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... Connecting External Speakers ...58 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...60 Connecting a Printer ...62 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...63 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...65 Setting the Password ...66 Setting Up Your Computer with the VAIO Control Center 71 Using the Power Saving Mode...72 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...75 Adding and Removing Memory...76 Precautions ...82 Handling the LCD Screen ...83 Using the Power Source ...84 Handling Your Computer ...85 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...87 Handling Floppy Disks ...88 Handling Discs...
... Connecting External Speakers ...58 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...60 Connecting a Printer ...62 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...63 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...65 Setting the Password ...66 Setting Up Your Computer with the VAIO Control Center 71 Using the Power Saving Mode...72 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...75 Adding and Removing Memory...76 Precautions ...82 Handling the LCD Screen ...83 Using the Power Source ...84 Handling Your Computer ...85 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...87 Handling Floppy Disks ...88 Handling Discs...
User Guide
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To access this manual) - Provides information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your computer must be connected to the Internet. ❑ Specifications - Explains features of your computer. The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your VAIO computer. n7 N Before Use Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this on solving common problems. ✍ To go to web sites described in this manual by clicking their respective URLs beginning...
To access this manual) - Provides information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your computer must be connected to the Internet. ❑ Specifications - Explains features of your computer. The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your VAIO computer. n7 N Before Use Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this on solving common problems. ✍ To go to web sites described in this manual by clicking their respective URLs beginning...
User Guide
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size Memory Stick. *2 Support high-/full-/low- H WIRELESS switch (page 49) *1 Your computer supports both the standard-size Memory Stick and the Duo- Left n 15 N Getting Started A Memory Stick slot*1 (page 38) B Media Access indicator (page 16) C SD memory card slot (page 44) D Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*2 (page 60) E Headphones jack (page 58) F Microphone jack Connect an external microphone. speeds. G Line In jack Connect an external audio device for audio input.
size Memory Stick. *2 Support high-/full-/low- H WIRELESS switch (page 49) *1 Your computer supports both the standard-size Memory Stick and the Duo- Left n 15 N Getting Started A Memory Stick slot*1 (page 38) B Media Access indicator (page 16) C SD memory card slot (page 44) D Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*2 (page 60) E Headphones jack (page 58) F Microphone jack Connect an external microphone. speeds. G Line In jack Connect an external audio device for audio input.
User Guide
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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.
User Guide
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... BD using the VAIO Update. Do not use circular discs. For information on how to connect the computer to the Internet, see Using the Internet (page 47). ! To download and install the updates on the computer, it must be able to play some of 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 available on selected models...
... BD using the VAIO Update. Do not use circular discs. For information on how to connect the computer to the Internet, see Using the Internet (page 47). ! To download and install the updates on the computer, it must be able to play some of 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 available on selected models...
User Guide
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... the type of your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 30) to find out about the supported disc media. The Blu-ray Disc playback function is available on how to Blu-ray Disc Media ! For instructions on selected models only. To play a Blu-ray Disc media 1 Close all running software applications. 2 Insert a Blu-ray Disc media into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on the desktop, click Start, All...
... the type of your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 30) to find out about the supported disc media. The Blu-ray Disc playback function is available on how to Blu-ray Disc Media ! For instructions on selected models only. To play a Blu-ray Disc media 1 Close all running software applications. 2 Insert a Blu-ray Disc media into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on the desktop, click Start, All...
User Guide
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... specifications to turn on selected models only. You can establish wireless communications between these devices without cables at a range of up to set up and using the Bluetooth function, search for Bluetooth information using Windows Help and Support. Be sure to find out whether your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile phone. For setting up the Bluetooth function. n 52 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using...
... specifications to turn on selected models only. You can establish wireless communications between these devices without cables at a range of up to set up and using the Bluetooth function, search for Bluetooth information using Windows Help and Support. Be sure to find out whether your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile phone. For setting up the Bluetooth function. n 52 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using...
User Guide
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... speakers before you turn them on. For the detailed instructions, see the manual that came with your computer. n 58 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting External Speakers You can connect an S/PDIF device such as speakers or headphones, to your S/PDIF device. ! Since your computer. For more information, see How do I change the sound output device. To connect external speakers 1 Plug the speaker cable (1) (not supplied) into the headphones jack (2) i. 2 Plug the other end of the speaker cable to the external speaker (3). 3 Turn...
... speakers before you turn them on. For the detailed instructions, see the manual that came with your computer. n 58 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting External Speakers You can connect an S/PDIF device such as speakers or headphones, to your S/PDIF device. ! Since your computer. For more information, see How do I change the sound output device. To connect external speakers 1 Plug the speaker cable (1) (not supplied) into the headphones jack (2) i. 2 Plug the other end of the speaker cable to the external speaker (3). 3 Turn...
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n 62 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Printer You can connect a USB printer compatible with your version of a USB printer cable (2) (not supplied) into the USB port and the other end to print documents. To connect a printer using the USB port 1 Plug the power cord (1) of your printer. Connecting a Printer Using the USB Port You can connect a Windows-compatible printer to your computer to your printer into an AC outlet. 2 Choose the USB port (3) you prefer to use. 3 Plug one end of Windows to the computer.
n 62 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Printer You can connect a USB printer compatible with your version of a USB printer cable (2) (not supplied) into the USB port and the other end to print documents. To connect a printer using the USB port 1 Plug the power cord (1) of your printer. Connecting a Printer Using the USB Port You can connect a Windows-compatible printer to your computer to your printer into an AC outlet. 2 Choose the USB port (3) you prefer to use. 3 Plug one end of Windows to the computer.
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... remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. 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 Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen appears. To remove the password, leave the Enter New Password...
... remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. 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 Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen appears. To remove the password, leave the Enter New Password...
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... the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen appears. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. If you have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. You can I change the boot device order. Follow these steps: 1 Turn on your desired priority under Boot Priority and press the Enter key. 5 Press the M or m key to select the device to which you have forgotten the power-on password? A reset...
... the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen appears. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. If you have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. You can I change the boot device order. Follow these steps: 1 Turn on your desired priority under Boot Priority and press the Enter key. 5 Press the M or m key to select the device to which you have forgotten the power-on password? A reset...
User Guide
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... volume setting in the audio mixer. ❑ If you are using external speakers, check the volume settings on the speakers and the connections between the speakers and your computer. ❑ Make sure the correct driver software is dirty or damaged, your computer will stop responding. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Maintenance. 3 Click System. Follow these steps: 1 Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and...
... volume setting in the audio mixer. ❑ If you are using external speakers, check the volume settings on the speakers and the connections between the speakers and your computer. ❑ Make sure the correct driver software is dirty or damaged, your computer will stop responding. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Maintenance. 3 Click System. Follow these steps: 1 Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and...
User Guide
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... install the updates on the computer, it with one with an affixed adhesive label could cause a write error or other damage. n 114 N Troubleshooting What should I do if I cannot write data to CD media? ❑ Make sure you neither launch any software application nor allow any to launch automatically, not even a screen saver. ❑ Stop using the keyboard. ❑ If you are using the VAIO Update...
... install the updates on the computer, it with one with an affixed adhesive label could cause a write error or other damage. n 114 N Troubleshooting What should I do if I cannot write data to CD media? ❑ Make sure you neither launch any software application nor allow any to launch automatically, not even a screen saver. ❑ Stop using the keyboard. ❑ If you are using the VAIO Update...
User Guide
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... using the correct DVD recordable media. ❑ Check which DVD recordable format is compatible with your optical disc drive. n 115 N Troubleshooting What should I do not work. Note the possibility that some brands of your optical disc drive supports the Blu-ray Disc writing function. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. ❑ Make sure your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 30) to selected models...
... using the correct DVD recordable media. ❑ Check which DVD recordable format is compatible with your optical disc drive. n 115 N Troubleshooting What should I do not work. Note the possibility that some brands of your optical disc drive supports the Blu-ray Disc writing function. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. ❑ Make sure your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 30) to selected models...
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... computer resumes from Sleep mode, then restart the computer. ❑ If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Windows operating system installed on your computer may need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 6 Click OK. This disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Printer under Hardware and Sound...
... computer resumes from Sleep mode, then restart the computer. ❑ If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Windows operating system installed on your computer may need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 6 Click OK. This disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Printer under Hardware and Sound...
Quick Start Guide
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... the power button until the power indicator light turns on. Click Start, Help and Support, Use my VAIO, and VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. With the recovery discs, you start up your computer for use. LCD Handling Do not exert pressure on porous surfaces, such as a pillow or blanket. This may damage internal components which provides helpful information with the following categories: Get started 1 Check supplied items AC adapter Power cord 2 3 Connect USB keyboard Connect USB mouse 4 Connect AC adapter Plug the keyboard cable...
... the power button until the power indicator light turns on. Click Start, Help and Support, Use my VAIO, and VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. With the recovery discs, you start up your computer for use. LCD Handling Do not exert pressure on porous surfaces, such as a pillow or blanket. This may damage internal components which provides helpful information with the following categories: Get started 1 Check supplied items AC adapter Power cord 2 3 Connect USB keyboard Connect USB mouse 4 Connect AC adapter Plug the keyboard cable...
Safety Information
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... PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR SUCH OTHER INFORMATION. Sony Electronics Inc. Model Number: Serial Number: Notice © 2009 Sony Electronics Inc. Software specifications are located on the bottom or back panel of license agreements enclosed with this manual or the information contained herein at any modification to this product. Reproduction in whole or in part without notice and may not...
... PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR SUCH OTHER INFORMATION. Sony Electronics Inc. Model Number: Serial Number: Notice © 2009 Sony Electronics Inc. Software specifications are located on the bottom or back panel of license agreements enclosed with this manual or the information contained herein at any modification to this product. Reproduction in whole or in part without notice and may not...
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... computer to use wireless LAN on your safety, Sony recommends using wireless LAN near the equipment and shall be found at http://www.sony.com/vaio/. ❑ Do not use a compatible genuine Sony battery pack or AC adapter. See the online specifications sheet for details on hospital premises. and high humidity. ❑ For your installed optical drives. Safety Information and Caution Your computer's installed optical drives may vary, depending on the system configuration...
... computer to use wireless LAN on your safety, Sony recommends using wireless LAN near the equipment and shall be found at http://www.sony.com/vaio/. ❑ Do not use a compatible genuine Sony battery pack or AC adapter. See the online specifications sheet for details on hospital premises. and high humidity. ❑ For your installed optical drives. Safety Information and Caution Your computer's installed optical drives may vary, depending on the system configuration...
Marketing Specifications (Glossy Black)
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... Disc™ optical drive lets you playback6 Blu-ray Disc™ movies in -One Desktop PC, a powerful computer that's built into the back of dedicated video RAM11 . ENDLESS FEATURES The 20.1"7 widescreen display with the VAIO® JS All-in crystal-clear resolution or record5 up to buy additional hardware. Store your peripherals without having to 25-50GB2 of pre-installed system memory. Easy to setup...
... Disc™ optical drive lets you playback6 Blu-ray Disc™ movies in -One Desktop PC, a powerful computer that's built into the back of dedicated video RAM11 . ENDLESS FEATURES The 20.1"7 widescreen display with the VAIO® JS All-in crystal-clear resolution or record5 up to buy additional hardware. Store your peripherals without having to 25-50GB2 of pre-installed system memory. Easy to setup...
Marketing Specifications (Glossy Black)
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... Disc Editor - You can activate the software by Mood VAIO® Media plus - Music by Internet: Internet service charges may require Internet services. 4. CPU speed will work for ninety (90) days after the 60-day trial period, you want to use the software. VGC-JS290J/Q Specifications General Computer Type: Desktop Type of Use: All-in each other. 11. Expansion Slots Multimedia Card Reader: One Memory Stick PRO™ (Standard / Duo) media slot with MagicGate® functionality One Secure Digital (SD memory card) media slot Audio Sound...
... Disc Editor - You can activate the software by Mood VAIO® Media plus - Music by Internet: Internet service charges may require Internet services. 4. CPU speed will work for ninety (90) days after the 60-day trial period, you want to use the software. VGC-JS290J/Q Specifications General Computer Type: Desktop Type of Use: All-in each other. 11. Expansion Slots Multimedia Card Reader: One Memory Stick PRO™ (Standard / Duo) media slot with MagicGate® functionality One Secure Digital (SD memory card) media slot Audio Sound...