connection to Sony Computing Support.
Internet and Network Connections Internet Connections This section describes the basic steps for setting up your VAIO® computer, use online services, and gain access to the Internet. Page 25 The New Connection Wizard guides you can register your dial-up an existing account. When you connect to the Internet, you through the process of connecting to the Internet and choosing an Internet service provider (ISP) or setting up or Ethernet connection to Sony Computing Support.
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The New Connection Wizard guides you can register your dial-up or Ethernet connection to the Internet. When you connect to the Internet, you through the process of connecting to the Internet and choosing an Internet service provider (ISP) or setting up an existing account. Page 26 Internet and Network Connections Internet Connections This section describes the basic steps for setting up your VAIO® computer, use online services, and gain access to Sony Computing Support.
The New Connection Wizard guides you can register your dial-up or Ethernet connection to the Internet. When you connect to the Internet, you through the process of connecting to the Internet and choosing an Internet service provider (ISP) or setting up an existing account. Page 26 Internet and Network Connections Internet Connections This section describes the basic steps for setting up your VAIO® computer, use online services, and gain access to Sony Computing Support.
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... of these connections may result in excess electrical current and could cause a malfunction in the "Setting Up" chapter of your computer to connect your printed VAIO® Computer Quick Start. 2. Make sure it clicks into the wall jack. Some of the telephone cable into the Modem jack. Connecting a Telephone Cable Your...
... of these connections may result in excess electrical current and could cause a malfunction in the "Setting Up" chapter of your computer to connect your printed VAIO® Computer Quick Start. 2. Make sure it clicks into the wall jack. Some of the telephone cable into the Modem jack. Connecting a Telephone Cable Your...
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.... 2. For location information, see "Locating Controls and Ports" in the "Setting Up" chapter of between 10 and 100 Mbps. and the other into your printed VAIO® Computer Quick Start. The New Connection Wizard appears. New Connection Wizard Page 29 Connecting an Ethernet Cable 2. Connect your computer. To connect an Ethernet...
.... 2. For location information, see "Locating Controls and Ports" in the "Setting Up" chapter of between 10 and 100 Mbps. and the other into your printed VAIO® Computer Quick Start. The New Connection Wizard appears. New Connection Wizard Page 29 Connecting an Ethernet Cable 2. Connect your computer. To connect an Ethernet...
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... for wireless connections. The access point coordinates transmission and reception from multiple wireless devices within a specific range. You can opt to purchase a Sony Wireless LAN Access Point to a wireless network 1. The Network Connections window appears. 4. Using wireless network connections (selected models only) A wireless...See the instructions that allows for more freely than ever before. Move the Wireless LAN switch to http://www.sonystyle.com/vaio. Wireless Network Connection Page 35 The wireless LAN access point is one in the network. The access point bridges the ...
... for wireless connections. The access point coordinates transmission and reception from multiple wireless devices within a specific range. You can opt to purchase a Sony Wireless LAN Access Point to a wireless network 1. The Network Connections window appears. 4. Using wireless network connections (selected models only) A wireless...See the instructions that allows for more freely than ever before. Move the Wireless LAN switch to http://www.sonystyle.com/vaio. Wireless Network Connection Page 35 The wireless LAN access point is one in the network. The access point bridges the ...
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MOTION EYE Camera Using the MOTION EYE Camera Your computer comes with a built-in MOTION EYE® camera. For directions on where to capture still images and record movies. The VAIO Software Tutorials and the Network Smart Capture Help file contain more detailed information about using your MOTION EYE® Camera. You can use the camera to locate these files, see Locating the help files. Page 53
MOTION EYE Camera Using the MOTION EYE Camera Your computer comes with a built-in MOTION EYE® camera. For directions on where to capture still images and record movies. The VAIO Software Tutorials and the Network Smart Capture Help file contain more detailed information about using your MOTION EYE® Camera. You can use the camera to locate these files, see Locating the help files. Page 53
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For directions on where to capture still images and record movies. Page 54 MOTION EYE Camera Using the MOTION EYE Camera Your computer comes with a built-in MOTION EYE® camera. You can use the camera to locate these files, see Locating the help files. The VAIO Software Tutorials and the Network Smart Capture Help file contain more detailed information about using your MOTION EYE® Camera.
For directions on where to capture still images and record movies. Page 54 MOTION EYE Camera Using the MOTION EYE Camera Your computer comes with a built-in MOTION EYE® camera. You can use the camera to locate these files, see Locating the help files. The VAIO Software Tutorials and the Network Smart Capture Help file contain more detailed information about using your MOTION EYE® Camera.
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Rotate the focus ring to start the Network Smart Capture program. Adjusting the Focus Ring See the VAIO Software Tutorials or the Network Smart Capture Help file for more information on the Network Smart Capture window. Press the CAPTURE button on the computer, ...
Rotate the focus ring to start the Network Smart Capture program. Adjusting the Focus Ring See the VAIO Software Tutorials or the Network Smart Capture Help file for more information on the Network Smart Capture window. Press the CAPTURE button on the computer, ...
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Software help files To locate the Network Smart Capture Help file, click Start on the Welcome to locate this site. Page 58 Click Start and select Welcome to VAIO Life to VAIO Life Web site. Locating the help files are also posted on the Windows® taskbar, point to All Programs and Network Smart Capture, and then click Help.
Software help files To locate the Network Smart Capture Help file, click Start on the Welcome to locate this site. Page 58 Click Start and select Welcome to VAIO Life to VAIO Life Web site. Locating the help files are also posted on the Windows® taskbar, point to All Programs and Network Smart Capture, and then click Help.
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... printer for more information. See "Locating Controls and Ports" in the "Setting Up" chapter of the USB cable into the USB port on your printed VAIO® Computer Quick Start. 2. See the instructions that accompanied the printer for more information on the printer. Plug the other end of your computer or...
... printer for more information. See "Locating Controls and Ports" in the "Setting Up" chapter of the USB cable into the USB port on your printed VAIO® Computer Quick Start. 2. See the instructions that accompanied the printer for more information on the printer. Plug the other end of your computer or...
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Using Memory Stick Media Your VAIO® computer is equipped with a Memory Stick® slot that supports certain types of Memory Stick® media. Page 67
Using Memory Stick Media Your VAIO® computer is equipped with a Memory Stick® slot that supports certain types of Memory Stick® media. Page 67
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... types of Memory Stick media are available, but compatibility with compatible devices. Provides data storage only. Sony suggests using Sony® MagicGate technology. Memory Stick media do not support video file playback directly from the media. VAIO® computers support Memory Stick PRO media for the latest information on a single Memory Stick media...
... types of Memory Stick media are available, but compatibility with compatible devices. Provides data storage only. Sony suggests using Sony® MagicGate technology. Memory Stick media do not support video file playback directly from the media. VAIO® computers support Memory Stick PRO media for the latest information on a single Memory Stick media...
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... Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional operating system. The multilingual user interface language option is not designed to their desired language(s) without affecting your new VAIO® computer, you can also change the language displayed in your selected language. Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, and then click Control Panel...
... Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional operating system. The multilingual user interface language option is not designed to their desired language(s) without affecting your new VAIO® computer, you can also change the language displayed in your selected language. Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, and then click Control Panel...
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... from the Start menu. +M Minimizes all minimized windows to their previous size. +R Displays the Run window. Windows key combinations Key combination Function +F1 Displays the VAIO Help and Support Center window. +Tab Switches the selected button on the taskbar. +D Displays the desktop. +E Displays the My Computer window. +F Displays the Search Results...
... from the Start menu. +M Minimizes all minimized windows to their previous size. +R Displays the Run window. Windows key combinations Key combination Function +F1 Displays the VAIO Help and Support Center window. +Tab Switches the selected button on the taskbar. +D Displays the desktop. +E Displays the My Computer window. +F Displays the Search Results...
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... through the software installation, some devices require separate driver software installation. See the instructions that accompanied your mouse or keyboard for it to your printed VAIO® Computer Quick Start. (One USB port supports one USB connection.) 2. Plug the USB cable into the USB port . Although the New Hardware Wizard guides...
... through the software installation, some devices require separate driver software installation. See the instructions that accompanied your mouse or keyboard for it to your printed VAIO® Computer Quick Start. (One USB port supports one USB connection.) 2. Plug the USB cable into the USB port . Although the New Hardware Wizard guides...
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You do not need to turn off your computer. If your computer has more than one or more PC Card slots. See your VAIO® Computer Specifications for Type III PC Cards. These slots are compatible with your computer to connect devices such as an optical drive, floppy disk drive, or Network Interface Card (NIC). Using PC Cards Your computer includes one PC Card slot, use the lower slot for the type of PC Card that is compatible with CardBus. Page 93 A PC Card enables you to insert or remove a PC Card.
You do not need to turn off your computer. If your computer has more than one or more PC Card slots. See your VAIO® Computer Specifications for Type III PC Cards. These slots are compatible with your computer to connect devices such as an optical drive, floppy disk drive, or Network Interface Card (NIC). Using PC Cards Your computer includes one PC Card slot, use the lower slot for the type of PC Card that is compatible with CardBus. Page 93 A PC Card enables you to insert or remove a PC Card.
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...with an i.LI N K c onnec tion may vary, depending on operating c onditions and proper c onnec tion. The Sony i.LINK optical drive is only compatible with certain Sony VAIO® PCG series computers that are preinstalled with Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition or Professional software. 1 i.LI N K ... s ys tem, and c ompatible i.LI N K devic es . Page 96 i.LINK Optical Drives The i.LINK®1 drive, once it is a trademark of Sony us ed only to des ignate that c ame with eac h other. Before c onnec ting c ompatible i.LI N K P C peripherals to your computer, enables...
...with an i.LI N K c onnec tion may vary, depending on operating c onditions and proper c onnec tion. The Sony i.LINK optical drive is only compatible with certain Sony VAIO® PCG series computers that are preinstalled with Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition or Professional software. 1 i.LI N K ... s ys tem, and c ompatible i.LI N K devic es . Page 96 i.LINK Optical Drives The i.LINK®1 drive, once it is a trademark of Sony us ed only to des ignate that c ame with eac h other. Before c onnec ting c ompatible i.LI N K P C peripherals to your computer, enables...