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...13 Locating Controls and Ports...14 About the Indicator Lights ...19 Setting Up Your Computer ...20 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...33 Using Your VAIO Computer ...34 Using the Keyboard ...35 Using the Mouse ...39 Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...42 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...46... Using the TV Function ...57 Using PC Cards ...76 Using the ExpressCard Module ...79 Using the Memory Stick Media ...83 Using Other Memory Cards ...89 Using the Internet...92 Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...94
...13 Locating Controls and Ports...14 About the Indicator Lights ...19 Setting Up Your Computer ...20 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...33 Using Your VAIO Computer ...34 Using the Keyboard ...35 Using the Mouse ...39 Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...42 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...46... Using the TV Function ...57 Using PC Cards ...76 Using the ExpressCard Module ...79 Using the Memory Stick Media ...83 Using Other Memory Cards ...89 Using the Internet...92 Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...94
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... an i.LINK Device ...105 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...107 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...109 Setting the Password ...110 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 115 Using the Power Saving Mode...116 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...119 Adding and Removing Memory...120 Adding the Hard Disk Drive...126 Precautions ...132 On Handling the......135 On Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...137 On Handling Floppy Disks ...138 On Handling Discs ...139 On Using Headphones...141 On Handling Memory Stick Media...142 On Handling the Hard Disk ...143 On Updating Your Computer ...144
... an i.LINK Device ...105 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...107 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...109 Setting the Password ...110 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 115 Using the Power Saving Mode...116 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...119 Adding and Removing Memory...120 Adding the Hard Disk Drive...126 Precautions ...132 On Handling the......135 On Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...137 On Handling Floppy Disks ...138 On Handling Discs ...139 On Using Headphones...141 On Handling Memory Stick Media...142 On Handling the Hard Disk ...143 On Updating Your Computer ...144
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n4 N Troubleshooting ...145 Computer ...147 System Security ...154 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...155 Internet ...158 Networking ...160 Optical Discs ...163 Display ...168 Printing ...169 Microphone ...170 Mouse ...172 Speakers ...173 Keyboard...175 Floppy Disks ...176 PC Cards ...177 Audio/Video...179 Memory Stick Media ...182 Peripherals ...183 Support Options ...184 Sony Support Information ...185 Program Support Information...188 Trademarks ...199
n4 N Troubleshooting ...145 Computer ...147 System Security ...154 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...155 Internet ...158 Networking ...160 Optical Discs ...163 Display ...168 Printing ...169 Microphone ...170 Mouse ...172 Speakers ...173 Keyboard...175 Floppy Disks ...176 PC Cards ...177 Audio/Video...179 Memory Stick Media ...182 Peripherals ...183 Support Options ...184 Sony Support Information ...185 Program Support Information...188 Trademarks ...199
User Guide
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and Duo-size Memory Stick media. H WLAN (Wireless LAN) indicator (page 19) * Your computer supports both standard- Left n 18 N Getting Started A PC Card slot (page 76) B PC Card release button (page 78) C ExpressCard/34 slot (page 80) D Memory Stick slot* (page 85) E Media Access indicator (page 19) F SD memory card slot (page 90) G Headphones jack Connect external headphones or speakers.
and Duo-size Memory Stick media. H WLAN (Wireless LAN) indicator (page 19) * Your computer supports both standard- Left n 18 N Getting Started A PC Card slot (page 76) B PC Card release button (page 78) C ExpressCard/34 slot (page 80) D Memory Stick slot* (page 85) E Media Access indicator (page 19) F SD memory card slot (page 90) G Headphones jack Connect external headphones or speakers.
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Media Access Illuminates when data is read from or written to a memory card. (Do not enter Sleep mode or turn off . Optical disc drive Illuminates when data ...the optical disc media. See Setting Up Your Computer with the following indicator lights. When the indicator is off , the memory card is not being used . DISPLAY OFF Illuminates in orange when the LCD backlight is turned off the computer when this... of the indicator lights. n 19 N Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with VAIO Control Center (page 115) and find out more in its help file.
Media Access Illuminates when data is read from or written to a memory card. (Do not enter Sleep mode or turn off . Optical disc drive Illuminates when data ...the optical disc media. See Setting Up Your Computer with the following indicator lights. When the indicator is off , the memory card is not being used . DISPLAY OFF Illuminates in orange when the LCD backlight is turned off the computer when this... of the indicator lights. n 19 N Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with VAIO Control Center (page 115) and find out more in its help file.
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... out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 35) ❑ Using the Mouse (page 39) ❑ Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 42) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 46) ❑ Using the TV Function (page 57) ❑ Using PC Cards (page 76) ...❑ Using the ExpressCard Module (page 79) ❑ Using the Memory Stick Media (page 83) ❑ Using Other Memory Cards (page 89) ❑ Using the Internet (page 92) ❑ ...
... out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 35) ❑ Using the Mouse (page 39) ❑ Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 42) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 46) ❑ Using the TV Function (page 57) ❑ Using PC Cards (page 76) ...❑ Using the ExpressCard Module (page 79) ❑ Using the Memory Stick Media (page 83) ❑ Using Other Memory Cards (page 89) ❑ Using the Internet (page 92) ❑ ...
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...additional data burning may result. ❑ To make sure you exit and close the session before writing data to a disc. ❑ Do not use memory-resident utility software while writing data to a disc. For example, if you have a disc with data that you burned with your software. ❑ Only.... Do not use discs in any disc burning software. ❑ Make sure you eject it. n 52 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ Use only Sony recommended software, which is preinstalled on the optical disc drive, you need to close all other applications. ❑ Do not...
...additional data burning may result. ❑ To make sure you exit and close the session before writing data to a disc. ❑ Do not use memory-resident utility software while writing data to a disc. For example, if you have a disc with data that you burned with your software. ❑ Only.... Do not use discs in any disc burning software. ❑ Make sure you eject it. n 52 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ Use only Sony recommended software, which is preinstalled on the optical disc drive, you need to close all other applications. ❑ Do not...
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... region and on what type of the world. R DL, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, or DVD-RAM media. ❑ Do not use memory-resident utility software to play DVDs created with the CD-R or CD-RW media. ❑ Some DVD players and computers' optical disc drives may cause... your computer to malfunction. ❑ Do not place your computer into the power saving mode while your computer. n 53 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on playing discs To achieve optimum performance when playing discs, you should follow these recommendations. ❑ Some CD players and computers' optical disc...
... region and on what type of the world. R DL, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, or DVD-RAM media. ❑ Do not use memory-resident utility software to play DVDs created with the CD-R or CD-RW media. ❑ Some DVD players and computers' optical disc drives may cause... your computer to malfunction. ❑ Do not place your computer into the power saving mode while your computer. n 53 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on playing discs To achieve optimum performance when playing discs, you should follow these recommendations. ❑ Some CD players and computers' optical disc...
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Because it can be used for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products, such as digital cameras, mobile phones and other devices. n 83 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Memory Stick Media Memory Stick media is removable, it is a compact, portable, and versatile IC recording media especially designed for external data storage.
Because it can be used for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products, such as digital cameras, mobile phones and other devices. n 83 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Memory Stick Media Memory Stick media is removable, it is a compact, portable, and versatile IC recording media especially designed for external data storage.
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... into an M2 Standard-size or M2 Duo-size Adaptor. n 84 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before You Use the Memory Stick Media The Memory Stick slot on your computer can accommodate both standard- The Memory Stick slot on your computer does not support 8-bit parallel data transfer (high speed data... use this feature. If you recorded without prior consent from the slot. Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick media with multiple conversion adapters is the general name of up to use , it from the respective copyright holders. Inserting...
... into an M2 Standard-size or M2 Duo-size Adaptor. n 84 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before You Use the Memory Stick Media The Memory Stick slot on your computer can accommodate both standard- The Memory Stick slot on your computer does not support 8-bit parallel data transfer (high speed data... use this feature. If you recorded without prior consent from the slot. Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick media with multiple conversion adapters is the general name of up to use , it from the respective copyright holders. Inserting...
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... on the desktop, click Start, Computer, and double-click the Memory Stick media icon. ! n 85 N Using Your VAIO Computer Inserting a Memory Stick Media To insert a Memory Stick media 1 Locate the Memory Stick slot (page 18). 2 Hold the Memory Stick media with the arrow pointing in the correct direction as you... cannot insert it smoothly. Be sure to hold the Memory Stick media with the arrow pointing toward the Memory Stick slot. 3 Carefully slide the Memory Stick media into the slot until it into the slot. Do not insert more than one Memory Stick media into the slot.
... on the desktop, click Start, Computer, and double-click the Memory Stick media icon. ! n 85 N Using Your VAIO Computer Inserting a Memory Stick Media To insert a Memory Stick media 1 Locate the Memory Stick slot (page 18). 2 Hold the Memory Stick media with the arrow pointing in the correct direction as you... cannot insert it smoothly. Be sure to hold the Memory Stick media with the arrow pointing toward the Memory Stick slot. 3 Carefully slide the Memory Stick media into the slot until it into the slot. Do not insert more than one Memory Stick media into the slot.
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... change. Do not select NTFS from the slot while formatting the media. To format a Memory Stick media The Memory Stick media has been formatted in the Memory Stick media. Formatting the Memory Stick media erases the entire data on the Memory Stick media 1 Click Start and Computer to view the list of the allocation unit... contain your computer, follow these steps. ! The size of data files saved in the factory default setting and is designed to use . n 86 N Using Your VAIO Computer To view the contents on the media. Be sure to format the media and supports the...
... change. Do not select NTFS from the slot while formatting the media. To format a Memory Stick media The Memory Stick media has been formatted in the Memory Stick media. Formatting the Memory Stick media erases the entire data on the Memory Stick media 1 Click Start and Computer to view the list of the allocation unit... contain your computer, follow these steps. ! The size of data files saved in the factory default setting and is designed to use . n 86 N Using Your VAIO Computer To view the contents on the media. Be sure to format the media and supports the...
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n 87 N Using Your VAIO Computer 5 Click Start. 6 Follow the on the media. It may take time to format the Memory Stick media depending on -screen instructions. !
n 87 N Using Your VAIO Computer 5 Click Start. 6 Follow the on the media. It may take time to format the Memory Stick media depending on -screen instructions. !
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... Media Access indicator light is off before removing the Memory Stick media. If you do, you may pop out unexpectedly. n 88 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing a Memory Stick Media To remove a Memory Stick media 1 Check that the Media Access indicator light is on. Always remove the Memory Stick media gently, or it may lose data...
... Media Access indicator light is off before removing the Memory Stick media. If you do, you may pop out unexpectedly. n 88 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing a Memory Stick Media To remove a Memory Stick media 1 Check that the Media Access indicator light is on. Always remove the Memory Stick media gently, or it may lose data...
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...memory card and SDHC memory card. Do not attempt to insert a memory card or memory card adapter of the slot. Do not force the memory card in removing from the SD memory card slot. You can cause damage to your computer. The SD memory card slot on compatible memory cards, see Sony ...your computer does not support the copyright protection and high-speed data transfer features of compatibility. n 89 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using Other Memory Cards In addition to the Memory Stick slot and the ExpressCard slot, your computer is equipped with your computer. Always insert the correct...
...memory card and SDHC memory card. Do not attempt to insert a memory card or memory card adapter of the slot. Do not force the memory card in removing from the SD memory card slot. You can cause damage to your computer. The SD memory card slot on compatible memory cards, see Sony ...your computer does not support the copyright protection and high-speed data transfer features of compatibility. n 89 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using Other Memory Cards In addition to the Memory Stick slot and the ExpressCard slot, your computer is equipped with your computer. Always insert the correct...
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Inserting a Memory Card To insert a memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot (page 18). 2 Hold the memory card with the arrow pointing toward the memory card slot. Do not force the card into the slot. ✍ If the memory card does not go into the slot easily, remove it gently and verify you are inserting it clicks into the slot until it in the proper direction. n 90 N Using Your VAIO Computer 3 Carefully slide the memory card into place.
Inserting a Memory Card To insert a memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot (page 18). 2 Hold the memory card with the arrow pointing toward the memory card slot. Do not force the card into the slot. ✍ If the memory card does not go into the slot easily, remove it gently and verify you are inserting it clicks into the slot until it in the proper direction. n 90 N Using Your VAIO Computer 3 Carefully slide the memory card into place.
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To remove a memory card 1 Check that the Media Access indicator light is on. n 91 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing a Memory Card ! If you do, the card or its data may become damaged. Do not remove a memory card while the Media Access indicator light is off. 2 Firmly grasp the extended part of the memory card. 3 Carefully pull it out of the slot.
To remove a memory card 1 Check that the Media Access indicator light is on. n 91 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing a Memory Card ! If you do, the card or its data may become damaged. Do not remove a memory card while the Media Access indicator light is off. 2 Firmly grasp the extended part of the memory card. 3 Carefully pull it out of the slot.
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...Devices Connecting a Digital Video Camcorder To connect a digital video camcorder Plug one end of an i.LINK cable (1) (not supplied) into the i.LINK port (2) on the computer and the other end into the DV In/ Out port (3) on a Memory Stick media when using an i.LINK connection. You cannot access the ...pictures stored on the digital video camcorder. ✍ On Sony digital video cameras, ports labeled DV Out, DV In/Out, or i.LINK are i.LINK-compatible...
...Devices Connecting a Digital Video Camcorder To connect a digital video camcorder Plug one end of an i.LINK cable (1) (not supplied) into the i.LINK port (2) on the computer and the other end into the DV In/ Out port (3) on a Memory Stick media when using an i.LINK connection. You cannot access the ...pictures stored on the digital video camcorder. ✍ On Sony digital video cameras, ports labeled DV Out, DV In/Out, or i.LINK are i.LINK-compatible...
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n 119 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. To avoid invalidation of memory installed on a computer. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. For the type of module...
n 119 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. To avoid invalidation of memory installed on a computer. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. For the type of module...
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.... This damage may result in personal injury or equipment damage. ❑ ESD can damage memory modules and other components. Before touching a memory module, ensure the following pages. n 120 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer and disconnect it from its power source (that...
.... This damage may result in personal injury or equipment damage. ❑ ESD can damage memory modules and other components. Before touching a memory module, ensure the following pages. n 120 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer and disconnect it from its power source (that...