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n4 N Troubleshooting ...93 Computer ...95 System Security ...100 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...101 Networking ...104 Bluetooth Technology ...107 Optical Discs ...111 Display ...116 Printing ...117 Microphone ...118 Mouse ...119 Speakers ...120 Keyboard...122 Floppy Disks ...123 Audio/Video...124 Memory Stick ...127 Peripherals ...128 Support Options ...129 Sony Support Information ...130 Program Support Information...133 Trademarks ...144
n4 N Troubleshooting ...93 Computer ...95 System Security ...100 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...101 Networking ...104 Bluetooth Technology ...107 Optical Discs ...111 Display ...116 Printing ...117 Microphone ...118 Mouse ...119 Speakers ...120 Keyboard...122 Floppy Disks ...123 Audio/Video...124 Memory Stick ...127 Peripherals ...128 Support Options ...129 Sony Support Information ...130 Program Support Information...133 Trademarks ...144
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... http://, your entire hard disk drive to the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries ...or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in this manual...
... http://, your entire hard disk drive to the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries ...or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in this manual...
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To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. * The Bluetooth and wireless WAN functions are available on selected models only. Provides information about setting up Bluetooth*, wireless LAN, and wireless WAN* functions. See the online specifications to find out whether your model supports the functions. n8 N Before Use ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help -
To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. * The Bluetooth and wireless WAN functions are available on selected models only. Provides information about setting up Bluetooth*, wireless LAN, and wireless WAN* functions. See the online specifications to find out whether your model supports the functions. n8 N Before Use ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help -
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... restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Choose from the following categories to articles, the VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software information. ❑ Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer. To access Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. ❑ Get started with my VAIO Get help with Internet and wireless...
... restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Choose from the following categories to articles, the VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software information. ❑ Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer. To access Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. ❑ Get started with my VAIO Get help with Internet and wireless...
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... device, or external mouse. Adjust the level of the chair so your computer. Keep your wrists in a chair with your forearms horizontal (2), with good back support. A footrest may strain eyes, muscles, or tendons. ❑ Furniture and posture - Sit in a neutral, comfortable position (3) while using your feet are flat on the floor...
... device, or external mouse. Adjust the level of the chair so your computer. Keep your wrists in a chair with your forearms horizontal (2), with good back support. A footrest may strain eyes, muscles, or tendons. ❑ Furniture and posture - Sit in a neutral, comfortable position (3) while using your feet are flat on the floor...
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Be sure to wait until the computer cools down before you touch it. speeds. ! Back n 14 N Getting Started A Air vent B Cable clamps (page 18), (page 19) C Prop-up stand (page 85) D DC IN port (page 19) E Network (Ethernet) port (page 64) F Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 59) G OPTICAL OUT port (page 57) (Output Sampling Rate: 44.1 KHz/48.0 KHz/96.0 KHz) H i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 62) I Memory module compartment cover (page 75) * Support high-/full-/low- The area around the air vent (1) becomes hot while your computer is on.
Be sure to wait until the computer cools down before you touch it. speeds. ! Back n 14 N Getting Started A Air vent B Cable clamps (page 18), (page 19) C Prop-up stand (page 85) D DC IN port (page 19) E Network (Ethernet) port (page 64) F Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 59) G OPTICAL OUT port (page 57) (Output Sampling Rate: 44.1 KHz/48.0 KHz/96.0 KHz) H i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 62) I Memory module compartment cover (page 75) * Support high-/full-/low- The area around the air vent (1) becomes hot while your computer is on.
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speeds. and Duo-size Memory Stick. *2 Support high-/full-/low- H WIRELESS switch (page 48) *1 Your computer supports both standard- G Line In jack Connect an external audio device for audio input. Left n 16 N Getting Started A Memory Stick slot*1 (page 38) B Media Access indicator (page 17) C SD memory card slot (page 44) D Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*2 (page 59) E Headphones jack (page 57) F Microphone jack Connect an external microphone.
speeds. and Duo-size Memory Stick. *2 Support high-/full-/low- H WIRELESS switch (page 48) *1 Your computer supports both standard- G Line In jack Connect an external audio device for audio input. Left n 16 N Getting Started A Memory Stick slot*1 (page 38) B Media Access indicator (page 17) C SD memory card slot (page 44) D Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*2 (page 59) E Headphones jack (page 57) F Microphone jack Connect an external microphone.
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n 31 N Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing Optical Discs Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depending on your optical disc drive supports. Check your specifications for the type of media your model. Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased.
n 31 N Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing Optical Discs Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depending on your optical disc drive supports. Check your specifications for the type of media your model. Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased.
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...on your computer does not support BD-RE Disc media in...supported. *5 Writing data to DVD+R DL (Double Layer) discs is available only on discs supporting... discs supporting DVD-R DL (Dual Layer) recording. *7 Supports writing...discs is not supported on the models with DVD-RAM Version 1.0 is supported only on your computer does not support the DVD-RAM...P P PR*1 *2 PR PR*5 PR*6 PR*3 *4 PR*7 *11 *12 *1 Supports writing data to DVD-R discs compliant with DVD-R for Blu-ray Disc-Rewritable in Version 1.0... Supports writing data to single-sided DVD...LTH TYPE media is not supported. BDVideo ROM DVD-R/ DVD...
...on your computer does not support BD-RE Disc media in...supported. *5 Writing data to DVD+R DL (Double Layer) discs is available only on discs supporting... discs supporting DVD-R DL (Dual Layer) recording. *7 Supports writing...discs is not supported on the models with DVD-RAM Version 1.0 is supported only on your computer does not support the DVD-RAM...P P PR*1 *2 PR PR*5 PR*6 PR*3 *4 PR*7 *11 *12 *1 Supports writing data to DVD-R discs compliant with DVD-R for Blu-ray Disc-Rewritable in Version 1.0... Supports writing data to single-sided DVD...LTH TYPE media is not supported. BDVideo ROM DVD-R/ DVD...
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...layer on one side and a digital audio layer on the other optical media devices, circumstances may not support movie playback on the disc, playback is not supported. !...discs for optimum compatibility and viewing quality. VAIO computers may limit compatibility or prevent Blu-ray Disc media playback....NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. For... may restrict video output to check both playback and recording compatibility with your VAIO computer, be implemented for use with discs that the audio side (non...
...layer on one side and a digital audio layer on the other optical media devices, circumstances may not support movie playback on the disc, playback is not supported. !...discs for optimum compatibility and viewing quality. VAIO computers may limit compatibility or prevent Blu-ray Disc media playback....NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. For... may restrict video output to check both playback and recording compatibility with your VAIO computer, be implemented for use with discs that the audio side (non...
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...Discs (page 31) to find out the type of your software. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. To play the disc. For instructions on how to play a Blu-ray Disc media 1 Close all running...ray Disc playback function is available on selected models only. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. Copying Files to use the software, see the help file included with your optical disc drive,... writing function is available on selected models only. n 37 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media !
...Discs (page 31) to find out the type of your software. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. To play the disc. For instructions on how to play a Blu-ray Disc media 1 Close all running...ray Disc playback function is available on selected models only. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. Copying Files to use the software, see the help file included with your optical disc drive,... writing function is available on selected models only. n 37 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media !
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...is additionally inserted into an M2 Standard-size adaptor or M2 Duo adaptor. Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick with multiple conversion adapters is against the copyright law to insert it is not guaranteed of the copyright protection ... general name of compatibility. Accordingly, the Memory Stick with such copyrighted data can accommodate both standard- n 39 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before You Use the Memory Stick The Memory Stick slot on your computer does not support 8-bit parallel data transfer (high speed data transfer).
...is additionally inserted into an M2 Standard-size adaptor or M2 Duo adaptor. Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick with multiple conversion adapters is against the copyright law to insert it is not guaranteed of the copyright protection ... general name of compatibility. Accordingly, the Memory Stick with such copyrighted data can accommodate both standard- n 39 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before You Use the Memory Stick The Memory Stick slot on your computer does not support 8-bit parallel data transfer (high speed data transfer).
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... process will be completed more quickly if you want to open the Computer window. 2 Double-click the Memory Stick icon to format the media and supports the Memory Stick when formatting the media. Be sure to use . n 41 N Using Your...
... process will be completed more quickly if you want to open the Computer window. 2 Double-click the Memory Stick icon to format the media and supports the Memory Stick when formatting the media. Be sure to use . n 41 N Using Your...
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...memory card slot. Your computer has been tested and found compatible with your computer. The SD memory card slot on compatible memory cards, see Sony Support Information (page 130) to transfer data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices. Use care when inserting or removing...out of May 2008. Do not force the SD memory card in removing from the SD memory card slot. n 44 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with major memory cards available as the compatible media are guaranteed of compatibility. SD ...
...memory card slot. Your computer has been tested and found compatible with your computer. The SD memory card slot on compatible memory cards, see Sony Support Information (page 130) to transfer data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices. Use care when inserting or removing...out of May 2008. Do not force the SD memory card in removing from the SD memory card slot. n 44 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with major memory cards available as the compatible media are guaranteed of compatibility. SD ...
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... Access (WPA). It utilizes the enhanced data encryption TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) in addition to find out whether your model supports the IEEE 802.11a standard and/or the IEEE 802.11n draft standard. The IEEE 802.11g standard provides high-speed communications, ...Authentication Protocol). The IEEE 802.11n draft standard is a wireless LAN standard, using the 2.4 or 5 GHz bandwidth. n 49 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ In some countries, using WLAN products may cause lower communication speed, narrower communication range, or broken wireless connections. limited number of ...
... Access (WPA). It utilizes the enhanced data encryption TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) in addition to find out whether your model supports the IEEE 802.11a standard and/or the IEEE 802.11n draft standard. The IEEE 802.11g standard provides high-speed communications, ...Authentication Protocol). The IEEE 802.11n draft standard is a wireless LAN standard, using the 2.4 or 5 GHz bandwidth. n 49 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ In some countries, using WLAN products may cause lower communication speed, narrower communication range, or broken wireless connections. limited number of ...
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To access this on the WIRELESS switch before starting the SmartWi Connection Utility. You can transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth function. You can establish wireless communication between these devices without cables at a range of up the Bluetooth function with the ... set up to find out whether your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile phone. n 51 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Function The Bluetooth function is available on selected models only. See the online specifications to 33 feet (10 meters) in ...
To access this on the WIRELESS switch before starting the SmartWi Connection Utility. You can transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth function. You can establish wireless communication between these devices without cables at a range of up the Bluetooth function with the ... set up to find out whether your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile phone. n 51 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Function The Bluetooth function is available on selected models only. See the online specifications to 33 feet (10 meters) in ...
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To open Windows Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. n 55 N Using Your VAIO Computer Communicating with another Bluetooth device, you first need to a Bluetooth device such as another Bluetooth device To communicate with Another Bluetooth Device You can connect your computer to set up and using the Bluetooth function, search for Bluetooth information using Windows Help and Support. For setting up the Bluetooth function. To communicate with another computer, a mobile phone, a PDA, a headset, a mouse, or a digital camera without the use of any cables.
To open Windows Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. n 55 N Using Your VAIO Computer Communicating with another Bluetooth device, you first need to a Bluetooth device such as another Bluetooth device To communicate with Another Bluetooth Device You can connect your computer to set up and using the Bluetooth function, search for Bluetooth information using Windows Help and Support. For setting up the Bluetooth function. To communicate with another computer, a mobile phone, a PDA, a headset, a mouse, or a digital camera without the use of any cables.
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... actual transfer rate depends on the transfer rate of i.LINK-compatible PC peripherals (for example, an HDD or a CD-RW drive) before you use to 400 Mbps. See the manual that are generally powered through i.LINK ports. ❑ The i.LINK port supports transfer rates up to connect an i.LINK device, such as...
... actual transfer rate depends on the transfer rate of i.LINK-compatible PC peripherals (for example, an HDD or a CD-RW drive) before you use to 400 Mbps. See the manual that are generally powered through i.LINK ports. ❑ The i.LINK port supports transfer rates up to connect an i.LINK device, such as...
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For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. n 74 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. To avoid invalidation of memory installed on a computer. ❑ You should not touch ... dealer to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on your model, see Sony Support Information (page 130). To find the nearest center or agent, see the online specifications.
For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. n 74 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. To avoid invalidation of memory installed on a computer. ❑ You should not touch ... dealer to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on your model, see Sony Support Information (page 130). To find the nearest center or agent, see the online specifications.
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...the main unit on the computer. n 85 N Precautions ❑ Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables. In this case, allow at least one , moisture may occur. ❑ Do not use cut or damaged connection cables. ❑ If your computer from behind the computer to the LCD ...screen. To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 130). ❑ Make sure you hold your computer is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one hour before cleaning your computer. ❑ To avoid losing data when your waist belt...
...the main unit on the computer. n 85 N Precautions ❑ Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables. In this case, allow at least one , moisture may occur. ❑ Do not use cut or damaged connection cables. ❑ If your computer from behind the computer to the LCD ...screen. To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 130). ❑ Make sure you hold your computer is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one hour before cleaning your computer. ❑ To avoid losing data when your waist belt...