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n2 N Contents Before Use ...5 Documentation ...5 Ergonomic Considerations ...8 Getting Started ...10 Locating Controls and Ports...11 About the Indicator Lights ...16 Connecting a Power Source ...17 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...20 Using Your VAIO Computer ...21 Using the Keyboard ...22 Using the Mouse ...29 Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...34 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...36 Using the TV Function ...46 Using PC Cards ...65 Using the ExpressCard Module ...68 Using the Memory Stick Media ...72 Using Other Memory Cards ...78 Using the Internet...81 Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...82
n2 N Contents Before Use ...5 Documentation ...5 Ergonomic Considerations ...8 Getting Started ...10 Locating Controls and Ports...11 About the Indicator Lights ...16 Connecting a Power Source ...17 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...20 Using Your VAIO Computer ...21 Using the Keyboard ...22 Using the Mouse ...29 Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...34 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...36 Using the TV Function ...46 Using PC Cards ...65 Using the ExpressCard Module ...68 Using the Memory Stick Media ...72 Using Other Memory Cards ...78 Using the Internet...81 Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...82
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... a Printer ...91 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...92 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...94 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...95 Setting the Password ...96 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central ...99 Using the Power Saving Modes ...100 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...103 Adding and Removing Memory...104 Precautions ...111 On Handling the LCD Screen ...112...
... a Printer ...91 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...92 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...94 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...95 Setting the Password ...96 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central ...99 Using the Power Saving Modes ...100 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...103 Adding and Removing Memory...104 Precautions ...111 On Handling the LCD Screen ...112...
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n4 N Troubleshooting ...122 Computer ...124 System Security ...130 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...131 Internet ...134 Networking ...136 Optical Discs ...139 Display ...143 Printing ...144 Microphone ...145 Mouse ...146 Speakers ...147 Keyboard...148 Floppy Disks ...149 PC Cards ...150 Audio/Video...152 Memory Stick Media ...153 Peripherals ...154 Support Options ...155 Sony Support Information ...155 Program Support Information...159
n4 N Troubleshooting ...122 Computer ...124 System Security ...130 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...131 Internet ...134 Networking ...136 Optical Discs ...139 Display ...143 Printing ...144 Microphone ...145 Mouse ...146 Speakers ...147 Keyboard...148 Floppy Disks ...149 PC Cards ...150 Audio/Video...152 Memory Stick Media ...153 Peripherals ...154 Support Options ...155 Sony Support Information ...155 Program Support Information...159
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... leading-edge technology in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the on-screen User Guide. External views illustrated in audio, video, computing, and communications to read on your purchase of .... ! Contains safety guidelines and owner information. Printed Documentation ❑ Welcome mat - Contains an overview of your computer. n5 N Before Use Before Use Congratulations on your VAIO computer.
... leading-edge technology in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the on-screen User Guide. External views illustrated in audio, video, computing, and communications to read on your purchase of .... ! Contains safety guidelines and owner information. Printed Documentation ❑ Welcome mat - Contains an overview of your computer. n5 N Before Use Before Use Congratulations on your VAIO computer.
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... about the software programs included with your entire hard disk drive to the Sony online support Web site at: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA, http://www.sony.ca/support for customers in Canada, http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas, or http...
... about the software programs included with your entire hard disk drive to the Sony online support Web site at: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA, http://www.sony.ca/support for customers in Canada, http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas, or http...
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Choose from Microsoft and Sony. ❑ VAIO Sites Contains links to back up and restore your operating system, system software, and your personal data. ❑ Wireless & Network Learn about wireless connections including ... and Support is easy to find the answers you might find the on-screen User Guide, warranty information, other VAIO documents, and system and software information for your VAIO computer. Run utilities that include VAIO Media Setup and Windows Network and Sharing, and access to wireless tutorials. ❑ Security Keep your data safe...
Choose from Microsoft and Sony. ❑ VAIO Sites Contains links to back up and restore your operating system, system software, and your personal data. ❑ Wireless & Network Learn about wireless connections including ... and Support is easy to find the answers you might find the on-screen User Guide, warranty information, other VAIO documents, and system and software information for your VAIO computer. Run utilities that include VAIO Media Setup and Windows Network and Sharing, and access to wireless tutorials. ❑ Security Keep your data safe...
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Ergonomic Considerations Whenever possible, you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations: n8 N Before Use ❑ Position of you more comfortable. Sit in a chair with good back support. Sit in a relaxed, upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning far backwards. Let your upper arms hang naturally at your feet are flat on the floor. Keep your forearms horizontal (2), with your computer - Place the display directly in a neutral, comfortable position (3) while using the keyboard, pointing device, or external mouse. Have breaks during ...
Ergonomic Considerations Whenever possible, you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations: n8 N Before Use ❑ Position of you more comfortable. Sit in a chair with good back support. Sit in a relaxed, upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning far backwards. Let your upper arms hang naturally at your feet are flat on the floor. Keep your forearms horizontal (2), with your computer - Place the display directly in a neutral, comfortable position (3) while using the keyboard, pointing device, or external mouse. Have breaks during ...
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Make sure you leave at least 4 inches (10 cm) of space behind and at least 8 inches (20 cm) of space on the display. While adjusting the viewing angle, do not create glare and reflection on each side of the display as well. ! Use indirect lighting to the proper position. Adjust the brightness setting of the main unit. n9 N Before Use ❑ Viewing angle of mechanical damage. ❑ Lighting - You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the display to avoid bright spots on the center of the speaker grill, to eliminate a risk of the display -...
Make sure you leave at least 4 inches (10 cm) of space behind and at least 8 inches (20 cm) of space on the display. While adjusting the viewing angle, do not create glare and reflection on each side of the display as well. ! Use indirect lighting to the proper position. Adjust the brightness setting of the main unit. n9 N Before Use ❑ Viewing angle of mechanical damage. ❑ Lighting - You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the display to avoid bright spots on the center of the speaker grill, to eliminate a risk of the display -...
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... (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your VAIO computer. ! Make sure to get started using your system. n 10 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with your...
... (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your VAIO computer. ! Make sure to get started using your system. n 10 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with your...
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See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central (page 99) and find out more in MOTION EYE camera (page 34) D Power indicator (page 16) E Power button F MONITOR OFF button / MONITOR OFF indicator (...
See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central (page 99) and find out more in MOTION EYE camera (page 34) D Power indicator (page 16) E Power button F MONITOR OFF button / MONITOR OFF indicator (...
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Be sure to place your computer on a soft cloth to avoid damage to shut down for easy handling. ! Before removing the cover, be sure to your computer screen. When moving or storing the computer, you can simply push it (page 17). ! Back n 12 N Getting Started A Back panel cover Remove the back panel cover to place your computer upright. B Prop-up stand Grasp the side ends with both hands and raise the bottom end, as shown below, to access the ports and jacks behind it back down your computer.
Be sure to place your computer on a soft cloth to avoid damage to shut down for easy handling. ! Before removing the cover, be sure to your computer screen. When moving or storing the computer, you can simply push it (page 17). ! Back n 12 N Getting Started A Back panel cover Remove the back panel cover to place your computer upright. B Prop-up stand Grasp the side ends with both hands and raise the bottom end, as shown below, to access the ports and jacks behind it back down your computer.
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speeds. n 13 N Getting Started A Capture angle adjuster (page 35) B AUDIO INPUT (L / R) jacks*1 (page 55) C VIDEO INPUT (S VIDEO) jack*1 / (VIDEO) port*1 (page 55) D VHF/UHF port*1 (page 46) E Network (Ethernet) port (page 94) F DC IN port (page 17) G Cable bundler (page 19) H CONNECT button (page 22), (page 29) I WLAN (Wireless LAN) switch (page 82) J Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*2 (page 89) K Modem port (page 81) *1 On selected models only. *2 Supports high-/full-/low-
speeds. n 13 N Getting Started A Capture angle adjuster (page 35) B AUDIO INPUT (L / R) jacks*1 (page 55) C VIDEO INPUT (S VIDEO) jack*1 / (VIDEO) port*1 (page 55) D VHF/UHF port*1 (page 46) E Network (Ethernet) port (page 94) F DC IN port (page 17) G Cable bundler (page 19) H CONNECT button (page 22), (page 29) I WLAN (Wireless LAN) switch (page 82) J Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*2 (page 89) K Modem port (page 81) *1 On selected models only. *2 Supports high-/full-/low-
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Right n 14 N Getting Started A Optical disc drive (page 36) B Optical disc drive indicator (page 16) C Drive eject button (page 38)
Right n 14 N Getting Started A Optical disc drive (page 36) B Optical disc drive indicator (page 16) C Drive eject button (page 38)
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F Microphone jack Connect an external microphone. G Universal ExpressCard slot*1 (page 69) H Media Access indicator (page 16) I Memory Stick PRO/Duo media slot*2 (page 73) J i.LINK (IEEE 1394) S400 port (page 92) K Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) port*3 (page 89) *1 Referred to as the ExpressCard slot hereinafter. *2 Your computer supports Memory Stick PRO media and Memory Stick Duo media with high speed and high capacity capabilities. *3 Supports high-/full-/low- speeds. E Line In jack Connect an external audio device for audio input. Left n 15 N Getting Started A PC Card slot (page 65) B PC ...
F Microphone jack Connect an external microphone. G Universal ExpressCard slot*1 (page 69) H Media Access indicator (page 16) I Memory Stick PRO/Duo media slot*2 (page 73) J i.LINK (IEEE 1394) S400 port (page 92) K Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) port*3 (page 89) *1 Referred to as the ExpressCard slot hereinafter. *2 Your computer supports Memory Stick PRO media and Memory Stick Duo media with high speed and high capacity capabilities. *3 Supports high-/full-/low- speeds. E Line In jack Connect an external audio device for audio input. Left n 15 N Getting Started A PC Card slot (page 65) B PC ...
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... not being used . MONITOR OFF Illuminates in orange when the LCD backlight and the speaker volume are turned off when the computer is equipped with VAIO Central (page 99) and find out more in Sleep mode, and turns off . Hard disk drive Illuminates when data is read from or written to...
... not being used . MONITOR OFF Illuminates in orange when the LCD backlight and the speaker volume are turned off when the computer is equipped with VAIO Central (page 99) and find out more in Sleep mode, and turns off . Hard disk drive Illuminates when data is read from or written to...
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n 17 N Getting Started ! Before Accessing the DC IN Port You need an AC adapter as a power source for your computer. Connecting a Power Source You need to put the cover back on the computer when you are done. Simply pull the cover off your computer. Be sure to remove the back panel cover (1).
n 17 N Getting Started ! Before Accessing the DC IN Port You need an AC adapter as a power source for your computer. Connecting a Power Source You need to put the cover back on the computer when you are done. Simply pull the cover off your computer. Be sure to remove the back panel cover (1).
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n 18 N Getting Started To use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter (3) into the DC IN port (4) on the computer. Using the AC Adapter ✍ Use your computer only with the supplied AC adapter.
n 18 N Getting Started To use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter (3) into the DC IN port (4) on the computer. Using the AC Adapter ✍ Use your computer only with the supplied AC adapter.
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n 19 N Getting Started ✍ You can bundle the AC adapter cable along with other cables to keep them tidy. Snap open the cable bundler, route the cables through it, and then snap the cable bundler back shut as shown below: To disconnect your computer completely from AC power, unplug the AC adapter. Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible.
n 19 N Getting Started ✍ You can bundle the AC adapter cable along with other cables to keep them tidy. Snap open the cable bundler, route the cables through it, and then snap the cable bundler back shut as shown below: To disconnect your computer completely from AC power, unplug the AC adapter. Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible.
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n 20 N Getting Started Shutting Down Your Computer Safely To avoid losing unsaved data, be sure to shut down your computer properly, as described below. The power indicator light turns off automatically. To shut down your computer 1 Turn off any peripherals connected to the computer. 2 Click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Shut Down. 3 Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents or to consider other users and wait for the computer to turn off .
n 20 N Getting Started Shutting Down Your Computer Safely To avoid losing unsaved data, be sure to shut down your computer properly, as described below. The power indicator light turns off automatically. To shut down your computer 1 Turn off any peripherals connected to the computer. 2 Click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Shut Down. 3 Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents or to consider other users and wait for the computer to turn off .
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... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 22) ❑ Using the Mouse (page 29) ❑ Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 34) ❑ Using ... (page 72) ❑ Using Other Memory Cards (page 78) ❑ Using the Internet (page 81) ❑ Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) (page 82) n 21 N Using Your VAIO Computer
... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 22) ❑ Using the Mouse (page 29) ❑ Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 34) ❑ Using ... (page 72) ❑ Using Other Memory Cards (page 78) ❑ Using the Internet (page 81) ❑ Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) (page 82) n 21 N Using Your VAIO Computer