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... Before Use Congratulations on -screen User Guide. You may find differences in the supplied manuals including this manual may look slightly different from those of the VAIO computers with the 64-bit operating system. Information in the information when your computer. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this User Guide is intended for users of...
... Before Use Congratulations on -screen User Guide. You may find differences in the supplied manuals including this manual may look slightly different from those of the VAIO computers with the 64-bit operating system. Information in the information when your computer. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this User Guide is intended for users of...
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... URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/LA/ for customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ for customers in this manual by clicking their respective URLs beginning with http://, your computer. n7 N Before...
... URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/LA/ for customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ for customers in this manual by clicking their respective URLs beginning with http://, your computer. n7 N Before...
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...VAIO Computer Using the Internet Before using the Internet, you connect your computer to the Internet, be available from your ISP: ❑ Fiber to the Home (FTTH) ❑ Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) ❑ Cable modem ❑ Satellite ❑ Dial-up For detailed information on connection setups and modem configuration, see the manual... that came with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up with your computer to sign up the wireless LAN network. See Using the Wireless LAN (...
...VAIO Computer Using the Internet Before using the Internet, you connect your computer to the Internet, be available from your ISP: ❑ Fiber to the Home (FTTH) ❑ Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) ❑ Cable modem ❑ Satellite ❑ Dial-up For detailed information on connection setups and modem configuration, see the manual... that came with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up with your computer to sign up the wireless LAN network. See Using the Wireless LAN (...
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... connected to the OPTICAL OUT port, you turn them on. For the detailed instructions, see the manual that came with your computer. For more information, see How do I change the sound output device. Since your computer is capable of outputting digital signals through the OPTICAL OUT port, you can connect external sound output... volume of your S/PDIF device. ! n 58 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting External Speakers You can connect an S/PDIF device such as speakers or headphones, to your computer.
... connected to the OPTICAL OUT port, you turn them on. For the detailed instructions, see the manual that came with your computer. For more information, see How do I change the sound output device. Since your computer is capable of outputting digital signals through the OPTICAL OUT port, you can connect external sound output... volume of your S/PDIF device. ! n 58 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting External Speakers You can connect an S/PDIF device such as speakers or headphones, to your computer.
User Guide
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...the external device requires external power, be sure to connect it to a power source. ❑ The i.LINK port supports transfer rates up to your computer. See the manual that came with your software for example, an HDD or a CD-RW drive) before you use to connect an i.LINK device, such as a... with an i.LINK port, which you can use . n 63 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an i.LINK Device Notes on connecting i.LINK devices ❑ Your computer is equipped with other compatible devices is not fully guaranteed. ❑ The i.LINK connection may not be available depending on your...
...the external device requires external power, be sure to connect it to a power source. ❑ The i.LINK port supports transfer rates up to your computer. See the manual that came with your software for example, an HDD or a CD-RW drive) before you use to connect an i.LINK device, such as a... with an i.LINK port, which you can use . n 63 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an i.LINK Device Notes on connecting i.LINK devices ❑ Your computer is equipped with other compatible devices is not fully guaranteed. ❑ The i.LINK connection may not be available depending on your...
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n 88 N Precautions Handling Floppy Disks ❑ Do not open the shutter manually and touch the internal components of the floppy disk. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from magnets. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from direct sunlight and ...
n 88 N Precautions Handling Floppy Disks ❑ Do not open the shutter manually and touch the internal components of the floppy disk. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from magnets. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from direct sunlight and ...
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... any other access points, change the settings. See the manual that came with your access point for more information. ❑ Make sure your computer and the access point are connected to one another. ❑ Place your computer away from obstacles or move any access point you may be... using closer to the computer. ❑ If you may be using a wireless LAN access...
... any other access points, change the settings. See the manual that came with your access point for more information. ❑ Make sure your computer and the access point are connected to one another. ❑ Place your computer away from obstacles or move any access point you may be... using closer to the computer. ❑ If you may be using a wireless LAN access...
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... the network connection stop when I change the settings. Third-party wireless LAN access point channels may be preset to different channels from Sony devices. ❑ If you are channels? ❑ Wireless LAN communication uses divided frequency bands known as channels. Selecting any other ... What are using a wireless LAN access point, see connectivity information contained in the manual that came with the wireless LAN function may result in the Power Options window. Two computers with your computer closer to the access point. ❑ Make sure the access point connection is ...
... the network connection stop when I change the settings. Third-party wireless LAN access point channels may be preset to different channels from Sony devices. ❑ If you are channels? ❑ Wireless LAN communication uses divided frequency bands known as channels. Selecting any other ... What are using a wireless LAN access point, see connectivity information contained in the manual that came with the wireless LAN function may result in the Power Options window. Two computers with your computer closer to the access point. ❑ Make sure the access point connection is ...
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See the online specifications to communicate with ? ❑ Check that the Bluetooth function of each other device's manual for more information. ❑ If the device you want to communicate with is on. See the other . What should I do if other devices, it may ... already communicating with another Bluetooth device, it may not be too far apart. If the connected device is available on the WIRELESS switch. ❑ Your computer and the device may be found or it may not appear in the Bluetooth Devices window or you want to communicate with your model. Wireless...
See the online specifications to communicate with ? ❑ Check that the Bluetooth function of each other device's manual for more information. ❑ If the device you want to communicate with is on. See the other . What should I do if other devices, it may ... already communicating with another Bluetooth device, it may not be too far apart. If the connected device is available on the WIRELESS switch. ❑ Your computer and the device may be found or it may not appear in the Bluetooth Devices window or you want to communicate with your model. Wireless...
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... with is on the operating system or the software in use. See the other device's manual for more information. n 108 N Troubleshooting What should I do if other Bluetooth devices cannot connect to my computer? ❑ Make sure the other devices are authenticated. ❑ To allow other Bluetooth ...to communicate with is already communicating with another Bluetooth device, it may not be found or it may not be able to communicate with your computer, follow these steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, Bluetooth Devices, and Bluetooth Settings. 2 Click the Options tab and...
... with is on the operating system or the software in use. See the other device's manual for more information. n 108 N Troubleshooting What should I do if other Bluetooth devices cannot connect to my computer? ❑ Make sure the other devices are authenticated. ❑ To allow other Bluetooth ...to communicate with is already communicating with another Bluetooth device, it may not be found or it may not be able to communicate with your computer, follow these steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, Bluetooth Devices, and Bluetooth Settings. 2 Click the Options tab and...
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...; Press the drive eject button or the Fn+E keys. ❑ If the drive eject button or the Fn+E keys do not work, click Start and Computer, right-click the optical disc drive icon, and select Eject. ❑ If none of the above options work, insert a thin, straight object (such as a paper... clip) in the manual eject hole on the optical disc drive. ❑ Try restarting your computer is trying to read a disc? Follow these steps: 1 Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow next to...
...; Press the drive eject button or the Fn+E keys. ❑ If the drive eject button or the Fn+E keys do not work, click Start and Computer, right-click the optical disc drive icon, and select Eject. ❑ If none of the above options work, insert a thin, straight object (such as a paper... clip) in the manual eject hole on the optical disc drive. ❑ Try restarting your computer is trying to read a disc? Follow these steps: 1 Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow next to...
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See the manual that came with your printer for more information. ❑ If your printer is compatible with your printer, disabling the functions on your computer. ❑ You may need to install the printer driver software before you use your computer may enable printing. n 117 N Troubleshooting ... cable is securely connected to the ports on the printer and your computer. ❑ Make sure your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from Sleep mode, then restart the computer. ❑ If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Windows...
See the manual that came with your printer for more information. ❑ If your printer is compatible with your printer, disabling the functions on your computer. ❑ You may need to install the printer driver software before you use your computer may enable printing. n 117 N Troubleshooting ... cable is securely connected to the ports on the printer and your computer. ❑ Make sure your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from Sleep mode, then restart the computer. ❑ If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Windows...
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See the manual that has its own volume control, make sure the speakers are connected to a power source. n 120 N Troubleshooting Speakers What should I change the sound output device? (... volume loud enough to off. ❑ The volume may have been minimized by the muting button on the keyboard. See the program's help file for computer use. ❑ If your speakers require external power, make sure the volume control is properly set the button to hear sound. ❑ If your speakers...
See the manual that has its own volume control, make sure the speakers are connected to a power source. n 120 N Troubleshooting Speakers What should I change the sound output device? (... volume loud enough to off. ❑ The volume may have been minimized by the muting button on the keyboard. See the program's help file for computer use. ❑ If your speakers require external power, make sure the volume control is properly set the button to hear sound. ❑ If your speakers...
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..., such as a CD-RW or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. See the manual that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. The procedure to your computer or camcorder. Before connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals to establish an i.LINK connection may not be securely plugged into the... I cannot use my DV camcorder? Unplug the cable, and plug it in once again. If a message appears stating that the i.LINK device is a trademark of Sony Corporation used only to designate that came with each other.
..., such as a CD-RW or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. See the manual that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. The procedure to your computer or camcorder. Before connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals to establish an i.LINK connection may not be securely plugged into the... I cannot use my DV camcorder? Unplug the cable, and plug it in once again. If a message appears stating that the i.LINK device is a trademark of Sony Corporation used only to designate that came with each other.
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...using a printer, check if the power cable is connected properly to install software before you connected the device. ❑ See the manual that came with your computer without a hub. We recommend you are using its own power supply. You may need to the AC outlet. ❑ Try ...n 129 N Troubleshooting Peripherals What should I do if I cannot connect a USB device? ❑ If applicable, check the USB device is turned on your computer. The driver could be installed to the specific port you used the first time you connect the device. ❑ Try connecting a simple, low-powered device...
...using a printer, check if the power cable is connected properly to install software before you connected the device. ❑ See the manual that came with your computer without a hub. We recommend you are using its own power supply. You may need to the AC outlet. ❑ Try ...n 129 N Troubleshooting Peripherals What should I do if I cannot connect a USB device? ❑ If applicable, check the USB device is turned on your computer. The driver could be installed to the specific port you used the first time you connect the device. ❑ Try connecting a simple, low-powered device...
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... and solve common problems. 2 Program Guides and Help Files The preinstalled programs on 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 on how to information on -screen help guides. You can visit Microsoft customer support...
... and solve common problems. 2 Program Guides and Help Files The preinstalled programs on 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 on how to information on -screen help guides. You can visit Microsoft customer support...
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All other names of systems, products, and services are trademarks of their respective owners. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. In the manual, the ™ or ® marks may not be specified. n 135 N Trademarks All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.
All other names of systems, products, and services are trademarks of their respective owners. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. In the manual, the ™ or ® marks may not be specified. n 135 N Trademarks All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.
Safety Information
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... Inc. reserves the right to make any modification to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO® computer. The software described herein is governed by third parties. Use of such software is prohibited. Record the model and serial numbers in ...in whole or in a secure location. Some of license agreements enclosed with this manual or the information contained herein at any machine-readable form without prior written approval. PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED ...
... Inc. reserves the right to make any modification to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO® computer. The software described herein is governed by third parties. Use of such software is prohibited. Record the model and serial numbers in ...in whole or in a secure location. Some of license agreements enclosed with this manual or the information contained herein at any machine-readable form without prior written approval. PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED ...