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... 25 Using the Optical Disc Drive 26 Using the Memory Stick 33 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 38 Using the Internet 41 Using the Network (LAN 42 Using the Wireless LAN 43 Using the Bluetooth Function 47 Using Peripheral Devices 52 Connecting External Speakers or Headphones ..........53 Connecting a USB Device 54 Connecting an i.LINK Device 56 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 58 Setting the Password 59 Using the VAIO Control Center 64 Using the Power Saving Mode 65 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 67 Adding and Removing Memory 68 Precautions 74 Handling the LCD Screen 75 Using...
... 25 Using the Optical Disc Drive 26 Using the Memory Stick 33 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 38 Using the Internet 41 Using the Network (LAN 42 Using the Wireless LAN 43 Using the Bluetooth Function 47 Using Peripheral Devices 52 Connecting External Speakers or Headphones ..........53 Connecting a USB Device 54 Connecting an i.LINK Device 56 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 58 Setting the Password 59 Using the VAIO Control Center 64 Using the Power Saving Mode 65 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 67 Adding and Removing Memory 68 Precautions 74 Handling the LCD Screen 75 Using...
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... restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire built-in the form of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Safety Information - Safety guidelines and owner information. 2. Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer, and creating recovery discs and more. An overview of VAIO tutorials, how-to find useful documentation such as below: - To access...
... restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire built-in the form of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Safety Information - Safety guidelines and owner information. 2. Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer, and creating recovery discs and more. An overview of VAIO tutorials, how-to find useful documentation such as below: - To access...
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... display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can assist with a Sony certified technician at a U.S. You can find the contact numbers on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your Sony VAIO computer. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the set up of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony...
... display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can assist with a Sony certified technician at a U.S. You can find the contact numbers on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your Sony VAIO computer. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the set up of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony...
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H WIRELESS switch (page 43) *1 Your computer supports both the standard-size Memory Stick and the Duo- speeds. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Left n 15 N A Memory Stick slot*1 (page 33) B Media Access indicator (page 16) C SD memory card slot (page 38) D Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*2 (page 54) E Headphones jack (page 53) F Microphone jack Connect an external microphone. size Memory Stick. *2 Support high-/full-/low- G Line In jack Connect an external audio device for audio input.
H WIRELESS switch (page 43) *1 Your computer supports both the standard-size Memory Stick and the Duo- speeds. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Left n 15 N A Memory Stick slot*1 (page 33) B Media Access indicator (page 16) C SD memory card slot (page 38) D Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*2 (page 54) E Headphones jack (page 53) F Microphone jack Connect an external microphone. size Memory Stick. *2 Support high-/full-/low- G Line In jack Connect an external audio device for audio input.
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... indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Built-in MOTION EYE camera Media Access Disc drive WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in green when the computer is on, illuminates in orange while the computer is in Sleep mode, and turns off when the computer is running to read from or written to a memory card. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off . Illuminates when one or more wireless options are enabled...
... indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Built-in MOTION EYE camera Media Access Disc drive WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in green when the computer is on, illuminates in orange while the computer is in Sleep mode, and turns off when the computer is running to read from or written to a memory card. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off . Illuminates when one or more wireless options are enabled...
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... playable or recordable CD- BD- DVD-RAM Version 2.2/12X-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 5.0 disc is not supported. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 28 N Supported Disc Media Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depending on your computer does not support the DVD-RAM cartridge. DVD-R/ DVD+R/ DVD+R DL DVD-R DL DVD- ROM CD CD Extra RW ROM Video RW RW (Double (Dual RAM*1 *2 ROM Layer) Layer) BD-R/RE*3 DVD±RW/ P P P P PR P P PR PR...
... playable or recordable CD- BD- DVD-RAM Version 2.2/12X-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 5.0 disc is not supported. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 28 N Supported Disc Media Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depending on your computer does not support the DVD-RAM cartridge. DVD-R/ DVD+R/ DVD+R DL DVD-R DL DVD- ROM CD CD Extra RW ROM Video RW RW (Double (Dual RAM*1 *2 ROM Layer) Layer) BD-R/RE*3 DVD±RW/ P P P P PR P P PR PR...
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... environment be implemented for use memory-resident utility software when playing or writing a disc. Region settings are not compliant with discs that conform to check both playback and recording compatibility with your computer's optical disc drives. This may not support movie playback on DVD and BD-ROM Disc media. To play copyright protected Blu-ray Disc media continually, update the AACS key. For inquiries about disc formats, contact the individual...
... environment be implemented for use memory-resident utility software when playing or writing a disc. Region settings are not compliant with discs that conform to check both playback and recording compatibility with your computer's optical disc drives. This may not support movie playback on DVD and BD-ROM Disc media. To play copyright protected Blu-ray Disc media continually, update the AACS key. For inquiries about disc formats, contact the individual...
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... DVD+R DL, DVD-R DL, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, or DVD-RAM media. ❑ You may not be able to play such contents normally, download and install the latest updates for the WinDVD BD using the VAIO Update. For information on how to a disc. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 30 N Notes on Using the Optical Disc Drive Notes on writing data to a disc. ❑ Do not plug or unplug the AC adapter while the optical disc drive...
... DVD+R DL, DVD-R DL, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, or DVD-RAM media. ❑ You may not be able to play such contents normally, download and install the latest updates for the WinDVD BD using the VAIO Update. For information on how to a disc. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 30 N Notes on Using the Optical Disc Drive Notes on writing data to a disc. ❑ Do not plug or unplug the AC adapter while the optical disc drive...
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... telephone) - Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Network (LAN) n 42 N Using the Network (LAN) You can be connected to the network with an Ethernet network cable. For detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the network, ask your network administrator. ✍ Your computer can connect your computer. Public telephone subscriber line - Private branch exchange (PBX) Do not plug a telephone cable into the network (Ethernet) port on the back of a network cable (not supplied) to the network (Ethernet) port on your...
... telephone) - Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Network (LAN) n 42 N Using the Network (LAN) You can be connected to the network with an Ethernet network cable. For detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the network, ask your network administrator. ✍ Your computer can connect your computer. Public telephone subscriber line - Private branch exchange (PBX) Do not plug a telephone cable into the network (Ethernet) port on the back of a network cable (not supplied) to the network (Ethernet) port on your...
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... connect external sound output devices (not supplied), such as digital headphones or an audio/video amplifier to the port and enhance the sound quality of your computer. For the detailed instructions, see the manual that came with a speaker cable (3) (not supplied). To connect external speakers ✍ Make sure your S/PDIF device. ! Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting External Speakers or Headphones n 53 N Connecting External Speakers or Headphones You can connect an S/PDIF device such as speakers or headphones, to your computer. Connect external speakers (1) to change...
... connect external sound output devices (not supplied), such as digital headphones or an audio/video amplifier to the port and enhance the sound quality of your computer. For the detailed instructions, see the manual that came with a speaker cable (3) (not supplied). To connect external speakers ✍ Make sure your S/PDIF device. ! Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting External Speakers or Headphones n 53 N Connecting External Speakers or Headphones You can connect an S/PDIF device such as speakers or headphones, to your computer. Connect external speakers (1) to change...
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See the manual that came with the device. ❑ To protect your version of Windows to print documents. ❑ For information on how to remove a USB device, see the manual that came with USB devices connected, avoid exposing the USB ports to use . Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting a USB Device n 55 N Notes on connecting a USB device ❑ You may need to install the driver software supplied with your USB device before use a USB printer compatible with your computer and/or USB devices from damage...
See the manual that came with the device. ❑ To protect your version of Windows to print documents. ❑ For information on how to remove a USB device, see the manual that came with USB devices connected, avoid exposing the USB ports to use . Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting a USB Device n 55 N Notes on connecting a USB device ❑ You may need to install the driver software supplied with your USB device before use a USB printer compatible with your computer and/or USB devices from damage...
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... video camcorder. ✍ i.LINK is not fully guaranteed. ❑ The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on operating conditions and proper connection. compatible devices you use to an external device. The procedure to establish an i.LINK connection may not be sure to connect it to a power source. ❑ The i.LINK port supports transfer rates up to your software for example, an HDD or a CD-RW drive) before...
... video camcorder. ✍ i.LINK is not fully guaranteed. ❑ The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on operating conditions and proper connection. compatible devices you use to an external device. The procedure to establish an i.LINK connection may not be sure to connect it to a power source. ❑ The i.LINK port supports transfer rates up to your software for example, an HDD or a CD-RW drive) before...
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... alphanumeric characters (including spaces) long. 5 Select Password when Power On under Security and press 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. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 60 N To add the power-on password (machine password) 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the F2...
... alphanumeric characters (including spaces) long. 5 Select Password when Power On under Security and press 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. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 60 N To add the power-on password (machine password) 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the F2...
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Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 62 N 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. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 3 Enter the machine password and press the Enter key. 4 Press the < or , key to select Security to select Exit...
Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 62 N 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. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 3 Enter the machine password and press the Enter key. 4 Press the < or , key to select Security to select Exit...
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... Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 63 N To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. To remove the password, leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank and press the Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key to display the Security tab, select Set User Password, and...
... Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 63 N To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. To remove the password, leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank and press the Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key to display the Security tab, select Set User Password, and...
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.... To activate Sleep mode Click Start, the arrow next to place the computer into a low power consumption mode. You will turn off automatically. To 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 the Lock button, and Sleep. ✍ Alternatively, you can change the Sleep mode settings. If the computer is in storage device(s) and the CPU into Sleep mode and click...
.... To activate Sleep mode Click Start, the arrow next to place the computer into a low power consumption mode. You will turn off automatically. To 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 the Lock button, and Sleep. ✍ Alternatively, you can change the Sleep mode settings. If the computer is in storage device(s) and the CPU into Sleep mode and click...
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... module and the amount of memory installed on your computer may differ depending on the model you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. See the specifications to find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about the configuration of the warranty during your product warranty...
... module and the amount of memory installed on your computer may differ depending on the model you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. See the specifications to find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about the configuration of the warranty during your product warranty...
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... you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. A reset fee will be charged. You can I cannot remember the power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to reset it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the web site of the BIOS functions to select your computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. The BIOS setup screen appears. If...
... you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. A reset fee will be charged. You can I cannot remember the power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to reset it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the web site of the BIOS functions to select your computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. The BIOS setup screen appears. If...
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... label is in the left pane. Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 102 N ❑ Make sure the correct driver software is compatible with the optical disc drive. ❑ If you notice condensation on the listed device, you may be incompatible with the optical disc drive. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager in the optical disc drive and damage the drive or cause it to malfunction. ❑...
... label is in the left pane. Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 102 N ❑ Make sure the correct driver software is compatible with the optical disc drive. ❑ If you notice condensation on the listed device, you may be incompatible with the optical disc drive. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager in the optical disc drive and damage the drive or cause it to malfunction. ❑...
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..., 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. 3 Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 4 Click the Ports tab. 5 Click to install the printer driver software before you use your printer. Troubleshooting > Printing n 106 N Printing What should I do if I cannot print a document? ❑ Make sure your printer is on...
..., 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. 3 Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 4 Click the Ports tab. 5 Click to install the printer driver software before you use your printer. Troubleshooting > Printing n 106 N Printing What should I do if I cannot print a document? ❑ Make sure your printer is on...