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... described in Brazil ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - To view the online specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go 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...speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ for customers in this manual) - Explains features of your VAIO computer. It also includes information on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use my VAIO. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. n7 N Before ...
... described in Brazil ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - To view the online specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go 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...speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ for customers in this manual) - Explains features of your VAIO computer. It also includes information on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use my VAIO. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. n7 N Before ...
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...contact Sony support. n8 N Before Use Help and Support Help and Support is easy to access and provides a single location for general information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer, ...and creating recovery DVDs and more. ❑ Use my VAIO Access your VAIO user guide, interactive help in the form of VAIO tutorials, how-to articles, the VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software information. ❑ Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer...
...contact Sony support. n8 N Before Use Help and Support Help and Support is easy to access and provides a single location for general information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer, ...and creating recovery DVDs and more. ❑ Use my VAIO Access your VAIO user guide, interactive help in the form of VAIO tutorials, how-to articles, the VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software information. ❑ Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer...
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The keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with your computer. n 22 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard A USB keyboard is supplied with additional keys that perform specific functions.
The keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with your computer. n 22 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard A USB keyboard is supplied with additional keys that perform specific functions.
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Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. Check your specifications for the type of media your model. n 30 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.
Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. Check your specifications for the type of media your model. n 30 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.
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Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO optical ...VAIO computer, be implemented for optimum compatibility and viewing quality. Region settings are not compliant with discs that the AACS key update requires Internet access. When you need to update the AACS key. This may restrict video output to check both playback and recording compatibility with a DVD recorded layer on one... computer to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications (CD Standard). This product is not supported. ! To play on this product because it does not conform to a disc. VAIO computers ...
Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO optical ...VAIO computer, be implemented for optimum compatibility and viewing quality. Region settings are not compliant with discs that the AACS key update requires Internet access. When you need to update the AACS key. This may restrict video output to check both playback and recording compatibility with a DVD recorded layer on one... computer to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications (CD Standard). This product is not supported. ! To play on this product because it does not conform to a disc. VAIO computers ...
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See the online specifications to find out the type of Blu-ray Disc contents on your computer, or the computer may not be connected to the Internet. Do not use ...performance when playing discs, you may damage the optical disc drive. ❑ Do not strike or shake your computer while the optical disc drive is writing data to a disc. ❑ Do not plug or unplug the AC... adapter while the optical disc drive is writing data to a disc. n 33 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ Only use discs in any other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), ...
See the online specifications to find out the type of Blu-ray Disc contents on your computer, or the computer may not be connected to the Internet. Do not use ...performance when playing discs, you may damage the optical disc drive. ❑ Do not strike or shake your computer while the optical disc drive is writing data to a disc. ❑ Do not plug or unplug the AC... adapter while the optical disc drive is writing data to a disc. n 33 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ Only use discs in any other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), ...
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For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc burning software to copy files to the disc. Copying Files to find out about the supported disc media. See the online specifications to play a Blu-ray Disc media 1 Close all running software applications....and Writing Optical Discs (page 30) to find out the type of your software. n 37 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. For instructions on selected models only. The Blu-ray Disc playback...
For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc burning software to copy files to the disc. Copying Files to find out about the supported disc media. See the online specifications to play a Blu-ray Disc media 1 Close all running software applications....and Writing Optical Discs (page 30) to find out the type of your software. n 37 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. For instructions on selected models only. The Blu-ray Disc playback...
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... compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick with capacity of up to use , it into an M2 Standard-size adaptor or M2 Duo adaptor. Accordingly, the Memory Stick with the MagicGate logo to remove it is against the copyright law to 16 GB that meet the same specifications as of ... the Memory Stick, visit the Memory Stick web site at http://www.memorystick.com/en/. ! n 39 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before You Use the Memory Stick The Memory Stick slot on your computer can insert a Duo-size Memory Stick directly into a Memory Stick Duo adaptor. Before using a Memory Stick Duo adaptor. ...
... compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick with capacity of up to use , it into an M2 Standard-size adaptor or M2 Duo adaptor. Accordingly, the Memory Stick with the MagicGate logo to remove it is against the copyright law to 16 GB that meet the same specifications as of ... the Memory Stick, visit the Memory Stick web site at http://www.memorystick.com/en/. ! n 39 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before You Use the Memory Stick The Memory Stick slot on your computer can insert a Duo-size Memory Stick directly into a Memory Stick Duo adaptor. Before using a Memory Stick Duo adaptor. ...
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...computer. SD memory cards with capacity of up to 2 GB and SDHC memory cards with capacity of up to 32 GB have been tested and found compatible only with an SD memory card slot. 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. n 44 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the SD Memory Card Your computer...not attempt to your computer does not support the... on your computer supports the following memory cards...latest information on your computer. Use care when ...
...computer. SD memory cards with capacity of up to 2 GB and SDHC memory cards with capacity of up to 32 GB have been tested and found compatible only with an SD memory card slot. 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. n 44 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the SD Memory Card Your computer...not attempt to your computer does not support the... on your computer supports the following memory cards...latest information on your computer. Use care when ...
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...than the IEEE 802.11b standard. Wireless LAN devices using the 2.4 GHz band cannot communicate with WPA. * See the online specifications to -end encryption, virtual private networks, and authentication. Data encryption protects the vulnerable wireless link between clients and access points....Although technologies to minimize interference from other devices that use the same band are other various devices. n 50 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ In some countries, using WLAN products may cause lower communication speed, narrower communication range, or broken wireless connections. limited...
...than the IEEE 802.11b standard. Wireless LAN devices using the 2.4 GHz band cannot communicate with WPA. * See the online specifications to -end encryption, virtual private networks, and authentication. Data encryption protects the vulnerable wireless link between clients and access points....Although technologies to minimize interference from other devices that use the same band are other various devices. n 50 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ In some countries, using WLAN products may cause lower communication speed, narrower communication range, or broken wireless connections. limited...
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... function. Be sure to find out whether your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile phone. n 52 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Function The Bluetooth® function is available on the WIRELESS switch before starting the Bluetooth function. See the online specifications to turn on selected models only. You...
... function. Be sure to find out whether your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile phone. n 52 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Function The Bluetooth® function is available on the WIRELESS switch before starting the Bluetooth function. See the online specifications to turn on selected models only. You...
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.... This is a frequent occurrence with audio output from a connected Bluetooth device. Even if standards are maintained. n 53 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on using the Bluetooth function ❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on the following conditions: ❑ Obstacles, such as walls... system ❑ Use of both wireless LAN and Bluetooth functions at the same time on your computer ❑ Size of file being exchanged ❑ Note that the applicable standard requirements are met, individual device performance, specifications, and operation procedures can vary.
.... This is a frequent occurrence with audio output from a connected Bluetooth device. Even if standards are maintained. n 53 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on using the Bluetooth function ❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on the following conditions: ❑ Obstacles, such as walls... system ❑ Use of both wireless LAN and Bluetooth functions at the same time on your computer ❑ Size of file being exchanged ❑ Note that the applicable standard requirements are met, individual device performance, specifications, and operation procedures can vary.
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n 75 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. To find the nearest center or agent, see the online specifications. For the type of module and the amount of the warranty during your product warranty period, we recommend that:...a new memory module. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You should contact your model, see Sony Support Information (page 130). For assistance, contact an authorized...
n 75 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. To find the nearest center or agent, see the online specifications. For the type of module and the amount of the warranty during your product warranty period, we recommend that:...a new memory module. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You should contact your model, see Sony Support Information (page 130). For assistance, contact an authorized...
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...; Do not share the AC outlet with other AC adapter as a photocopier or a shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with your computer caused by sudden power surges, in an electrical storm, for example. ❑ Do not place heavy objects on the power cord. ❑ To... disconnect the cord, pull it may cause a malfunction. This device helps prevent damage to your computer or genuine Sony products. n 84 N Precautions Using the Power Source ❑ See the online specifications to check the power operation of time. ❑ Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible....
...; Do not share the AC outlet with other AC adapter as a photocopier or a shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with your computer caused by sudden power surges, in an electrical storm, for example. ❑ Do not place heavy objects on the power cord. ❑ To... disconnect the cord, pull it may cause a malfunction. This device helps prevent damage to your computer or genuine Sony products. n 84 N Precautions Using the Power Source ❑ See the online specifications to check the power operation of time. ❑ Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible....
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...may be able to find this computer check box. If the connected device is also connected to other devices, it may not be too far apart. What should I want to communicate with is unlit, turn on . See the online specifications to communicate with the Bluetooth function ...only. The following Q & A entries apply to communicate with your model. What should I do if I cannot find my computer? ❑ Make sure both devices have the Bluetooth function enabled....
...may be able to find this computer check box. If the connected device is also connected to other devices, it may not be too far apart. What should I want to communicate with is unlit, turn on . See the online specifications to communicate with the Bluetooth function ...only. The following Q & A entries apply to communicate with your model. What should I do if I cannot find my computer? ❑ Make sure both devices have the Bluetooth function enabled....
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... online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. For information on the computer, it with one with an affixed adhesive label could cause a write error or other damage. Using a disc with no affixed adhesive label. To download and install the updates on how to connect the computer to ... (page 47). n 114 N Troubleshooting What should I do if I cannot write data to CD media? ❑ Make sure you are using the VAIO Update. To play such contents normally, download and install the latest updates for the WinDVD BD using a CD-R/RW disc with an adhesive label affixed...
... online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. For information on the computer, it with one with an affixed adhesive label could cause a write error or other damage. Using a disc with no affixed adhesive label. To download and install the updates on how to connect the computer to ... (page 47). n 114 N Troubleshooting What should I do if I cannot write data to CD media? ❑ Make sure you are using the VAIO Update. To play such contents normally, download and install the latest updates for the WinDVD BD using a CD-R/RW disc with an adhesive label affixed...
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See the online specifications to find out the type of DVD recordable media do if I cannot write data to selected models only. The DVD±RW/±R DL/RAM ...
See the online specifications to find out the type of DVD recordable media do if I cannot write data to selected models only. The DVD±RW/±R DL/RAM ...
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During the video playback, some operations and/or functions may become unavailable, and sound interruptions, dropped frames, and playback failure may occur depending on your hardware specifications. Playing high-definition videos requires substantial hardware resources, such as those recorded with the AVCHD digital video camcorder? n 127 N Troubleshooting Why do sound interruptions and/or dropped frames occur when I play high-definition videos, such as CPU, GPU, or system memory performance on your computer.
During the video playback, some operations and/or functions may become unavailable, and sound interruptions, dropped frames, and playback failure may occur depending on your hardware specifications. Playing high-definition videos requires substantial hardware resources, such as those recorded with the AVCHD digital video camcorder? n 127 N Troubleshooting Why do sound interruptions and/or dropped frames occur when I play high-definition videos, such as CPU, GPU, or system memory performance on your computer.
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For example, if you connected the device. ❑ See the manual that came with your computer without a hub. We recommend you connect the device directly to the specific port you used the first time you are using a printer, check if the power cable is connected properly to test if the port is ... may need to install software before you are using a digital camera, check if the battery is turned on and using another USB port on your computer. If you connect the device. ❑ Try connecting a simple, low-powered device such as a mouse to the AC outlet. ❑ Try using its own ...
For example, if you connected the device. ❑ See the manual that came with your computer without a hub. We recommend you connect the device directly to the specific port you used the first time you are using a printer, check if the power cable is connected properly to test if the port is ... may need to install software before you are using a digital camera, check if the battery is turned on and using another USB port on your computer. If you connect the device. ❑ Try connecting a simple, low-powered device such as a mouse to the AC outlet. ❑ Try using its own ...
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...menu for the specific program. 3 Operating System Online Support Your computer comes preinstalled with individual help guides. You can visit Microsoft customer support at the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://www.sony.ca/support/ ...Windows operating system. n 130 N Support Options Support Options This section provides support information about your VAIO computer and the preinstalled software programs. Sony Support Information 1 VAIO Computer Documentation This on-screen User Guide (this manual) and the printed Quick Start Guide provide information...
...menu for the specific program. 3 Operating System Online Support Your computer comes preinstalled with individual help guides. You can visit Microsoft customer support at the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://www.sony.ca/support/ ...Windows operating system. n 130 N Support Options Support Options This section provides support information about your VAIO computer and the preinstalled software programs. Sony Support Information 1 VAIO Computer Documentation This on-screen User Guide (this manual) and the printed Quick Start Guide provide information...