User Guide
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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...
User Guide
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... 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. You can find the answers you need. Information about your VAIO computer. 1. VAIO User Guide (This manual) - Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n5 N Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire built-in the form of components connection, set...
... 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. You can find the answers you need. Information about your VAIO computer. 1. VAIO User Guide (This manual) - Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n5 N Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire built-in the form of components connection, set...
User Guide
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... the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is the last 7 digits of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can assist with a Sony certified technician at our site, you may call Sony directly. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the set up of the problem 5.
... the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is the last 7 digits of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can assist with a Sony certified technician at our site, you may call Sony directly. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the set up of the problem 5.
User Guide
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speeds. size Memory Stick. *2 Support high-/full-/low- 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. H WIRELESS switch (page 43) *1 Your computer supports both the standard-size Memory Stick and the Duo- G Line In jack Connect an external audio device for audio input.
speeds. size Memory Stick. *2 Support high-/full-/low- 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. H WIRELESS switch (page 43) *1 Your computer supports both the standard-size Memory Stick and the Duo- G Line In jack Connect an external audio device for audio input.
User Guide
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... unlit, the memory card is running to read from or written to a memory card. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off when this indicator is off when the computer is lit. Getting Started > About the Indicator Lights n 16 N About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Built-in MOTION EYE camera Media Access Disc drive WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in...
... unlit, the memory card is running to read from or written to a memory card. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off when this indicator is off when the computer is lit. Getting Started > About the Indicator Lights n 16 N About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Built-in MOTION EYE camera Media Access Disc drive WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in...
User Guide
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... 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 PR PR PR - - ±R DL/RAM Blu-ray Disc P P P P PR P P PR PR PR PR PR P PR*4 Blu-ray Disc P P P P PR*5 P P PR PR PR PR PR P P Combo *1 The DVD±RW/RAM disc drive on the model you purchased. BD- Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 28 N Supported Disc Media Your computer plays...
... 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 PR PR PR - - ±R DL/RAM Blu-ray Disc P P P P PR P P PR PR PR PR PR P PR*4 Blu-ray Disc P P P P PR*5 P P PR PR PR PR PR P P Combo *1 The DVD±RW/RAM disc drive on the model you purchased. BD- Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 28 N Supported Disc Media Your computer plays...
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.... VAIO computers may not support movie playback on the disc package carefully to play copyright protected Blu-ray Disc media continually, update the AACS key. USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. Region settings are not compliant with your computer's optical disc drives. A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which mates DVD recorded material on one side...
.... VAIO computers may not support movie playback on the disc package carefully to play copyright protected Blu-ray Disc media continually, update the AACS key. USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. Region settings are not compliant with your computer's optical disc drives. A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which mates DVD recorded material on one side...
User Guide
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... sound from the S/PDIF device connected to the OPTICAL OUT port, you need to the port and enhance the sound quality of the speakers before you can connect external sound output devices (not supplied), such as digital headphones or an audio/video amplifier to change the sound output device? (page 112). Turn down the volume of your computer. For the detailed instructions, see the manual that came with a speaker cable (3) (not supplied). Connect external speakers (1) to your computer. Since your computer...
... sound from the S/PDIF device connected to the OPTICAL OUT port, you need to the port and enhance the sound quality of the speakers before you can connect external sound output devices (not supplied), such as digital headphones or an audio/video amplifier to change the sound output device? (page 112). Turn down the volume of your computer. For the detailed instructions, see the manual that came with a speaker cable (3) (not supplied). Connect external speakers (1) to your computer. Since your computer...
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The BIOS setup screen appears. 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 key when the VAIO logo appears. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. The password can be up to 32 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...
The BIOS setup screen appears. 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 key when the VAIO logo appears. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. The password can be up to 32 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...
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... 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 Machine Password, and then press the Enter key. 5 On the password entry screen, enter the current password once and a new password twice, and then press the Enter key. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. 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...
... 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 Machine Password, and then press the Enter key. 5 On the password entry screen, enter the current password once and a new password twice, and then press the Enter key. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. 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...
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... password once and a new password twice, and then press the Enter key. 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 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. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 63 N To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn...
... password once and a new password twice, and then press the Enter key. 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 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. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 63 N To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn...
User Guide
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..., see Finding More about the configuration of memory installed on a computer. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. The type of module and the amount of your computer. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 67 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not...
..., see Finding More about the configuration of memory installed on a computer. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. The type of module and the amount of your computer. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 67 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not...
User Guide
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... BIOS setup screen appears. What should I do if I cannot remember the power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to download. ❑ Make sure you have forgotten the power-on password? If you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. To find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). The optimal graphic performance in this case is...
... BIOS setup screen appears. What should I do if I cannot remember the power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to download. ❑ Make sure you have forgotten the power-on password? If you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. To find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). The optimal graphic performance in this case is...
User Guide
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... computer, do not use the computer for at least one hour. 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. ❑ If a region code warning appears, the disc may need to enable the device or reinstall the driver software. 5 Double-click the optical disc drive device to make sure the region code is installed. Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 102 N ❑ Make...
... computer, do not use the computer for at least one hour. 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. ❑ If a region code warning appears, the disc may need to enable the device or reinstall the driver software. 5 Double-click the optical disc drive device to make sure the region code is installed. Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 102 N ❑ Make...
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... the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on the printer and your computer. ❑ Make 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 computer may need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 6 Click OK. See the manual that...
... the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on the printer and your computer. ❑ Make 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 computer may need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 6 Click OK. See the manual that...
Quick Start Guide
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...; Use my VAIO Troubleshoot my VAIO Click Start , Help and Support, Use my VAIO, and VAIO User Guide. Click Start , All Programs, Windows Update or VAIO Update. Ventilation Place your computer on the LCD. Recovery discs are subject to factory-installed settings in this document may appear different from Help and Support, 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 to your desired USB port on...
...; Use my VAIO Troubleshoot my VAIO Click Start , Help and Support, Use my VAIO, and VAIO User Guide. Click Start , All Programs, Windows Update or VAIO Update. Ventilation Place your computer on the LCD. Recovery discs are subject to factory-installed settings in this document may appear different from Help and Support, 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 to your desired USB port on...
Safety Information
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... OR ERROR-FREE. Record the model and serial numbers in the space provided here, and keep in part without written permission is governed by third parties. Reproduction in whole or in a secure location. This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by the terms of your Sony Service Center. Software specifications are located on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of a separate user license...
... OR ERROR-FREE. Record the model and serial numbers in the space provided here, and keep in part without written permission is governed by third parties. Reproduction in whole or in a secure location. This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by the terms of your Sony Service Center. Software specifications are located on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of a separate user license...
Safety Information
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... easily accessible. ❑ Do not use or store your safety, Sony recommends using wireless LAN near the equipment and shall be sure to heat sources, such as doing so may cause medical devices to malfunction. ❑ Do not use a compatible genuine Sony battery pack or AC adapter. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. ❑ The socket-outlet shall be installed near a pacemaker, make sure...
... easily accessible. ❑ Do not use or store your safety, Sony recommends using wireless LAN near the equipment and shall be sure to heat sources, such as doing so may cause medical devices to malfunction. ❑ Do not use a compatible genuine Sony battery pack or AC adapter. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. ❑ The socket-outlet shall be installed near a pacemaker, make sure...
Marketing Specifications (Silver)
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... Five high-speed USB 2.0 ports and 1 i.LINK® interface10 are automatically done for easy access and let you . Easy to setup and even easier to buy additional hardware. POWERFUL PC PERFORMANCE Enjoy ther performance of an Intel® Pentium® E5200 processor (2.50GHz1 ) with the VAIO® JS All-in -One Easy to love. VGC-JS320J/S VAIO® JS Series All-in -One Desktop PC, a powerful computer that...
... Five high-speed USB 2.0 ports and 1 i.LINK® interface10 are automatically done for easy access and let you . Easy to setup and even easier to buy additional hardware. POWERFUL PC PERFORMANCE Enjoy ther performance of an Intel® Pentium® E5200 processor (2.50GHz1 ) with the VAIO® JS All-in -One Easy to love. VGC-JS320J/S VAIO® JS Series All-in -One Desktop PC, a powerful computer that...
Marketing Specifications (Silver)
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...: 2MB Memory Type: DDR2 Installed: 3GB PC2-6400 (2GBx1 + 1GBx1) Maximum: 3GB Speed: 800MHz Hard Drive Capacity: 320GB2 Speed: 7200rpm Type: Serial ATA Optical Drive CD Support: Read / Write (CD/-R/-RW) DVD Support: Read / Write (DVD±R/±RW/±R DL/-RAM) 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 System: Intel® High Definition Audio with Dolby® Digital Live Speakers...
...: 2MB Memory Type: DDR2 Installed: 3GB PC2-6400 (2GBx1 + 1GBx1) Maximum: 3GB Speed: 800MHz Hard Drive Capacity: 320GB2 Speed: 7200rpm Type: Serial ATA Optical Drive CD Support: Read / Write (CD/-R/-RW) DVD Support: Read / Write (DVD±R/±RW/±R DL/-RAM) 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 System: Intel® High Definition Audio with Dolby® Digital Live Speakers...