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... Congratulations on your purchase of your computer. External views illustrated in this manual may not be available on -screen User Guide. To find specifications Some features, options, and supplied items may look slightly different from those of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the on your computer, visit the Sony online support web site at...
... Congratulations on your purchase of your computer. External views illustrated in this manual may not be available on -screen User Guide. To find specifications Some features, options, and supplied items may look slightly different from those of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the on your computer, visit the Sony online support web site at...
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... and technical assistance for your VAIO computer, and creating recovery discs and more. Information about your VAIO computer. 1. Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer. To access Help and Support... Documentation ❑ Help and Support - Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Get started with my VAIO Get help in storage device to find useful documentation ...
... and technical assistance for your VAIO computer, and creating recovery discs and more. Information about your VAIO computer. 1. Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer. To access Help and Support... Documentation ❑ Help and Support - Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Get started with my VAIO Get help in storage device to find useful documentation ...
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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Right A Optical disc drive (page 28) B Manual eject hole (page 102) C Drive eject button (page 28) n 14 N
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Right A Optical disc drive (page 28) B Manual eject hole (page 102) C Drive eject button (page 28) n 14 N
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 45 N Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you need to set up For detailed information on connection setups and modem configuration, see the manual that came with your computer to the Internet using the Internet, you need to ...connect an external modem device, for Internet access and how to connect your computer to the Internet, ask your ISP. ✍ To...
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 45 N Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you need to set up For detailed information on connection setups and modem configuration, see the manual that came with your computer to the Internet using the Internet, you need to ...connect an external modem device, for Internet access and how to connect your computer to the Internet, ask your ISP. ✍ To...
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..., see How do I change the sound output device. For the detailed instructions, see the manual that came with a speaker cable (3) (not supplied). Turn down the volume of your computer. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting External Speakers or Headphones n 56 N Connecting External Speakers or Headphones... You can connect an S/PDIF device such as speakers or headphones, to your computer. Since your computer is capable of outputting digital signals through the OPTICAL OUT port, you can connect external sound output devices (not supplied), ...
..., see How do I change the sound output device. For the detailed instructions, see the manual that came with a speaker cable (3) (not supplied). Turn down the volume of your computer. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting External Speakers or Headphones n 56 N Connecting External Speakers or Headphones... You can connect an S/PDIF device such as speakers or headphones, to your computer. Since your computer is capable of outputting digital signals through the OPTICAL OUT port, you can connect external sound output devices (not supplied), ...
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... 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, observe the following: ❑ When moving the computer with the USB device for more information. ❑ Be sure to shock or impact. ❑ Do ...not put the computer into a bag or carrying case when it has USB devices connected. See the manual that came with the device. ❑ To protect your version of Windows to print documents. ❑ For ...
... 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, observe the following: ❑ When moving the computer with the USB device for more information. ❑ Be sure to shock or impact. ❑ Do ...not put the computer into a bag or carrying case when it has USB devices connected. See the manual that came with the device. ❑ To protect your version of Windows to print documents. ❑ For ...
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...their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. See the manual that came with your computer. However, the actual transfer rate depends on the transfer rate of Sony Corporation used only to 400 Mbps. See the manual that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. The procedure... to designate that came with other . Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an i.LINK Device n 59 N Connecting an i.LINK Device Your computer is equipped with an i.LINK port which you can communicate with each other compatible devices is not fully guaranteed. ❑ The i.LINK...
...their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. See the manual that came with your computer. However, the actual transfer rate depends on the transfer rate of Sony Corporation used only to 400 Mbps. See the manual that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. The procedure... to designate that came with other . Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an i.LINK Device n 59 N Connecting an i.LINK Device Your computer is equipped with an i.LINK port which you can communicate with each other compatible devices is not fully guaranteed. ❑ The i.LINK...
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Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an i.LINK Device n 60 N Connecting a Digital Video Camcorder To connect a digital video camcorder Plug one end of "Memory Stick" in the digital video camcorder via an i.LINK connection. See the manual that came with the device for more information. You cannot access the contents of an i.LINK cable (1) (not supplied) into the i.LINK port (2) on the computer and the other end into the DV In/ Out port (3) on the digital video camcorder. ✍ The connection procedure varies depending on your compatible i.LINK device.
Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an i.LINK Device n 60 N Connecting a Digital Video Camcorder To connect a digital video camcorder Plug one end of "Memory Stick" in the digital video camcorder via an i.LINK connection. See the manual that came with the device for more information. You cannot access the contents of an i.LINK cable (1) (not supplied) into the i.LINK port (2) on the computer and the other end into the DV In/ Out port (3) on the digital video camcorder. ✍ The connection procedure varies depending on your compatible i.LINK device.
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...on how many other devices are connected to one another. ❑ Place your computer away from obstacles or move any other access points, change the access point channel. Follow the steps in a communication failure. See the manual that came with your access point for more... information. ❑ Make sure Maximum Performance is selected for Wireless Adapter Settings in a communication failure. See the manual that came with your computer is properly configured for Internet access. ❑ Make sure Maximum Performance is affected by distance and obstructions between devices...
...on how many other devices are connected to one another. ❑ Place your computer away from obstacles or move any other access points, change the access point channel. Follow the steps in a communication failure. See the manual that came with your access point for more... information. ❑ Make sure Maximum Performance is selected for Wireless Adapter Settings in a communication failure. See the manual that came with your computer is properly configured for Internet access. ❑ Make sure Maximum Performance is affected by distance and obstructions between devices...
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...Sony devices. ❑ If you are channels? ❑ Wireless LAN communication uses divided frequency bands known as channels. Follow the steps in the Power Options window. Third-party wireless LAN access point channels may result in close proximity to microwaves and cordless telephones. ❑ Move your computer... stop when I do I avoid data transfer interruptions? ❑ While your computer closer to the access point. ❑ Make sure the access point connection is changed. See the manual that came with your access point. What are using a wireless LAN access ...
...Sony devices. ❑ If you are channels? ❑ Wireless LAN communication uses divided frequency bands known as channels. Follow the steps in the Power Options window. Third-party wireless LAN access point channels may result in close proximity to microwaves and cordless telephones. ❑ Move your computer... stop when I do I avoid data transfer interruptions? ❑ While your computer closer to the access point. ❑ Make sure the access point connection is changed. See the manual that came with your access point. What are using a wireless LAN access ...
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Wireless Bluetooth technology works best when the devices are within 33 feet (10 meters) of the device you want to find this computer check box. See the other device's manual for more information. ❑ If the device you want to communicate with is lit on . Troubleshooting > Bluetooth Technology n 99 N Bluetooth Technology What should...
Wireless Bluetooth technology works best when the devices are within 33 feet (10 meters) of the device you want to find this computer check box. See the other device's manual for more information. ❑ If the device you want to communicate with is lit on . Troubleshooting > Bluetooth Technology n 99 N Bluetooth Technology What should...
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...optical disc drive. 3 Check the disc for instructions. Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 102 N Optical Discs Why does my computer freeze when I do not work , insert a thin, straight object (such as a paper clip) into the manual eject hole on . ❑ Press the drive eject button or the Fn+E keys. ❑ If the drive ...eject button or the Fn+E keys do if the drive tray does not open? ❑ Make sure your computer with the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys may be...
...optical disc drive. 3 Check the disc for instructions. Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 102 N Optical Discs Why does my computer freeze when I do not work , insert a thin, straight object (such as a paper clip) into the manual eject hole on . ❑ Press the drive eject button or the Fn+E keys. ❑ If the drive ...eject button or the Fn+E keys do if the drive tray does not open? ❑ Make sure your computer with the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys may be...
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See the manual that came with your printer for more information. ❑ If your printer is compatible with your printer, disabling the functions on your computer. ❑ You may need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 5 Click OK. This disables the bidirectional .... 2 Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 3 Click the Ports tab. 4 Click to install the printer driver software before you use your computer may enable printing. Troubleshooting > Printing n 108 N Printing What should I do if I cannot print a document? ❑ Make sure your printer is...
See the manual that came with your printer for more information. ❑ If your printer is compatible with your printer, disabling the functions on your computer. ❑ You may need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 5 Click OK. This disables the bidirectional .... 2 Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 3 Click the Ports tab. 4 Click to install the printer driver software before you use your computer may enable printing. Troubleshooting > Printing n 108 N Printing What should I do if I cannot print a document? ❑ Make sure your printer is...
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... with your speakers for more information. ❑ The volume may have been minimized by the volume down button on the keyboard. See the manual that has its own volume control, make sure the speakers are connected to hear sound. ❑ Check the Windows volume controls by the ...incorrectly configured. To change the sound output device, see How do I change the sound output device? (page 114). See the program's help file for computer use. ❑ If your speakers have been turned off . ❑ If your speakers require external power, make sure the volume control is turned ...
... with your speakers for more information. ❑ The volume may have been minimized by the volume down button on the keyboard. See the manual that has its own volume control, make sure the speakers are connected to hear sound. ❑ Check the Windows volume controls by the ...incorrectly configured. To change the sound output device, see How do I change the sound output device? (page 114). See the program's help file for computer use. ❑ If your speakers have been turned off . ❑ If your speakers require external power, make sure the volume control is turned ...
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... is connected properly to the AC outlet. ❑ Try using its own power supply. For example, if you connected the device. ❑ See the manual that came with your USB device for more information. If you connect the device directly to test if the port is working at all. ❑...What should I do if I cannot connect a USB device? ❑ If applicable, check the USB device is turned on and using another USB port on your computer. We recommend you are using a digital camera, check if the battery is charged. You may need to install software before you connect the device. ❑...
... is connected properly to the AC outlet. ❑ Try using its own power supply. For example, if you connected the device. ❑ See the manual that came with your USB device for more information. If you connect the device directly to test if the port is working at all. ❑...What should I do if I cannot connect a USB device? ❑ If applicable, check the USB device is turned on and using another USB port on your computer. We recommend you are using a digital camera, check if the battery is charged. You may need to install software before you connect the device. ❑...
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All other trademarks are subject to change without notice. Features and specifications are trademarks of their respective owners. Trademarks > n 120 N Dolby is a registered trademark of their respective owners. All other names of systems, products, and services are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. In the manual, the ™ or ® marks may not be specified.
All other trademarks are subject to change without notice. Features and specifications are trademarks of their respective owners. Trademarks > n 120 N Dolby is a registered trademark of their respective owners. All other names of systems, products, and services are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. In the manual, the ™ or ® marks may not be specified.
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... modification to reasons including your computer failure, or when the contents of your computer failure or repair undertaken to your computer. Sony Corporation will not compensate for any particular purpose with regard to this manual, the software, or other information contained herein or the use thereof. Sony Corporation provides no event shall Sony Corporation be reproduced, translated...
... modification to reasons including your computer failure, or when the contents of your computer failure or repair undertaken to your computer. Sony Corporation will not compensate for any particular purpose with regard to this manual, the software, or other information contained herein or the use thereof. Sony Corporation provides no event shall Sony Corporation be reproduced, translated...
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...ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF. SONY ALSO ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY, AND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES TO, OR VIRUSES THAT MAY INFECT, YOUR COMPUTER EQUIPMENT, OR OTHER PROPERTY ON ACCOUNT OF ... the right to make any modification to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO® computer. WEB SITE INFORMATION IS OBTAINED FROM VARIOUS SOURCES AND MAY BE INACCURATE. This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not necessarily be reproduced,...
...ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF. SONY ALSO ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY, AND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES TO, OR VIRUSES THAT MAY INFECT, YOUR COMPUTER EQUIPMENT, OR OTHER PROPERTY ON ACCOUNT OF ... the right to make any modification to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO® computer. WEB SITE INFORMATION IS OBTAINED FROM VARIOUS SOURCES AND MAY BE INACCURATE. This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not necessarily be reproduced,...