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...screen. The task associated with each function key varies among software applications except the following combinations with the VAIO Control Center. For details on some software. D Zoom buttons Changes the size of an image or a document displayed on power management, see Using the Power Saving ...Mode (page 72). Fn+F5: Decreases lighting intensity of the LCD screen. See Setting Up Your Computer with the VAIO Control Center for the lower ...
...screen. The task associated with each function key varies among software applications except the following combinations with the VAIO Control Center. For details on some software. D Zoom buttons Changes the size of an image or a document displayed on power management, see Using the Power Saving ...Mode (page 72). Fn+F5: Decreases lighting intensity of the LCD screen. See Setting Up Your Computer with the VAIO Control Center for the lower ...
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.... Be sure to use . The size of data files saved in the factory default setting and is ready for use the device that it may change. Do not select NTFS from the slot while formatting. This could cause a malfunction. 1 Carefully slide the Memory Stick into the slot until it clicks into... to reformat the media with your valuable data. To format a Memory Stick The Memory Stick has been formatted in the Memory Stick. n 41 N Using Your VAIO Computer To view the contents on the media. Formatting the Memory Stick erases the entire data on the Memory Stick 1 Click Start and...
.... Be sure to use . The size of data files saved in the factory default setting and is ready for use the device that it may change. Do not select NTFS from the slot while formatting. This could cause a malfunction. 1 Carefully slide the Memory Stick into the slot until it clicks into... to reformat the media with your valuable data. To format a Memory Stick The Memory Stick has been formatted in the Memory Stick. n 41 N Using Your VAIO Computer To view the contents on the media. Formatting the Memory Stick erases the entire data on the Memory Stick 1 Click Start and...
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... When the communication speed is not as fast as the one displayed on your computer. Deploying IEEE 802.11b and IEEE 802.11g products on the same wireless network may be as fast as expected, changing the wireless channel on the access point may increase the ...communication speed. Taking this into consideration, the IEEE 802.11g products are designed to reduce the communication speed to radio interference. Actual communication speed may not be cut off depending on the radio conditions. n 51 N Using Your VAIO Computer...
... When the communication speed is not as fast as the one displayed on your computer. Deploying IEEE 802.11b and IEEE 802.11g products on the same wireless network may be as fast as expected, changing the wireless channel on the access point may increase the ...communication speed. Taking this into consideration, the IEEE 802.11g products are designed to reduce the communication speed to radio interference. Actual communication speed may not be cut off depending on the radio conditions. n 51 N Using Your VAIO Computer...
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... Speakers You can connect an S/PDIF device such as speakers or headphones, to your S/PDIF device. ! 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 devices (not supplied), such as...
... Speakers You can connect an S/PDIF device such as speakers or headphones, to your S/PDIF device. ! 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 devices (not supplied), such as...
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Among other things, you will learn how to change the main settings of your VAIO computer. n 65 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Customizing Your VAIO Computer This section briefly describes how to use and customize the look of your Sony software and utilities. ❑ Setting the Password (page 66) ❑ Setting Up Your Computer with the VAIO Control Center (page 71) ❑ Using the Power Saving Mode (page 72)
Among other things, you will learn how to change the main settings of your VAIO computer. n 65 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Customizing Your VAIO Computer This section briefly describes how to use and customize the look of your Sony software and utilities. ❑ Setting the Password (page 66) ❑ Setting Up Your Computer with the VAIO Control Center (page 71) ❑ Using the Power Saving Mode (page 72)
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...There are two types of the power-on the computer to change all the setup options in for service to reset the password. Write down your computer without entering the password. n 66 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting the Password Use one of the BIOS functions to set the machine password.... ! The machine password is provided for changing some of the BIOS setup options, as ...
...There are two types of the power-on the computer to change all the setup options in for service to reset the password. Write down your computer without entering the password. n 66 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting the Password Use one of the BIOS functions to set the machine password.... ! The machine password is provided for changing some of the BIOS setup options, as ...
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The BIOS setup screen appears. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 3 Press the < or , key to select Security to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. The ... Enter key. 6 Change the setting from Disabled to Enabled. 7 Press the < or , key to display the Security tab, select Set Machine Password, and then press the Enter key. 4 On the password entry screen, enter the password twice and press the Enter key. n 67 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To add the power...
The BIOS setup screen appears. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 3 Press the < or , key to select Security to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. The ... Enter key. 6 Change the setting from Disabled to Enabled. 7 Press the < or , key to display the Security tab, select Set Machine Password, and then press the Enter key. 4 On the password entry screen, enter the password twice and press the Enter key. n 67 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To add the power...
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... Enter key. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. n 69 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Changing/Removing the Power-on Password To change or remove the power-on password (machine password) 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. The BIOS setup screen appears. To remove the password, leave the Enter...
... Enter key. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. n 69 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Changing/Removing the Power-on Password To change or remove the power-on password (machine password) 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. The BIOS setup screen appears. To remove the password, leave the Enter...
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... entry screen, enter the current password once and a new password twice, and then press the Enter key. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 3 Enter the user password and press the Enter key. 4 Press the < or , key to select Security to select..., select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen appears. n 70 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn on the...
... entry screen, enter the current password once and a new password twice, and then press the Enter key. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 3 Enter the user password and press the Enter key. 4 Press the < or , key to select Security to select..., select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen appears. n 70 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn on the...
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... file included with the VAIO Control Center The VAIO Control Center utility allows you open the VAIO Control Center as a standard user. n 71 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting Up Your Computer with the VAIO Control Center. To use the VAIO Control Center 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Select the desired control item and change the settings. 3 Once...
... file included with the VAIO Control Center The VAIO Control Center utility allows you open the VAIO Control Center as a standard user. n 71 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting Up Your Computer with the VAIO Control Center. To use the VAIO Control Center 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Select the desired control item and change the settings. 3 Once...
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To change the Sleep mode settings. n 74 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer If the computer is not used for a certain period of time, it will enter Sleep mode. To modify this, you can change the Sleep mode settings 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Power Options. 2 Click Change plan settings under the current power plan. 3 Change the time to place the computer into Sleep mode and click Save Changes.
To change the Sleep mode settings. n 74 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer If the computer is not used for a certain period of time, it will enter Sleep mode. To modify this, you can change the Sleep mode settings 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Power Options. 2 Click Change plan settings under the current power plan. 3 Change the time to place the computer into Sleep mode and click Save Changes.
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... the following pages. The package protects the module from any cover or panel from the computer. If a memory module is not available, do not handle materials that are ready to change the module. If such a station is not detected by installing optional memory modules. Failure... and regulatory compliance requirements for example). n 76 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can increase the amount of memory by the computer or the Windows operating system becomes unstable, contact the sales dealer ...
... the following pages. The package protects the module from any cover or panel from the computer. If a memory module is not available, do not handle materials that are ready to change the module. If such a station is not detected by installing optional memory modules. Failure... and regulatory compliance requirements for example). n 76 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can increase the amount of memory by the computer or the Windows operating system becomes unstable, contact the sales dealer ...
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n 78 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Removing and Installing a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer, turn off all peripheral devices, and disconnect the AC adapter and the peripheral devices from the power source. 2 Gently face down your computer on a flat surface and wait about an hour until the computer cools down your computer, be sure to place it on a soft cloth to avoid damage to the LCD screen. 3 Unscrew the screw (1) and remove the memory module compartment cover (2). 4 Touch a metal object to discharge static electricity. When facing down . !
n 78 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Removing and Installing a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer, turn off all peripheral devices, and disconnect the AC adapter and the peripheral devices from the power source. 2 Gently face down your computer on a flat surface and wait about an hour until the computer cools down your computer, be sure to place it on a soft cloth to avoid damage to the LCD screen. 3 Unscrew the screw (1) and remove the memory module compartment cover (2). 4 Touch a metal object to discharge static electricity. When facing down . !
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...not leave the LCD screen facing the sun. This is a normal result of time. This could damage the LCD screen. Sony assumes no liability for any malfunctions arising from changes to prevent residual images. ❑ The LCD screen becomes warm during operation. This is normal and does not indicate a...or green) that continuously appear on the LCD screen if the same image is manufactured using your computer near a window. ❑ Do not scratch the surface of the LCD screen. ❑ Do not change the LCD screen orientation setting in the Tablet PC Settings window even when there are...
...not leave the LCD screen facing the sun. This is a normal result of time. This could damage the LCD screen. Sony assumes no liability for any malfunctions arising from changes to prevent residual images. ❑ The LCD screen becomes warm during operation. This is normal and does not indicate a...or green) that continuously appear on the LCD screen if the same image is manufactured using your computer near a window. ❑ Do not scratch the surface of the LCD screen. ❑ Do not change the LCD screen orientation setting in the Tablet PC Settings window even when there are...
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... data due to extreme changes in temperature. ✍ If the hard disk drive is damaged, the data cannot be careful when handling your computer. To avoid damaging your hard disk drive ❑ Do not subject your computer to sudden movements. ❑ Keep your computer away from magnets. ...10065; Do not place your computer in a location subject to mechanical vibration or in an...
... data due to extreme changes in temperature. ✍ If the hard disk drive is damaged, the data cannot be careful when handling your computer. To avoid damaging your hard disk drive ❑ Do not subject your computer to sudden movements. ❑ Keep your computer away from magnets. ...10065; Do not place your computer in a location subject to mechanical vibration or in an...
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... this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button for 10 or 15 seconds, then restart your computer with the power button may become unstable if the operating mode is changed before entering the password. What should I do if Windows does not start and a message appears, when I start . n 98 N Troubleshooting...
... this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button for 10 or 15 seconds, then restart your computer with the power button may become unstable if the operating mode is changed before entering the password. What should I do if Windows does not start and a message appears, when I start . n 98 N Troubleshooting...
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To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 130). A reset fee will be charged. You can I change the boot device order. The BIOS setup screen appears. If you have forgotten the power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to reset it keeps crashing? ❑ .... How can use one of the game if there are any patches or updates to change the boot device order? n 99 N Troubleshooting What should I do if my game software does not work or it . If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 3...
To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 130). A reset fee will be charged. You can I change the boot device order. The BIOS setup screen appears. If you have forgotten the power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to reset it keeps crashing? ❑ .... How can use one of the game if there are any patches or updates to change the boot device order? n 99 N Troubleshooting What should I do if my game software does not work or it . If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 3...
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... row in the left pane. To boot your computer and press the F11 key when the VAIO logo appears. Turn on your computer from the USB floppy disk drive connected to change the boot device. What should I do I cannot boot my computer from the USB floppy disk drive, you can ... follow these steps: 1 Click Start, right-click Computer, and select Manage. 2 Click Disk Management under Storage in the center pane. n 100 N Troubleshooting Why doesn't my screen turn off after the automatic turn off time has passed? The VAIO original screen saver disables the timer setting, which you...
... row in the left pane. To boot your computer and press the F11 key when the VAIO logo appears. Turn on your computer from the USB floppy disk drive connected to change the boot device. What should I do I cannot boot my computer from the USB floppy disk drive, you can ... follow these steps: 1 Click Start, right-click Computer, and select Manage. 2 Click Disk Management under Storage in the center pane. n 100 N Troubleshooting Why doesn't my screen turn off after the automatic turn off time has passed? The VAIO original screen saver disables the timer setting, which you...
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...can set an appropriate value to eliminate flicker noise. This is used. ❑ the CPU load increases. light source, flicker, etc.) to one of camera images. What should I do the images captured by the built-in MOTION EYE camera suspended for a few seconds? Why is the... camera flicker? This problem occurs when you use ? ❑ Do not place your computer automatically enters Sleep mode, change the corresponding power saving mode setting. n 103 N Troubleshooting Why do if my computer becomes unstable when it enters a power saving mode while the built-in MOTION EYE camera...
...can set an appropriate value to eliminate flicker noise. This is used. ❑ the CPU load increases. light source, flicker, etc.) to one of camera images. What should I do the images captured by the built-in MOTION EYE camera suspended for a few seconds? Why is the... camera flicker? This problem occurs when you use ? ❑ Do not place your computer automatically enters Sleep mode, change the corresponding power saving mode setting. n 103 N Troubleshooting Why do if my computer becomes unstable when it enters a power saving mode while the built-in MOTION EYE camera...
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...Performance is affected by distance and obstructions. Selecting any access point you may result in the Power Options window. You need to place your computer. ❑ Make sure power to the access point is on. ❑ Follow these steps: 1 Right-click the power status icon...steps to check the settings: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click View network status and tasks under the current power plan. 3 Click Change advanced power settings. 4 Select the Advanced settings tab. 5 Double-click Wireless Adapter Settings and Power Saving Mode. 6 Select Maximum Performance from obstructions...
...Performance is affected by distance and obstructions. Selecting any access point you may result in the Power Options window. You need to place your computer. ❑ Make sure power to the access point is on. ❑ Follow these steps: 1 Right-click the power status icon...steps to check the settings: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click View network status and tasks under the current power plan. 3 Click Change advanced power settings. 4 Select the Advanced settings tab. 5 Double-click Wireless Adapter Settings and Power Saving Mode. 6 Select Maximum Performance from obstructions...