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n2 N Contents Before Use ...5 Documentation ...6 Ergonomic Considerations ...9 Getting Started ...11 Locating Controls and Ports...12 About the Indicator Lights ...17 Setting Up Your Computer ...18 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...31 Using Your VAIO Computer ...32 Using the Keyboard ...33 Using the Mouse ...37 Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...40 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...42 Using the TV Function ...53 Using PC Cards ...72 Using the ExpressCard Module ...75 Using the Memory Stick Media ...79 Using Other Memory Cards ...85 Using the Internet...88 Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...90
n2 N Contents Before Use ...5 Documentation ...6 Ergonomic Considerations ...9 Getting Started ...11 Locating Controls and Ports...12 About the Indicator Lights ...17 Setting Up Your Computer ...18 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...31 Using Your VAIO Computer ...32 Using the Keyboard ...33 Using the Mouse ...37 Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...40 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...42 Using the TV Function ...53 Using PC Cards ...72 Using the ExpressCard Module ...75 Using the Memory Stick Media ...79 Using Other Memory Cards ...85 Using the Internet...88 Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...90
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... a Printer ...100 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...101 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...103 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...105 Setting the Password ...106 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central ...109 Using the Power Saving Mode...110 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...112 Adding and Removing Memory...113 Adding the Hard Disk Drive...119 Precautions ...125...
... a Printer ...100 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...101 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...103 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...105 Setting the Password ...106 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central ...109 Using the Power Saving Mode...110 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...112 Adding and Removing Memory...113 Adding the Hard Disk Drive...119 Precautions ...125...
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n4 N Troubleshooting ...138 Computer ...140 System Security ...146 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...147 Internet ...150 Networking ...152 Optical Discs ...155 Display ...159 Printing ...161 Microphone ...162 Mouse ...164 Speakers ...165 Keyboard...166 Floppy Disks ...167 PC Cards ...168 Audio/Video...170 Memory Stick Media ...173 Peripherals ...174 Support Options ...175 Sony Support Information ...175 Program Support Information...179
n4 N Troubleshooting ...138 Computer ...140 System Security ...146 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...147 Internet ...150 Networking ...152 Optical Discs ...155 Display ...159 Printing ...161 Microphone ...162 Mouse ...164 Speakers ...165 Keyboard...166 Floppy Disks ...167 PC Cards ...168 Audio/Video...170 Memory Stick Media ...173 Peripherals ...174 Support Options ...175 Sony Support Information ...175 Program Support Information...179
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External views illustrated in audio, video, computing, and communications to the on your purchase of this manual may look slightly different from those of -the-art personal computing. ! Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide state-of your computer. n5 N Before Use Before Use Congratulations on -screen User Guide.
External views illustrated in audio, video, computing, and communications to the on your purchase of this manual may look slightly different from those of -the-art personal computing. ! Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide state-of your computer. n5 N Before Use Before Use Congratulations on -screen User Guide.
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... 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go to the Sony online support Web site at the following URLs: 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 http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in this manual) -...
... 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go to the Sony online support Web site at the following URLs: 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 http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in this manual) -...
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Provides information about using Windows Media Center. n7 N Before Use ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Provides information about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire hard disk drive to the... original factory installed settings. To access this on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals & Specifications. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. ❑ Media Center User Guide (Selected models only) - To access this on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 ...
Provides information about using Windows Media Center. n7 N Before Use ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Provides information about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire hard disk drive to the... original factory installed settings. To access this on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals & Specifications. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. ❑ Media Center User Guide (Selected models only) - To access this on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 ...
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... sites. ❑ Backup & Recovery Find information on how to wireless tutorials. ❑ Security Keep your data safe and your VAIO computer. Choose from Microsoft and Sony. ❑ VAIO Sites Contains links to other VAIO documents, and system and software information for your computer running efficiently with updates and maintenance programs from the following categories...
... sites. ❑ Backup & Recovery Find information on how to wireless tutorials. ❑ Security Keep your data safe and your VAIO computer. Choose from Microsoft and Sony. ❑ VAIO Sites Contains links to other VAIO documents, and system and software information for your computer running efficiently with updates and maintenance programs from the following categories...
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Have breaks during sessions with your computer - Ergonomic Considerations Whenever possible, you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations: n9 N Before Use ❑ Position of your computer. Excessive use of the computer may make you (1). Sit in a relaxed, upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning far backwards. A footrest may strain eyes, muscles, or tendons. ❑ Furniture and posture - Sit in a chair with your wrists in front of the chair so your sides. Let your upper arms hang naturally at your feet are flat on ...
Have breaks during sessions with your computer - Ergonomic Considerations Whenever possible, you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations: n9 N Before Use ❑ Position of your computer. Excessive use of the computer may make you (1). Sit in a relaxed, upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning far backwards. A footrest may strain eyes, muscles, or tendons. ❑ Furniture and posture - Sit in a chair with your wrists in front of the chair so your sides. Let your upper arms hang naturally at your feet are flat on ...
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n 10 N Before Use ❑ Viewing angle of the display as well. ! Adjust the brightness level of the display - Choose a location where windows and lights do not exert excessive pressure on your comfort and work efficiency. ❑ Ventilation - You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of mechanical damage. ❑ Lighting - While adjusting the viewing angle, do not cause glare and reflection on the display. Use indirect lighting to the proper position. Proper lighting adds to find the best position. Make sure you leave at least 4 inches (10 cm) ...
n 10 N Before Use ❑ Viewing angle of the display as well. ! Adjust the brightness level of the display - Choose a location where windows and lights do not exert excessive pressure on your comfort and work efficiency. ❑ Ventilation - You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of mechanical damage. ❑ Lighting - While adjusting the viewing angle, do not cause glare and reflection on the display. Use indirect lighting to the proper position. Proper lighting adds to find the best position. Make sure you leave at least 4 inches (10 cm) ...
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... did not originally come with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your computer with your computer. Be sure to get started using your VAIO computer. !
... did not originally come with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your computer with your computer. Be sure to get started using your VAIO computer. !
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I Remote sensor indicator* (page 17) J SONY logo lamp (page 109) K LCD screen (page 126) L Hard disk drive indicator (page 17) M DISPLAY OFF indicator (page 17) * On selected models only. G Power button H ...
I Remote sensor indicator* (page 17) J SONY logo lamp (page 109) K LCD screen (page 126) L Hard disk drive indicator (page 17) M DISPLAY OFF indicator (page 17) * On selected models only. G Power button H ...
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F Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 98) G Prop-up stand * Support high-/full-/low- speeds. E OPTICAL OUT port (Output Sampling Rate: 44.1 KHz/48.0 KHz/96.0 KHz) Connect an S/PDIF-compatible device such as digital headphones or an AV amplifier. B i.LINK (IEEE 1394) S400 port (page 101) C Microphone jack Connect an external microphone. D Line In jack Connect an external audio device for audio input. Back n 13 N Getting Started A Back panel cover Remove the back panel cover to access the ports and jacks behind it (page 18).
F Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 98) G Prop-up stand * Support high-/full-/low- speeds. E OPTICAL OUT port (Output Sampling Rate: 44.1 KHz/48.0 KHz/96.0 KHz) Connect an S/PDIF-compatible device such as digital headphones or an AV amplifier. B i.LINK (IEEE 1394) S400 port (page 101) C Microphone jack Connect an external microphone. D Line In jack Connect an external audio device for audio input. Back n 13 N Getting Started A Back panel cover Remove the back panel cover to access the ports and jacks behind it (page 18).
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n 14 N Getting Started A Air vent B Hard disk bay cover (page 120) C Capture angle adjuster (page 41) D DC IN port (page 20) E Modem port (page 88) F Network (Ethernet) port (page 103) G Cable clamps (page 22) H Subwoofer speaker for bass frequencies I INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT jack* (page 70) J S VIDEO input port* (page 63) K A/V INPUT jack* (page 63) L WLAN (Wireless LAN) switch (page 90) M CONNECT button (page 23), (page 26) N VHF/UHF input port* (page 53) O HDTV/ATSC input port* (page 60) * On selected models only.
n 14 N Getting Started A Air vent B Hard disk bay cover (page 120) C Capture angle adjuster (page 41) D DC IN port (page 20) E Modem port (page 88) F Network (Ethernet) port (page 103) G Cable clamps (page 22) H Subwoofer speaker for bass frequencies I INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT jack* (page 70) J S VIDEO input port* (page 63) K A/V INPUT jack* (page 63) L WLAN (Wireless LAN) switch (page 90) M CONNECT button (page 23), (page 26) N VHF/UHF input port* (page 53) O HDTV/ATSC input port* (page 60) * On selected models only.
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speeds. Right n 15 N Getting Started A Optical disc drive (page 42) B Optical disc drive indicator (page 17) C Drive eject button (page 43) D Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 98) * Support high-/full-/low-
speeds. Right n 15 N Getting Started A Optical disc drive (page 42) B Optical disc drive indicator (page 17) C Drive eject button (page 43) D Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 98) * Support high-/full-/low-
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H WLAN (Wireless LAN) indicator (page 17) * Your computer supports both standard- and Duo-size Memory Stick media. Left n 16 N Getting Started A PC Card slot (page 72) B PC Card release button (page 74) C ExpressCard/34 slot (page 76) D Memory Stick slot* (page 81) E Media Access indicator (page 17) F SD memory card slot (page 86) G Headphones jack Connect external headphones or speakers.
H WLAN (Wireless LAN) indicator (page 17) * Your computer supports both standard- and Duo-size Memory Stick media. Left n 16 N Getting Started A PC Card slot (page 72) B PC Card release button (page 74) C ExpressCard/34 slot (page 76) D Memory Stick slot* (page 81) E Media Access indicator (page 17) F SD memory card slot (page 86) G Headphones jack Connect external headphones or speakers.
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... the remote commander. See Setting Up Your Computer with the following indicator lights. n 17 N Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with VAIO Central (page 109) and find out more in use. Built-in MOTION EYE camera Illuminates while the built-in MOTION EYE camera is read from...
... the remote commander. See Setting Up Your Computer with the following indicator lights. n 17 N Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with VAIO Central (page 109) and find out more in use. Built-in MOTION EYE camera Illuminates while the built-in MOTION EYE camera is read from...
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n 18 N Getting Started Setting Up Your Computer Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover Before accessing some ports and jacks on the back of the computer. When facing down your computer. ! To remove the back panel cover 1 Gently face down your computer, you need first to the LCD screen. 2 Grasp the back panel cover (1) with both hands, gently pull it off, and move the cover toward the base of your computer, be sure to place it on a soft cloth to avoid damage to remove the back panel cover from the computer.
n 18 N Getting Started Setting Up Your Computer Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover Before accessing some ports and jacks on the back of the computer. When facing down your computer. ! To remove the back panel cover 1 Gently face down your computer, you need first to the LCD screen. 2 Grasp the back panel cover (1) with both hands, gently pull it off, and move the cover toward the base of your computer, be sure to place it on a soft cloth to avoid damage to remove the back panel cover from the computer.
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Be sure to keep the back panel cover on the computer unless access to the back panel is necessary. To replace the back panel cover 1 Put the prop-up stand (1) through the opening of the computer and push it in. ! n 19 N Getting Started 2 Align the cover with the back of the back panel cover (2).
Be sure to keep the back panel cover on the computer unless access to the back panel is necessary. To replace the back panel cover 1 Put the prop-up stand (1) through the opening of the computer and push it in. ! n 19 N Getting Started 2 Align the cover with the back of the back panel cover (2).
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See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover (page 18) for the procedure. 2 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (3). 3 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 4 Plug the cable connected to an AC power source and it must be plugged into the DC IN port (4) on the computer. To connect the AC adapter 1 Remove the back panel cover from the computer. n 20 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You need an AC adapter to connect to the AC adapter (3) into the power source before you can establish communication with your wireless keyboard and mouse. ...
See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover (page 18) for the procedure. 2 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (3). 3 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 4 Plug the cable connected to an AC power source and it must be plugged into the DC IN port (4) on the computer. To connect the AC adapter 1 Remove the back panel cover from the computer. n 20 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You need an AC adapter to connect to the AC adapter (3) into the power source before you can establish communication with your wireless keyboard and mouse. ...
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See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover (page 18) for the procedure. The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on the AC adapter. 5 Replace the back panel cover. n 21 N Getting Started !
See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover (page 18) for the procedure. The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on the AC adapter. 5 Replace the back panel cover. n 21 N Getting Started !