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...Setting Up Your Computer 17 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 20 Using the Power Saving Mode 21 Updating Your Computer 23 Using Your VAIO Computer 24 Using the Keyboard 25 Using the Built-in Camera 27 Using the Optical Disc Drive 28 Using "Memory Stick 35 ... Speakers or Headphones ..........56 Connecting a USB Device 57 Connecting an i.LINK Device 59 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 61 Setting the Password 62 Using the VAIO Control Center 67 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 68 Adding and Removing Memory 69 Precautions 75 Safety Information 76 Care and Maintenance Information 77...
...Setting Up Your Computer 17 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 20 Using the Power Saving Mode 21 Updating Your Computer 23 Using Your VAIO Computer 24 Using the Keyboard 25 Using the Built-in Camera 27 Using the Optical Disc Drive 28 Using "Memory Stick 35 ... Speakers or Headphones ..........56 Connecting a USB Device 57 Connecting an i.LINK Device 59 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 61 Setting the Password 62 Using the VAIO Control Center 67 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 68 Adding and Removing Memory 69 Precautions 75 Safety Information 76 Care and Maintenance Information 77...
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...to find out about the configuration of your computer, visit the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin ...American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the...
...to find out about the configuration of your computer, visit the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin ...American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the...
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...) - You can find the answers you need. Safety guidelines and owner information. 2. Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. An overview of VAIO tutorials, how-to articles, the VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software information. To access Help and Support: 1 Click Start...
...) - You can find the answers you need. Safety guidelines and owner information. 2. Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. An overview of VAIO tutorials, how-to articles, the VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software information. To access Help and Support: 1 Click Start...
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... computer. May be available on your computer. See the specifications to access the help files from the help files - Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help -
... computer. May be available on your computer. See the specifications to access the help files from the help files - Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help -
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...Microsoft customer support at http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n7 N 3. Support Web Sites ❑ Sony online support web site The Sony online support web site provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems. Type a description... the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online. ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport...
...Microsoft customer support at http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n7 N 3. Support Web Sites ❑ Sony online support web site The Sony online support web site provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems. Type a description... the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online. ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport...
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... Center If you do not find the information you are looking for your VAIO PC. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of the problem 5. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at www.sonystyle.com/... number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your Sony VAIO computer. You can assist with a Sony certified technician at the lower right corner of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. Visit the web site at our site, you might need...
... Center If you do not find the information you are looking for your VAIO PC. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of the problem 5. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at www.sonystyle.com/... number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your Sony VAIO computer. You can assist with a Sony certified technician at the lower right corner of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. Visit the web site at our site, you might need...
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...) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 20) ❑ Using the Power Saving Mode (page 21) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 23) Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your...
...) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 20) ❑ Using the Power Saving Mode (page 21) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 23) Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your...
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Your computer must be connected to the Internet to VAIO Web Support and then follow the on-screen instructions. ! Getting Started > Updating Your Computer n 23 N Updating Your Computer Be sure 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 Go to download the updates.
Your computer must be connected to the Internet to VAIO Web Support and then follow the on-screen instructions. ! Getting Started > Updating Your Computer n 23 N Updating Your Computer Be sure 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 Go to download the updates.
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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 25) ❑ Using the Built-in Camera (page 27) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 28) ❑ Using "Memory Stick" (page 35) ❑ Using Other Modules / Memory Cards (page 41) ❑ Using the Internet (page 45) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 46) ❑ Using the Wireless LAN (page 47) ❑ Using the Bluetooth Function (page 50) n 24 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 25) ❑ Using the Built-in Camera (page 27) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 28) ❑ Using "Memory Stick" (page 35) ❑ Using Other Modules / Memory Cards (page 41) ❑ Using the Internet (page 45) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 46) ❑ Using the Wireless LAN (page 47) ❑ Using the Bluetooth Function (page 50) n 24 N
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 25 N Using the Keyboard A USB keyboard is assigned to the button by ...included with the Fn key. The task associated with each function key varies among software applications except the following combinations with the VAIO Control Center for the lower level of the LCD screen. Fn+F6: Increases lighting intensity of an image or a document... to make the view look bigger and closer (zoom in). The keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with the VAIO Control Center. A Function keys Perform certain tasks. For details on some software.
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 25 N Using the Keyboard A USB keyboard is assigned to the button by ...included with the Fn key. The task associated with each function key varies among software applications except the following combinations with the VAIO Control Center for the lower level of the LCD screen. Fn+F6: Increases lighting intensity of an image or a document... to make the view look bigger and closer (zoom in). The keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with the VAIO Control Center. A Function keys Perform certain tasks. For details on some software.
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... volume. K Indicator lights (Num Lk): Turns on while in the Num Lock state. (Caps Lock): Turns on while in the Scroll Lock state. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 26 N E Muting button Turns the volume on and off. G Windows key Displays the Start menu.
... volume. K Indicator lights (Num Lk): Turns on while in the Num Lock state. (Caps Lock): Turns on while in the Scroll Lock state. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 26 N E Muting button Turns the volume on and off. G Windows key Displays the Start menu.
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... the low light or low light compensation option in the main window. For detailed information on the computer activates the built-in camera. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Built-in Camera n 27 N Using the Built-in Camera Your computer is equipped with a built-in camera. Launching or exiting your desired...
... the low light or low light compensation option in the main window. For detailed information on the computer activates the built-in camera. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Built-in Camera n 27 N Using the Built-in Camera Your computer is equipped with a built-in camera. Launching or exiting your desired...
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.... The drive tray slides out. 3 Hold the back of your computer. See the specifications to find out about the configuration 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 open the... drive. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 28 N Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with the label side facing toward you, and gently...
.... The drive tray slides out. 3 Hold the back of your computer. See the specifications to find out about the configuration 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 open the... drive. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 28 N Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with the label side facing toward you, and gently...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 29 N ! Be sure to bring the computer back into Normal mode before removing the disc. Do not remove the optical disc while 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. Do not exert pressure on the drive tray.
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 29 N ! Be sure to bring the computer back into Normal mode before removing the disc. Do not remove the optical disc while 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. Do not exert pressure on the drive tray.
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... supported. See the reference chart below to Ultra Speed CD-RW discs is not supported. DVD-R/ DVD+R/ DVD+R DL DVD-R DL DVD- BD- Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 30 N Supported Disc Media Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depending on...
... supported. See the reference chart below to Ultra Speed CD-RW discs is not supported. DVD-R/ DVD+R/ DVD+R DL DVD-R DL DVD- BD- Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 30 N Supported Disc Media Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depending on...
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...you output video signals through digital connections, such as it is not possible. USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. Exit all memory-resident utility software before playing or writing a disc as an HDMI... for optimum compatibility and viewing quality. DualDiscs and some contents on packaged media recorded in AVC or VC1 formats at high bit rates. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of the recordable disc. ✍ 8 cm disc writing is designed to malfunction. The AACS key update ...
...you output video signals through digital connections, such as it is not possible. USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. Exit all memory-resident utility software before playing or writing a disc as an HDMI... for optimum compatibility and viewing quality. DualDiscs and some contents on packaged media recorded in AVC or VC1 formats at high bit rates. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of the recordable disc. ✍ 8 cm disc writing is designed to malfunction. The AACS key update ...
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...as this may damage the optical disc drive. ❑ Do not strike or shake your computer is writing data to a disc. Do not use the VAIO Update, see Updating Your Computer (page 23). ❑ Depending on system environment, you should follow these recommendations: ❑ Some CD players and computer ... playing discs To achieve optimum performance of the Blu-ray Disc contents on writing data to a disc ❑ Only use circular discs. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 32 N Notes on Using the Optical Disc Drive Notes on your computer, or the computer may become ...
...as this may damage the optical disc drive. ❑ Do not strike or shake your computer is writing data to a disc. Do not use the VAIO Update, see Updating Your Computer (page 23). ❑ Depending on system environment, you should follow these recommendations: ❑ Some CD players and computer ... playing discs To achieve optimum performance of the Blu-ray Disc contents on writing data to a disc ❑ Only use circular discs. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 32 N Notes on Using the Optical Disc Drive Notes on your computer, or the computer may become ...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 33 N Notes on region codes Region code indicators are labeled on the discs or packages to indicate in most regions of player you cannot play the disc. If the region code for your residence area is different from the label, you can play the disc on what type of the world. If the region code indicates "all," you can play this disc in which region and on your computer.
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 33 N Notes on region codes Region code indicators are labeled on the discs or packages to indicate in most regions of player you cannot play the disc. If the region code for your residence area is different from the label, you can play the disc on what type of the world. If the region code indicates "all," you can play this disc in which region and on your computer.
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... To copy files to use the software, see the help file included with the software. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 34 N Playing Discs To play the disc. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and your desired disc burning software to copy files to play a disc... copying files to a disc. 2 If nothing appears on how to use the software, see the help file included with the software. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and your desired software to the disc.
... To copy files to use the software, see the help file included with the software. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 34 N Playing Discs To play the disc. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and your desired disc burning software to copy files to play a disc... copying files to a disc. 2 If nothing appears on how to use the software, see the help file included with the software. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and your desired software to the disc.
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... media: ❑ "Memory Stick" ❑ "Memory Stick Duo" ❑ "Memory Stick PRO" ❑ "Memory Stick PRO Duo" ❑ "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 35 N Using "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" is removable, it is a compact, portable, and versatile IC recording media especially designed for external...
... media: ❑ "Memory Stick" ❑ "Memory Stick Duo" ❑ "Memory Stick PRO" ❑ "Memory Stick PRO Duo" ❑ "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 35 N Using "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" is removable, it is a compact, portable, and versatile IC recording media especially designed for external...