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...guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals & Specifications. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Guide. ❑ MCE Guide (Selected models only) - Provides information about the software programs included with your VAIO computer. To access this manual) - It also includes information about restoring individual software programs,...of 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...
...guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals & Specifications. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Guide. ❑ MCE Guide (Selected models only) - Provides information about the software programs included with your VAIO computer. To access this manual) - It also includes information about restoring individual software programs,...of 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...
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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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...When magnification reaches 200%, it goes back to magnify the contents in its help file. S3: Opens the Media Center Start menu on models with a TV tuner or launches Windows Mail on and off. Fn + F6: Increases lightness intensity of the LCD screen. The task ...associated with each function key varies among software applications except the following combinations with VAIO Central. C Volume control buttons Increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume. D Shortcut buttons Perform the pre-assigned tasks. Fn + F5: Decreases ...
...When magnification reaches 200%, it goes back to magnify the contents in its help file. S3: Opens the Media Center Start menu on models with a TV tuner or launches Windows Mail on and off. Fn + F6: Increases lightness intensity of the LCD screen. The task ...associated with each function key varies among software applications except the following combinations with VAIO Central. C Volume control buttons Increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume. D Shortcut buttons Perform the pre-assigned tasks. Fn + F5: Decreases ...
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n 39 N Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing Optical Discs Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, or Blu-ray Discs, depending on your optical disc drive supports. Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. Check your specifications for the type of media your model.
n 39 N Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing Optical Discs Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, or Blu-ray Discs, depending on your optical disc drive supports. Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. Check your specifications for the type of media your model.
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... does not support BD-RE Version 1.0 discs and Blu-ray cartridge discs. *8 Writing data to Ultra Speed CD-RW discs is not supported on models with the Blu-ray Disc drive. *9 BD-R stands for Blu-ray Disc-Recordable in Version 1.1 format. *10 BD-RE stands for General Version... drive on discs supporting DVD-R DL (Dual Layer) recording. *7 Supports writing data to single-sided DVD-RAM discs (2.6 GB) compliant with the capacity of 50 GB). n 40 N Using Your VAIO Computer PR: playable and recordable P: playable but not recordable -: not playable or recordable CDROM Video Music CD CD-R/ DVD- ...
... does not support BD-RE Version 1.0 discs and Blu-ray cartridge discs. *8 Writing data to Ultra Speed CD-RW discs is not supported on models with the Blu-ray Disc drive. *9 BD-R stands for Blu-ray Disc-Recordable in Version 1.1 format. *10 BD-RE stands for General Version... drive on discs supporting DVD-R DL (Dual Layer) recording. *7 Supports writing data to single-sided DVD-RAM discs (2.6 GB) compliant with the capacity of 50 GB). n 40 N Using Your VAIO Computer PR: playable and recordable P: playable but not recordable -: not playable or recordable CDROM Video Music CD CD-R/ DVD- ...
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n 46 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the TV Function Your computer may have a TV tuner board installed along with Windows Media Center to set up your TV, set-top ... for more information on -screen guide 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals & Specifications. 3 Click MCE Guide. This section describes how to enhance your model is equipped with a wide range of TV, DVD, and video viewing, as well as music recording and playback. Media Center provides you with the TV...
n 46 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the TV Function Your computer may have a TV tuner board installed along with Windows Media Center to set up your TV, set-top ... for more information on -screen guide 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals & Specifications. 3 Click MCE Guide. This section describes how to enhance your model is equipped with a wide range of TV, DVD, and video viewing, as well as music recording and playback. Media Center provides you with the TV...
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... warranty period, we recommend that: ❑ You contact your model, see Sony Support Information (page 155) or visit the Sony online support Web site. To find the nearest center or agent, see the online Specifications. n 103 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic... familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You do not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center.
... warranty period, we recommend that: ❑ You contact your model, see Sony Support Information (page 155) or visit the Sony online support Web site. To find the nearest center or agent, see the online Specifications. n 103 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic... familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You do not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center.
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Improper installation of memory modules may cause damage to your model. Before touching a memory module, ensure the following pages. The number of available slots depends on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be careful when changing memory. ... such a station is , AC adapter) and from any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you remove any cover or panel from ESD. n 104 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you upgrade your computer's memory, read the notes and procedures...
Improper installation of memory modules may cause damage to your model. Before touching a memory module, ensure the following pages. The number of available slots depends on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be careful when changing memory. ... such a station is , AC adapter) and from any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you remove any cover or panel from ESD. n 104 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you upgrade your computer's memory, read the notes and procedures...
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...power cord. ❑ To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the cord itself. ❑ Unplug your computer or genuine Sony products. n 113 N Precautions On Using the Power Source ❑ See the online Specifications to check the power operation of time. ❑ Make sure... outlet is easily accessible. ❑ When the AC adapter is not used, unplug it may cause a malfunction. This device helps prevent damage to your model. ❑ Do not share the AC outlet with other AC adapter as a photocopier or shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with your...
...power cord. ❑ To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the cord itself. ❑ Unplug your computer or genuine Sony products. n 113 N Precautions On Using the Power Source ❑ See the online Specifications to check the power operation of time. ❑ Make sure... outlet is easily accessible. ❑ When the AC adapter is not used, unplug it may cause a malfunction. This device helps prevent damage to your model. ❑ Do not share the AC outlet with other AC adapter as a photocopier or shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with your...
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... when not using the disc. Hearing experts advise against continuous, loud and extended play. n 118 N Precautions ❑ An 8cm disc adapter exclusively designed for your model is provided for use . Use of the deformed adapter with the disc may cause a disc recognition error or result in a place subject to high temperatures...
... when not using the disc. Hearing experts advise against continuous, loud and extended play. n 118 N Precautions ❑ An 8cm disc adapter exclusively designed for your model is provided for use . Use of the deformed adapter with the disc may cause a disc recognition error or result in a place subject to high temperatures...
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...If you have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some time before my computer starts? Select the screen saver other than the VAIO Original Screen Saver. n 128 N Troubleshooting What should I do if I do if my game software does not work or it keeps crashing...Norton Internet Security's Personal Firewall is active, it take some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. The VAIO Original Screen Saver disables the timer setting, which you have forgotten the BIOS password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to download. ❑ Make sure you can select...
...If you have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some time before my computer starts? Select the screen saver other than the VAIO Original Screen Saver. n 128 N Troubleshooting What should I do if I do if my game software does not work or it keeps crashing...Norton Internet Security's Personal Firewall is active, it take some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. The VAIO Original Screen Saver disables the timer setting, which you have forgotten the BIOS password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to download. ❑ Make sure you can select...
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.... See Using the Power Saving Modes (page 100) for more information. ❑ Make sure your computer is on . Press the Fn+F6 keys to selected models only. To run Windows Aero? For information about the Windows Aero features, such as Windows Flip 3D, see Windows Help and Support. Make sure the...
.... See Using the Power Saving Modes (page 100) for more information. ❑ Make sure your computer is on . Press the Fn+F6 keys to selected models only. To run Windows Aero? For information about the Windows Aero features, such as Windows Flip 3D, see Windows Help and Support. Make sure the...
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... on the back of the problem In order to receive the fastest and most efficient services, please have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find it on the back or bottom of the notebook or on your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is...
... on the back of the problem In order to receive the fastest and most efficient services, please have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find it on the back or bottom of the notebook or on your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is...
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...❑ For users in Brazil Web site http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ For contacts about third-party software products, see the following. n 159 N Support Options Program Support Information Depending on the computer model and particular configuration you purchased, your computer may not ...include all of the software programs listed below : ❑ For users in USA Web site http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ Telephone 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972) ❑ ...
...❑ For users in Brazil Web site http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ For contacts about third-party software products, see the following. n 159 N Support Options Program Support Information Depending on the computer model and particular configuration you purchased, your computer may not ...include all of the software programs listed below : ❑ For users in USA Web site http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ Telephone 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972) ❑ ...
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... the software, see Program Support Information (page 159). n 169 N Support Options VAIO® Touch Launcher Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO Touch Launcher allows you to date by regularly checking the Sony online support Web site for important software updates and information for your specific VAIO computer model. The VAIO Update utility helps you to import and export your...
... the software, see Program Support Information (page 159). n 169 N Support Options VAIO® Touch Launcher Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO Touch Launcher allows you to date by regularly checking the Sony online support Web site for important software updates and information for your specific VAIO computer model. The VAIO Update utility helps you to import and export your...