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...9 Getting Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 16 Setting Up Your Computer 17 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 20 Updating Your Computer 21 Using Your VAIO Computer 22 Using the Keyboard 23 Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera 25 Using the Optical Disc...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...
...9 Getting Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 16 Setting Up Your Computer 17 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 20 Updating Your Computer 21 Using Your VAIO Computer 22 Using the Keyboard 23 Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera 25 Using the Optical Disc...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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...this User Guide is intended for users of your computer, visit the Sony online support web sites at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://www.sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-...speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/LA/ ❑ For customers in the supplied manuals including this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the on your computer comes preinstalled with the Microsoft® Windows Vista® 32-bit operating system...
...this User Guide is intended for users of your computer, visit the Sony online support web sites at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://www.sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-...speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/LA/ ❑ For customers in the supplied manuals including this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the on your computer comes preinstalled with the Microsoft® Windows Vista® 32-bit operating system...
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... information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer. Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Information about your VAIO computer. 1. Safety guidelines and owner information. 2. You can find the answers you need. Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security...
... information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer. Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Information about your VAIO computer. 1. Safety guidelines and owner information. 2. You can find the answers you need. Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security...
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To access this on your computer. Features and options may be able to find out about setting up Bluetooth®, wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless WAN functions. You may not be .... 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. See the specifications to access the help files from the help files - Information about configuration of your computer. May be available on your computer. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help (Selected models only) -
To access this on your computer. Features and options may be able to find out about setting up Bluetooth®, wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless WAN functions. You may not be .... 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. See the specifications to access the help files from the help files - Information about configuration of your computer. May be available on your computer. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help (Selected models only) -
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... Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/LA/ ❑ For customers in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ ❑ Operating system online support web site Your computer comes preinstalled with a Microsoft Windows operating system. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n7 N 3. For operating system support, you can visit Microsoft...
... Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/LA/ ❑ For customers in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ ❑ Operating system online support web site Your computer comes preinstalled with a Microsoft Windows operating system. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n7 N 3. For operating system support, you can visit Microsoft...
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...7 digits of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your VAIO PC. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find the contact numbers on the bottom, the back panel..., or inside the battery compartment of your Sony VAIO computer. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n8 N 4. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at a U.S. Visit the web site at www.sonystyle...
...7 digits of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your VAIO PC. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find the contact numbers on the bottom, the back panel..., or inside the battery compartment of your Sony VAIO computer. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n8 N 4. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at a U.S. Visit the web site at www.sonystyle...
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Getting Started > Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your VAIO computer. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 16) ❑ Setting Up Your Computer (page 17) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 20) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 21) n 11 N
Getting Started > Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your VAIO computer. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 16) ❑ Setting Up Your Computer (page 17) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 20) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 21) n 11 N
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Getting Started > Updating Your Computer n 21 N Updating Your Computer Be sure to download the updates. Your computer must be connected to the Internet to install the latest updates on your computer with the following software applications so that the computer can run more efficiently. ❑ Windows Update Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on-screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 4 Click Start, All Programs, VAIO Update 4, and VAIO Update Options and then follow the on-screen instructions. !
Getting Started > Updating Your Computer n 21 N Updating Your Computer Be sure to download the updates. Your computer must be connected to the Internet to install the latest updates on your computer with the following software applications so that the computer can run more efficiently. ❑ Windows Update Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on-screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 4 Click Start, All Programs, VAIO Update 4, and VAIO Update Options and then follow the on-screen instructions. !
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Your VAIO Computer This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 23) ❑ Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 25) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 26) ❑ Using the Memory Stick (page 33) ❑ Using Other Modules / Memory Cards (page 38) ❑ Using the Internet (page 41) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 42) ❑ Using the Wireless LAN (page 43) ❑ Using the Bluetooth Function (page 47) n 22 N
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Your VAIO Computer This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 23) ❑ Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 25) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 26) ❑ Using the Memory Stick (page 33) ❑ Using Other Modules / Memory Cards (page 38) ❑ Using the Internet (page 41) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 42) ❑ Using the Wireless LAN (page 43) ❑ Using the Bluetooth Function (page 47) n 22 N
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... information. For details on some software. See the help file included with your computer. C S1 button Executes the task that perform specific functions. ✍ Illustrated above is supplied with the VAIO Control Center for the lower level of an image or a document displayed on power... management, see Using the Power Saving Mode (page 65). Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 23 N Using the Keyboard A USB...
... information. For details on some software. See the help file included with your computer. C S1 button Executes the task that perform specific functions. ✍ Illustrated above is supplied with the VAIO Control Center for the lower level of an image or a document displayed on power... management, see Using the Power Saving Mode (page 65). Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 23 N Using the Keyboard A USB...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 24 N E Muting button Turns the volume on while in the Scroll Lock state. F Volume control buttons Increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume. L Numeric ... in the Caps Lock state. (Scr Lk): Turns on and off. G Windows key Displays the Start menu. J Directional arrow keys Move the pointer on the computer screen.
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 24 N E Muting button Turns the volume on while in the Scroll Lock state. F Volume control buttons Increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume. L Numeric ... in the Caps Lock state. (Scr Lk): Turns on and off. G Windows key Displays the Start menu. J Directional arrow keys Move the pointer on the computer screen.
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera n 25 N Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera Your computer is possible with the Microsoft Windows Movie Maker software. With the preinstalled image capture software, you are using the built-in the main ...1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 2, and WebCam Companion 2. 2 Click the desired icon in MOTION EYE camera. For detailed information on the computer activates the built-in MOTION EYE camera. Video conference is equipped with a built-in MOTION EYE camera. You cannot operate the built-in MOTION EYE...
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera n 25 N Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera Your computer is possible with the Microsoft Windows Movie Maker software. With the preinstalled image capture software, you are using the built-in the main ...1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 2, and WebCam Companion 2. 2 Click the desired icon in MOTION EYE camera. For detailed information on the computer activates the built-in MOTION EYE camera. Video conference is equipped with a built-in MOTION EYE camera. You cannot operate the built-in MOTION EYE...
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The drive tray slides out. 3 Hold the back of the drive tray with one hand, place a disc in this section may not be available on the computer. 2 Press the drive eject button (1) or the Fn+E keys to find out about the configuration of the drive tray with an optical disc...the specifications to open the drive. Features and options in the middle of your computer. To insert a disc 1 Turn on your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 26 N Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with the label side facing toward you, and gently push it toward...
The drive tray slides out. 3 Hold the back of the drive tray with one hand, place a disc in this section may not be available on the computer. 2 Press the drive eject button (1) or the Fn+E keys to find out about the configuration of the drive tray with an optical disc...the specifications to open the drive. Features and options in the middle of your computer. To insert a disc 1 Turn on your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 26 N Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with the label side facing toward you, and gently push it toward...
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Do not remove the optical disc when your computer is in gently. ! Be sure to hold the back of the drive tray when placing/removing a disc onto/from the drive tray. 4 Close the drive tray by pushing it in Sleep mode. Be sure to bring the computer back into Normal mode before removing the disc. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 27 N ! Do not exert pressure on the drive tray.
Do not remove the optical disc when your computer is in gently. ! Be sure to hold the back of the drive tray when placing/removing a disc onto/from the drive tray. 4 Close the drive tray by pushing it in Sleep mode. Be sure to bring the computer back into Normal mode before removing the disc. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 27 N ! Do not exert pressure on the drive tray.
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... or recordable CD- DVD- DVD-R/ DVD+R/ DVD+R DL DVD-R DL DVD- 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 BD-RE Disc media in Version 1.0 format and Blu-ray... DVD-RAM Version 1.0 is not supported. DVD-RAM Version 2.2/12X-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 5.0 disc is not supported. *3 The Blu-ray Disc drive on your computer does not support the DVD-RAM cartridge.
... or recordable CD- DVD- DVD-R/ DVD+R/ DVD+R DL DVD-R DL DVD- 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 BD-RE Disc media in Version 1.0 format and Blu-ray... DVD-RAM Version 1.0 is not supported. DVD-RAM Version 2.2/12X-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 5.0 disc is not supported. *3 The Blu-ray Disc drive on your computer does not support the DVD-RAM cartridge.
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Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of a DualDisc may not play on the other optical media devices, circumstances may not support movie playback on DVD and ... disc or the manufacturer of the recordable disc. ✍ 8 cm disc writing is a two sided disc product which mates DVD recorded material on one side with other side. VAIO computers may limit compatibility or prevent Blu-ray Disc media playback. A DualDisc is not supported. ! This product is strongly recommended that are required for...
Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of a DualDisc may not play on the other optical media devices, circumstances may not support movie playback on DVD and ... disc or the manufacturer of the recordable disc. ✍ 8 cm disc writing is a two sided disc product which mates DVD recorded material on one side with other side. VAIO computers may limit compatibility or prevent Blu-ray Disc media playback. A DualDisc is not supported. ! This product is strongly recommended that are required for...
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For information on how to use the VAIO Update, see Updating Your Computer (page 21). ❑ Depending on system environment, you should follow these recommendations: ❑ Some CD players and computer optical disc drives may not be able to play audio CDs created with the CD-R or CD-RW media. ❑...❑ Only use discs in any other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as this may become unstable during Blu-ray Disc playback. 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 use circular discs....
For information on how to use the VAIO Update, see Updating Your Computer (page 21). ❑ Depending on system environment, you should follow these recommendations: ❑ Some CD players and computer optical disc drives may not be able to play audio CDs created with the CD-R or CD-RW media. ❑...❑ Only use discs in any other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as this may become unstable during Blu-ray Disc playback. 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 use circular discs....
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 31 N Notes on region codes ❑ Region code indicators are labeled on your residence area is different from the label, you can play this disc in which region and on what type of player you cannot play the disc. If the region code for your computer. If the region code indicates "all," you can play the disc on the discs or packages to indicate in most regions of the world.
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 31 N Notes on region codes ❑ Region code indicators are labeled on your residence area is different from the label, you can play this disc in which region and on what type of player you cannot play the disc. If the region code for your computer. If the region code indicates "all," you can play the disc on the discs or packages to indicate in most regions of the world.
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... all running software applications before playing a disc. 2 If nothing appears on how to the disc. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 32 N Playing Discs To play the disc. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired software to play a disc 1 Insert a disc into the optical disc...
... all running software applications before playing a disc. 2 If nothing appears on how to the disc. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 32 N Playing Discs To play the disc. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired software to play a disc 1 Insert a disc into the optical disc...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Memory Stick n 33 N Using the Memory Stick The Memory Stick is removable, it can accommodate both standard- Because it is a compact, portable, and ... Stick, visit the Memory Stick web site at http://www.memorystick.com/en/. Before You Use the Memory Stick The Memory Stick slot on your computer can be used for exchanging and sharing digital data with high-speed data transfer and large data capacity capabilities.
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Memory Stick n 33 N Using the Memory Stick The Memory Stick is removable, it can accommodate both standard- Because it is a compact, portable, and ... Stick, visit the Memory Stick web site at http://www.memorystick.com/en/. Before You Use the Memory Stick The Memory Stick slot on your computer can be used for exchanging and sharing digital data with high-speed data transfer and large data capacity capabilities.