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...Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 16 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 ...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...
...Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 16 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 ...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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... -screen User Guide. External views illustrated in audio, video, computing, and communications to the on your computer. To find specifications Some features, options, and supplied items may look slightly different from those of -the-art personal computing experience. ! Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide a state-of your...
... -screen User Guide. External views illustrated in audio, video, computing, and communications to the on your computer. To find specifications Some features, options, and supplied items may look slightly different from those of -the-art personal computing experience. ! Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide a state-of your...
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...original factory settings - Get started with my VAIO Get help in storage device to find useful documentation such as below: - Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup... answers you need. General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer. 1. Information about your VAIO computer. 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, ...
...original factory settings - Get started with my VAIO Get help in storage device to find useful documentation such as below: - Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup... answers you need. General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer. 1. Information about your VAIO computer. 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, ...
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Before Use > Finding More about configuration of your computer. May be included with the preinstalled software programs on your computer. Features and options may be available on your computer. You may not be able to find out about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection...
Before Use > Finding More about configuration of your computer. May be included with the preinstalled software programs on your computer. Features and options may be available on your computer. You may not be able to find out about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection...
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.../support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/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. For operating system support, you can visit Microsoft customer...
.../support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/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. For operating system support, you can visit Microsoft customer...
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... you are looking for your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. In order to find the contact numbers on your Sony VAIO computer. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at a U.S. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can assist with a Sony certified technician at our site, you...
... you are looking for your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. In order to find the contact numbers on your Sony VAIO computer. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at a U.S. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can assist with a Sony certified technician at our site, you...
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...Indicator Lights (page 16) ❑ Setting Up Your Computer (page 17) ❑ 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 VAIO computer. ! Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started This section describes how...
...Indicator Lights (page 16) ❑ Setting Up Your Computer (page 17) ❑ 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 VAIO computer. ! Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started This section describes how...
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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. Your computer must be connected to the Internet to VAIO Web Support 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 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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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 an image or a document displayed on power management, see Using the Power Saving Mode.... C S1 button Executes the task that perform specific functions. ✍ Illustrated above is supplied with your computer. The keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with the VAIO Control Center. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 25 N Using the Keyboard A USB keyboard is the English keyboard as an example...
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 an image or a document displayed on power management, see Using the Power Saving Mode.... C S1 button Executes the task that perform specific functions. ✍ Illustrated above is supplied with your computer. The keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with the VAIO Control Center. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 25 N Using the Keyboard A USB keyboard is the English keyboard as an example...
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... Increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume. J Directional arrow keys Move the pointer on while in the Caps Lock state. (Scr Lk): Turns on the computer screen. L Numeric keypad Use the numeric keypad to type numbers or to perform basic math calculations. 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. H E key Ejects the optical disc drive tray when used in ...
... Increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume. J Directional arrow keys Move the pointer on while in the Caps Lock state. (Scr Lk): Turns on the computer screen. L Numeric keypad Use the numeric keypad to type numbers or to perform basic math calculations. 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. H E key Ejects the optical disc drive tray when used in ...
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... with the appropriate software. ! Do not place your desired icon in the main window. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Built-in Camera n 27 N Using the Built-in Camera Your computer is equipped with the software. ✍ When capturing an image or a movie in a dark place...how to use the preinstalled image capture software 1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 3, and WebCam Companion 3. 2 Click your computer into Sleep mode while you can perform the following operations: ❑ Capturing still images and movies ❑ Sensing and capturing object movements for...
... with the appropriate software. ! Do not place your desired icon in the main window. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Built-in Camera n 27 N Using the Built-in Camera Your computer is equipped with the software. ✍ When capturing an image or a movie in a dark place...how to use the preinstalled image capture software 1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 3, and WebCam Companion 3. 2 Click your computer into Sleep mode while you can perform the following operations: ❑ Capturing still images and movies ❑ Sensing and capturing object movements for...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 28 N Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped 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...it toward the drive tray until the disc clicks into place. See the specifications to open the drive. To insert a disc 1 Turn on your computer. The drive tray slides out. 3 Hold the back of the drive tray with an optical disc drive. Features and options in the middle of...
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 28 N Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped 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...it toward the drive tray until the disc clicks into place. See the specifications to open the drive. To insert a disc 1 Turn on your computer. The drive tray slides out. 3 Hold the back of the drive tray with an optical disc drive. Features and options in the middle of...
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Do not exert pressure on the drive tray. Do not remove the optical disc while your computer is in gently. ! 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. 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. Do not remove the optical disc while your computer is in gently. ! 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. 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.
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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 your computer does not support BD-RE Disc media in Version 1.0 format and Blu-ray Disc media with a cartridge. *4 Supports writing data to BD-R... CD CD-R/ DVD- 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. Use non-cartridge discs or discs with a removable cartridge. *2 Writing data to find out which type of...
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 your computer does not support BD-RE Disc media in Version 1.0 format and Blu-ray Disc media with a cartridge. *4 Supports writing data to BD-R... CD CD-R/ DVD- 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. Use non-cartridge discs or discs with a removable cartridge. *2 Writing data to find out which type of...
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... AACS key. USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 31 N ! Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of the recordable disc. ✍ 8 cm... disc writing is strongly recommended that are required for use with your VAIO computer, be compatible with the official "CD...
... AACS key. USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 31 N ! Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of the recordable disc. ✍ 8 cm... disc writing is strongly recommended that are required for use with your VAIO computer, be compatible with the official "CD...
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...playback. For information on how to use the VAIO Update, see Updating Your Computer (page 23). ❑ Depending on your computer, or the computer may become unstable during AVC HD playback. ❑ Do not place your computer into the power saving mode while your computer while the optical disc drive is writing data... disc. ❑ Do not plug or unplug the power cord or the AC adapter while the optical disc drive is playing a disc. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 32 N Notes on Using the Optical Disc Drive Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ Only use ...
...playback. For information on how to use the VAIO Update, see Updating Your Computer (page 23). ❑ Depending on your computer, or the computer may become unstable during AVC HD playback. ❑ Do not place your computer into the power saving mode while your computer while the optical disc drive is writing data... disc. ❑ Do not plug or unplug the power cord or the AC adapter while the optical disc drive is playing a disc. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 32 N Notes on Using the Optical Disc Drive Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ Only use ...
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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 which region and on your computer. If the region code indicates "all," 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 player you can play this disc in most regions of the world.
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 which region and on your computer. If the region code indicates "all," 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 player you can play this disc in most regions of the world.
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For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and your desired software to a disc 1 Insert a recordable disc into the optical disc drive. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 34 N Playing Discs To play the disc. Close all running software applications before ...copying files to a disc. 2 If nothing appears on how to the disc. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs...
For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and your desired software to a disc 1 Insert a recordable disc into the optical disc drive. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 34 N Playing Discs To play the disc. Close all running software applications before ...copying files to a disc. 2 If nothing appears on how to the disc. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs...
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... data with compatible products, such as digital cameras, mobile phones, and other devices. The "Memory Stick" slot on your computer does not support 8-bit parallel data transfer (high-speed data transfer). Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 35 N Using "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" is removable, it can accommodate the following sizes and...
... data with compatible products, such as digital cameras, mobile phones, and other devices. The "Memory Stick" slot on your computer does not support 8-bit parallel data transfer (high-speed data transfer). Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 35 N Using "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" is removable, it can accommodate the following sizes and...