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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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...; 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 on your computer. To find specifications Some features, options...
...; 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 on your computer. To find specifications Some features, options...
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... and owner information. 2. Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. On-screen Documentation ❑ Help and Support - General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer. 1. An overview of VAIO tutorials, how-to the original factory...
... and owner information. 2. Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. On-screen Documentation ❑ Help and Support - General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer. 1. An overview of VAIO tutorials, how-to the original factory...
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... the specifications to access the help files from the help files - Information about configuration of your computer. To access this on your computer. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on your computer. You may not be included with the preinstalled software programs on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™...
... the specifications to access the help files from the help files - Information about configuration of your computer. To access this on your computer. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on your computer. You may not be included with the preinstalled software programs on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™...
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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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... have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find it on the Sony online support web site. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of the problem 5. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find the nearest location. You...barcode. 3 The operating system on your VAIO PC. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n8 N 4. In order to find the contact numbers on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your Sony VAIO computer. Sony Style store and get personalized service and ...
... have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find it on the Sony online support web site. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of the problem 5. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find the nearest location. You...barcode. 3 The operating system on your VAIO PC. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n8 N 4. In order to find the contact numbers on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your Sony VAIO computer. Sony Style store and get personalized service and ...
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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. ! Your computer must be connected to the Internet to VAIO Web Support and then follow the on-screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 4 Click Start, All Programs, VAIO Update 4, and Go to download the updates.
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. ! Your computer must be connected to the Internet to VAIO Web Support 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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...in). The task associated with each function key varies among software applications except the following combinations with additional keys that is supplied with your computer. D Zoom buttons Changes the size of power consumption. The keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with the Fn key. Press to ...Saving Mode (page 21). A Function keys Perform certain tasks. Fn+F6: Increases lighting intensity of the LCD screen. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 25 N Using the Keyboard A USB keyboard is assigned to make the view look smaller and further away (zoom out...
...in). The task associated with each function key varies among software applications except the following combinations with additional keys that is supplied with your computer. D Zoom buttons Changes the size of power consumption. The keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with the Fn key. Press to ...Saving Mode (page 21). A Function keys Perform certain tasks. Fn+F6: Increases lighting intensity of the LCD screen. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 25 N Using the Keyboard A USB keyboard is assigned to make the view look smaller and further away (zoom out...
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... decrease (-) the volume. L Numeric keypad Use the numeric keypad to type numbers or to perform basic math calculations. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 26 N E Muting button Turns the volume on the computer screen. G Windows key Displays the Start menu. H E key Ejects the optical disc drive tray when used in conjunction with...
... decrease (-) the volume. L Numeric keypad Use the numeric keypad to type numbers or to perform basic math calculations. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 26 N E Muting button Turns the volume on the computer screen. G Windows key Displays the Start menu. H E key Ejects the optical disc drive tray when used in conjunction with...
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... Companion 3. 2 Click your instant messaging or video editing software does not activate or deactivate the built-in camera. For detailed information on the computer activates the built-in camera. To use the software, see the help file included with a built-in MOTION EYE camera. Launching or exiting... 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, ...
... Companion 3. 2 Click your instant messaging or video editing software does not activate or deactivate the built-in camera. For detailed information on the computer activates the built-in camera. To use the software, see the help file included with a built-in MOTION EYE camera. Launching or exiting... 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, ...
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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 the label side facing toward you, and gently push it toward the drive tray until the disc clicks into place. 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 ...
...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 push it toward the drive tray until the disc clicks into place. 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 ...
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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. Do not remove the optical disc while your computer is in gently. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 29 N ! Do not exert pressure on the drive tray.
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. Do not remove the optical disc while your computer is in gently. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 29 N ! Do not exert pressure on the drive tray.
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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 Part1... discs 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. Video Music CD CD-R/ DVD- DVD- ROM CD CD Extra RW ROM Video RW RW (Double (Dual...
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 Part1... discs 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. Video Music CD CD-R/ DVD- DVD- ROM CD CD Extra RW ROM Video RW RW (Double (Dual...
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...conform to standard definition or prohibit analog video output. When you buy pre-recorded or blank discs for optimum compatibility and viewing quality. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of the recordable disc. ✍ 8 cm disc writing is strongly recommended that a digital HDCP compliant ... the notices on DVD and BD-ROM Disc media. As with other optical media devices, circumstances may not be compatible with your VAIO computer, be implemented for use with copyright protection technologies do not conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Therefore, these discs may...
...conform to standard definition or prohibit analog video output. When you buy pre-recorded or blank discs for optimum compatibility and viewing quality. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of the recordable disc. ✍ 8 cm disc writing is strongly recommended that a digital HDCP compliant ... the notices on DVD and BD-ROM Disc media. As with other optical media devices, circumstances may not be compatible with your VAIO computer, be implemented for use with copyright protection technologies do not conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Therefore, these discs may...
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... Do not plug or unplug the power cord or the AC adapter while the optical disc drive is playing 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... playing discs To achieve optimum performance of the Blu-ray Disc contents on your computer, or the computer may damage the optical disc drive. ❑ Do not strike or shake your computer is writing data to a disc. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 32 N Notes on Using the Optical ...
... Do not plug or unplug the power cord or the AC adapter while the optical disc drive is playing 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... playing discs To achieve optimum performance of the Blu-ray Disc contents on your computer, or the computer may damage the optical disc drive. ❑ Do not strike or shake your computer is writing data to a disc. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 32 N Notes on Using the Optical ...
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If the region code indicates "all," you can play this disc in which region and on what type 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 most regions of player you cannot play the disc on your residence area is different from the label, you can play the disc. If the region code for your computer.
If the region code indicates "all," you can play this disc in which region and on what type 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 most regions of player you cannot play the disc on your residence area is different from the label, you can play the disc. If the region code for your computer.
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...appears on how 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. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and your desired software to play a disc 1 Insert a disc into the ... Copying Files to Discs To copy files to use the software, see the help file included with the software. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and your desired disc burning software to copy files to use the software, see the help file included ...
...appears on how 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. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and your desired software to play a disc 1 Insert a disc into the ... Copying Files to Discs To copy files to use the software, see the help file included with the software. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and your desired disc burning software to copy files to use the software, see the help file included ...
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Before You Use "Memory Stick" The "Memory Stick" slot on your computer can be used for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products, such as digital cameras, mobile phones, and other devices. For the latest ...information about "Memory Stick", visit [memorystick.com] at http://www.memorystick.com/en/. 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 is a compact, portable, and versatile ...
Before You Use "Memory Stick" The "Memory Stick" slot on your computer can be used for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products, such as digital cameras, mobile phones, and other devices. For the latest ...information about "Memory Stick", visit [memorystick.com] at http://www.memorystick.com/en/. 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 is a compact, portable, and versatile ...