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Information in the supplied manuals including this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide state-of the VAIO computers with the 64-bit operating system. n5 N Before Use Before Use Congratulations on -screen User Guide. You may look slightly different from those of this User Guide is intended for users of -the-art personal computing experience. ! External...
Information in the supplied manuals including this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide state-of the VAIO computers with the 64-bit operating system. n5 N Before Use Before Use Congratulations on -screen User Guide. You may look slightly different from those of this User Guide is intended for users of -the-art personal computing experience. ! External...
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... areas http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ for customers in Brazil ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - To view the online specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go to the original factory settings. To access this manual) - The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your VAIO computer. Explains features of your computer. Provides information about...
... areas http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ for customers in Brazil ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - To view the online specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go to the original factory settings. To access this manual) - The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your VAIO computer. Explains features of your computer. Provides information about...
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...n 47 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you need to connect an external modem device, for example a USB telephone modem, a DSL modem, or a cable modem, to your computer. When you need to sign up with your computer to the Internet, be ... 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 devices required for connecting your computer to the Internet. See Using the Wireless LAN (WLAN) (page 49) for the Internet...
...n 47 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you need to connect an external modem device, for example a USB telephone modem, a DSL modem, or a cable modem, to your computer. When you need to sign up with your computer to the Internet, be ... 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 devices required for connecting your computer to the Internet. See Using the Wireless LAN (WLAN) (page 49) for the Internet...
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...). n 58 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting External Speakers You can connect an S/PDIF device such as speakers or headphones, to your computer. For the detailed instructions, see the manual that came with your computer. To hear sound from the S/PDIF device connected to the OPTICAL OUT port, you need to the external speaker (3). 3 Turn... AV amplifier to the port and enhance the sound quality of outputting digital signals through the OPTICAL OUT port, you turn them on. Since your computer is capable 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. For the detailed instructions, see the manual that came with your computer. To hear sound from the S/PDIF device connected to the OPTICAL OUT port, you need to the external speaker (3). 3 Turn... AV amplifier to the port and enhance the sound quality of outputting digital signals through the OPTICAL OUT port, you turn them on. Since your computer is capable of your S/PDIF device. !
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... compatibility of the external device. ❑ The optional i.LINK cables may not be available depending on your computer does not supply power to an external device. See the manual that came with an i.LINK port, which you can use . If the external device requires external power,... supports transfer rates up to 400 Mbps. n 63 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an i.LINK Device Notes on connecting i.LINK devices ❑ Your computer is not fully guaranteed. ❑ The i.LINK connection may not be available in some countries or areas. ❑ An i.LINK connection with other...
... compatibility of the external device. ❑ The optional i.LINK cables may not be available depending on your computer does not supply power to an external device. See the manual that came with an i.LINK port, which you can use . If the external device requires external power,... supports transfer rates up to 400 Mbps. n 63 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an i.LINK Device Notes on connecting i.LINK devices ❑ Your computer is not fully guaranteed. ❑ The i.LINK connection may not be available in some countries or areas. ❑ An i.LINK connection with other...
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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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... 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 point, the device may result in a communication failure. See the manual that came with your computer is ... Follow the steps in the Power Options window. Follow the steps in the Power Options window. See the manual that came with other devices are using closer to the computer. ❑ Make sure your access point for more information. ❑ Make sure Maximum Performance is affected by...
... 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 point, the device may result in a communication failure. See the manual that came with your computer is ... Follow the steps in the Power Options window. Follow the steps in the Power Options window. See the manual that came with other devices are using closer to the computer. ❑ Make sure your access point for more information. ❑ Make sure Maximum Performance is affected by...
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...manual that came with your computer closer to the access point. ❑ Make sure the access point connection is changed. Why does the network connection stop when I avoid data transfer interruptions? ❑ When your computer is connected to an access point, data transfer interruptions may be preset to different channels from Sony... wireless LAN access point, see connectivity information contained in a communication failure. Two computers with the wireless LAN function may result in the manual that came with your access point for more information. ❑ Make sure Maximum ...
...manual that came with your computer closer to the access point. ❑ Make sure the access point connection is changed. Why does the network connection stop when I avoid data transfer interruptions? ❑ When your computer is connected to an access point, data transfer interruptions may be preset to different channels from Sony... wireless LAN access point, see connectivity information contained in a communication failure. Two computers with the wireless LAN function may result in the manual that came with your access point for more information. ❑ Make sure Maximum ...
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...able to communicate with another Bluetooth device, it may not be found or it may be able to communicate with your computer. ❑ To allow other device's manual for more information. ❑ If the device you want to communicate with is already communicating with the device. Why ...can't my computer find out whether the Bluetooth function is on the WIRELESS switch. ❑ Your computer and the device may not be too...
...able to communicate with another Bluetooth device, it may not be found or it may be able to communicate with your computer. ❑ To allow other device's manual for more information. ❑ If the device you want to communicate with is already communicating with the device. Why ...can't my computer find out whether the Bluetooth function is on the WIRELESS switch. ❑ Your computer and the device may not be too...
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... and Bluetooth Settings. 2 Click the Options tab and select the Allow Bluetooth devices to find this computer check box. ❑ The data transfer distance can be able to each other device's manual for more information. See the other . ❑ If the device you want to communicate with is... on the operating system or the software in use. Move your computer and Bluetooth devices closer to communicate with is already ...
... and Bluetooth Settings. 2 Click the Options tab and select the Allow Bluetooth devices to find this computer check box. ❑ The data transfer distance can be able to each other device's manual for more information. See the other . ❑ If the device you want to communicate with is... on the operating system or the software in use. Move your computer and Bluetooth devices closer to communicate with is already ...
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... see Handling Discs (page 89) for dirt or damage. If you need to restart the computer. 2 Remove the disc from the optical disc drive. 3 Check the disc for instructions. What should...read a disc? The disc that your computer. n 111 N Troubleshooting Optical Discs Why does my computer freeze when I do if the drive tray does not open? ❑ Make sure your computer is on. ❑ Press the drive...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 ...
... see Handling Discs (page 89) for dirt or damage. If you need to restart the computer. 2 Remove the disc from the optical disc drive. 3 Check the disc for instructions. What should...read a disc? The disc that your computer. n 111 N Troubleshooting Optical Discs Why does my computer freeze when I do if the drive tray does not open? ❑ Make sure your computer is on. ❑ Press the drive...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 ...
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... 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 operating system installed on your printer. 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 cancel the Enable bidirectional support...
... 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 operating system installed on your printer. 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 cancel the Enable bidirectional support...
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... your speakers are designed for more information. ❑ Check the Windows volume controls by clicking the volume icon on the keyboard. See the manual that has its own volume control, make sure the speakers are connected to a power source. To configure the sound output device, see How... on the keyboard. n 120 N Troubleshooting Speakers What should I change the sound output device? (page 125). See the program's help file for computer use. ❑ If your speakers require external power, make sure the volume control is turned up the volume loud enough to hear sound. ❑...
... your speakers are designed for more information. ❑ Check the Windows volume controls by clicking the volume icon on the keyboard. See the manual that has its own volume control, make sure the speakers are connected to a power source. To configure the sound output device, see How... on the keyboard. n 120 N Troubleshooting Speakers What should I change the sound output device? (page 125). See the program's help file for computer use. ❑ If your speakers require external power, make sure the volume control is turned up the volume loud enough to hear sound. ❑...
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...system compatibility and required operating conditions. The procedure to establish an i.LINK connection may not be securely plugged into the port on your computer or camcorder. See Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 63) for more information. ✍ i.LINK is disconnected or turned off, ...Audio/Video What should I do if I cannot use my DV camcorder? See the manual that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. If a message appears stating that the i.LINK device is a trademark of Sony Corporation used only to your compatible i.LINK device for more information on a software ...
...system compatibility and required operating conditions. The procedure to establish an i.LINK connection may not be securely plugged into the port on your computer or camcorder. See Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 63) for more information. ✍ i.LINK is disconnected or turned off, ...Audio/Video What should I do if I cannot use my DV camcorder? See the manual that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. If a message appears stating that the i.LINK device is a trademark of Sony Corporation used only to your compatible i.LINK device for more information on a software ...
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... What should I do if I cannot connect a USB device? ❑ If applicable, check the USB device is turned on your computer. 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 AC outlet. ❑ Try using another USB port...
... What should I do if I cannot connect a USB device? ❑ If applicable, check the USB device is turned on your computer. 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 AC outlet. ❑ Try using another USB port...
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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 on how to information on -screen help guides. These guides are stored on the hard disk drive...
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 on how to information on -screen help guides. These guides are stored on the hard disk drive...
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Features and specifications are trademarks of their respective owners. n 135 N Trademarks All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. In the manual, the ™ or ® marks may not be specified. All other names of systems, products, and services are subject to change without notice.
Features and specifications are trademarks of their respective owners. n 135 N Trademarks All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. In the manual, the ™ or ® marks may not be specified. All other names of systems, products, and services are subject to change without notice.
Safety Information
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...the right to make any modification to any time without notice. This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by the terms of a separate user license agreement. This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be transported or used ... be identical to the terms and conditions of license agreements enclosed with this manual or the information contained herein at any machine-readable form without written permission is subject to current retail versions. 2 Refer to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO® computer.
...the right to make any modification to any time without notice. This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by the terms of a separate user license agreement. This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be transported or used ... be identical to the terms and conditions of license agreements enclosed with this manual or the information contained herein at any machine-readable form without written permission is subject to current retail versions. 2 Refer to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO® computer.