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.... ❑ Safety Information - To view the online specifications: 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...
.... ❑ Safety Information - To view the online specifications: 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...
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... -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use My VAIO. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - See the online specifications to find out whether your entire hard disk drive to the original factory settings. Provides... information about setting up Bluetooth*, wireless LAN, and wireless WAN* functions. n7 N Before Use ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Provides ...
... -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use My VAIO. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - See the online specifications to find out whether your entire hard disk drive to the original factory settings. Provides... information about setting up Bluetooth*, wireless LAN, and wireless WAN* functions. n7 N Before Use ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Provides ...
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... VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software information. ❑ Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer. n8 N Before Use Help and Support Help and Support is easy to access and provides a single location for general information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony...
... VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software information. ❑ Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer. n8 N Before Use Help and Support Help and Support is easy to access and provides a single location for general information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony...
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...or areas. Front A Built-in speakers (stereo) B Built-in microphone (monaural) C Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 17) D Built-in specifications. It may be different from those illustrated in this manual due to variations in MOTION EYE camera (page 43) E Power indicator (page 17) F ...Remote sensor Point the supplied remote commander to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. ! G SONY logo lamp (page 120) H LCD screen (page 139) I HDMI SELECT indicator* (page 17) J WIRELESS indicator (page 17) K DISPLAY OFF indicator (page ...
...or areas. Front A Built-in speakers (stereo) B Built-in microphone (monaural) C Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 17) D Built-in specifications. It may be different from those illustrated in this manual due to variations in MOTION EYE camera (page 43) E Power indicator (page 17) F ...Remote sensor Point the supplied remote commander to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. ! G SONY logo lamp (page 120) H LCD screen (page 139) I HDMI SELECT indicator* (page 17) J WIRELESS indicator (page 17) K DISPLAY OFF indicator (page ...
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...Keyboard (page 26) for the detailed procedure. Do not mix old (used , new or different types of battery. Confirm that perform specific functions. Press the CONNECT button located on the back of your computer first, and then press the CONNECT button on the 2.4 GHz ...not mix alkaline with manganese batteries. These devices may create interference, causing the keyboard to stop working properly. n 35 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard A wireless keyboard is supplied with your computer or wireless keyboard, as this may cause interference, causing the keyboard to...
...Keyboard (page 26) for the detailed procedure. Do not mix old (used , new or different types of battery. Confirm that perform specific functions. Press the CONNECT button located on the back of your computer first, and then press the CONNECT button on the 2.4 GHz ...not mix alkaline with manganese batteries. These devices may create interference, causing the keyboard to stop working properly. n 35 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard A wireless keyboard is supplied with your computer or wireless keyboard, as this may cause interference, causing the keyboard to...
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n 49 N Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing Optical Discs Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, 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 49 N Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing Optical Discs Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, 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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... support movie playback on the disc package carefully to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications (CD Standard). Note that the audio side (non-DVD side) of a DualDisc ...CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. It is not supported. n 51 N Using Your VAIO Computer ! VAIO computers may restrict video output to... the CD Standard. When you need to update the AACS key. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of reading 8 cm discs with a DVD recorded layer on one...
... support movie playback on the disc package carefully to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications (CD Standard). Note that the audio side (non-DVD side) of a DualDisc ...CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. It is not supported. n 51 N Using Your VAIO Computer ! VAIO computers may restrict video output to... the CD Standard. When you need to update the AACS key. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of reading 8 cm discs with a DVD recorded layer on one...
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... nothing appears on selected models only. The Blu-ray Disc playback function is available on how to Blu-ray Disc Media ! n 55 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! For instructions on selected models only. Copying Files to use the software, see the help file included with your... optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 49) to find out about the supported disc media. See the online specifications to find out the type of your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 49) to play a Blu-ray Disc...
... nothing appears on selected models only. The Blu-ray Disc playback function is available on how to Blu-ray Disc Media ! n 55 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! For instructions on selected models only. Copying Files to use the software, see the help file included with your... optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 49) to find out about the supported disc media. See the online specifications to find out the type of your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 49) to play a Blu-ray Disc...
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...specifications to set up your TV, set-top box, and other equipment. The Windows Media Center provides you with the Windows Media Center, your TV tuner board configuration. See the on-screen Media Center User Guide for more information on -screen guide 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use My VAIO... with a wide range of TV, DVD, and video viewing, as well as music recording and playback. This section describes how to find out about your computer may have some TV tuner boards installed: one analog tuner board and one ATSC tuner board, or one analog tuner board only. To...
...specifications to set up your TV, set-top box, and other equipment. The Windows Media Center provides you with the Windows Media Center, your TV tuner board configuration. See the on-screen Media Center User Guide for more information on -screen guide 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use My VAIO... with a wide range of TV, DVD, and video viewing, as well as music recording and playback. This section describes how to find out about your computer may have some TV tuner boards installed: one analog tuner board and one ATSC tuner board, or one analog tuner board only. To...
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To connect in CATV mode (Option 1) 1 Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable (1) (supplied) to your computer and the location of your cable service access (wall outlet) (2). 2 Connect the other end to the CABLE/ANT ANALOG input port (3) on the computer. The appearance of the ports may also vary in some countries or areas. It may be different from those illustrated in this manual due to standard cable access (CATV) ! n 58 N Using Your VAIO Computer Connecting to variations in specifications.
To connect in CATV mode (Option 1) 1 Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable (1) (supplied) to your computer and the location of your cable service access (wall outlet) (2). 2 Connect the other end to the CABLE/ANT ANALOG input port (3) on the computer. The appearance of the ports may also vary in some countries or areas. It may be different from those illustrated in this manual due to standard cable access (CATV) ! n 58 N Using Your VAIO Computer Connecting to variations in specifications.
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...arrow buttons Press the M, m, This button works the same as Media Center. K Start button Press to open applications. F Alphanumeric buttons Press to select specific channels or enter text. (Press ENTER or OK to activate the channel selection.) G CLEAR button Press to close the active application window. I APPLICATION CLOSE... to reduce power consumption. H APPLICATION SELECT button Press to switch among open the Media Center Start menu. n 70 N Using Your VAIO Computer E Guide button Press to view the TV program guide for features on software applications, such as the Alt+Tab keys.
...arrow buttons Press the M, m, This button works the same as Media Center. K Start button Press to open applications. F Alphanumeric buttons Press to select specific channels or enter text. (Press ENTER or OK to activate the channel selection.) G CLEAR button Press to close the active application window. I APPLICATION CLOSE... to reduce power consumption. H APPLICATION SELECT button Press to switch among open the Media Center Start menu. n 70 N Using Your VAIO Computer E Guide button Press to view the TV program guide for features on software applications, such as the Alt+Tab keys.
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...N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the HDMI Input Function Your computer may be equipped with an HDMI INPUT port that enables you can receive the highdefinition video and sound outputs from the connected device and you to connect a device with the HDMI output port, such as a TV program, displayed on... your computer and starting Windows. With the HDMI Input function, the computer can view and hear them on the computer without turning on your computer is equipped with the HDMI Input function. See the online specifications to the computer. You ...
...N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the HDMI Input Function Your computer may be equipped with an HDMI INPUT port that enables you can receive the highdefinition video and sound outputs from the connected device and you to connect a device with the HDMI output port, such as a TV program, displayed on... your computer and starting Windows. With the HDMI Input function, the computer can view and hear them on the computer without turning on your computer is equipped with the HDMI Input function. See the online specifications to the computer. You ...
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... Memory Stick with multiple conversion adapters is the general name of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. Accordingly, the Memory Stick with capacity of compatibility. The Memory Stick slot on your computer can... PRO-HG Duo formats with the MagicGate logo to 16 GB that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are available as of compatibility. If you may not be used...into the Memory Stick slot without prior consent from the slot. n 87 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before You Use the Memory Stick The Memory Stick slot on your computer does not...
... Memory Stick with multiple conversion adapters is the general name of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. Accordingly, the Memory Stick with capacity of compatibility. The Memory Stick slot on your computer can... PRO-HG Duo formats with the MagicGate logo to 16 GB that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are available as of compatibility. If you may not be used...into the Memory Stick slot without prior consent from the slot. n 87 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before You Use the Memory Stick The Memory Stick slot on your computer does not...
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However, not all memory cards that meet the same specifications as of May 2008. SD memory cards with capacity of up to 2 ... the compatible media are guaranteed of a different type into the SD memory card slot. n 92 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with your computer. The SD memory card slot on your ... web site. ! Before You Use the SD Memory Card The SD memory card slot on compatible memory cards, see Sony Support Information (page 193) to transfer data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices....
However, not all memory cards that meet the same specifications as of May 2008. SD memory cards with capacity of up to 2 ... the compatible media are guaranteed of a different type into the SD memory card slot. n 92 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with your computer. The SD memory card slot on your ... web site. ! Before You Use the SD Memory Card The SD memory card slot on compatible memory cards, see Sony Support Information (page 193) to transfer data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices....
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...N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ In some countries, using WLAN products may cause lower communication speed, narrower communication range, or broken wireless connections. Therefore, before activating the WLAN function, read the Safety Information carefully. Besides that, there are specifications of standards based... compatible devices is backward compatible with devices using the 2.4 GHz bandwidth cannot communicate with WPA. * See the online specifications to secure all versions of data protection and access control for existing Wi-Fi networks. WPA2, the second generation of...
...N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ In some countries, using WLAN products may cause lower communication speed, narrower communication range, or broken wireless connections. Therefore, before activating the WLAN function, read the Safety Information carefully. Besides that, there are specifications of standards based... compatible devices is backward compatible with devices using the 2.4 GHz bandwidth cannot communicate with WPA. * See the online specifications to secure all versions of data protection and access control for existing Wi-Fi networks. WPA2, the second generation of...
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n 99 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Function The Bluetooth function is available on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility .... ! Be sure to 33 feet (10 meters) in an open area. You can transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth function. See the online specifications to find out whether your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile phone. You can establish wireless communication between these devices...
n 99 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Function The Bluetooth function is available on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility .... ! Be sure to 33 feet (10 meters) in an open area. You can transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth function. See the online specifications to find out whether your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile phone. You can establish wireless communication between these devices...
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... on your computer with Bluetooth technology and is a frequent occurrence with audio output from a connected Bluetooth device. Even if standards are maintained. n 100 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on using the Bluetooth function ❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on the following conditions: ❑ Obstacles, such as walls, located between... file being exchanged ❑ Note that large files may not be certified to make sure that the applicable standard requirements are met, individual device performance, specifications, and operation procedures can vary.
... on your computer with Bluetooth technology and is a frequent occurrence with audio output from a connected Bluetooth device. Even if standards are maintained. n 100 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on using the Bluetooth function ❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on the following conditions: ❑ Obstacles, such as walls, located between... file being exchanged ❑ Note that large files may not be certified to make sure that the applicable standard requirements are met, individual device performance, specifications, and operation procedures can vary.
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The green power indicator light is in this mode. To save power while not working, you to the normal operating mode, which allows you can turn off a specific device such as the LCD screen or the hard disk drive. n 121 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Mode In addition to turn off specific devices, your computer has a distinct power saving mode called Sleep mode. Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the computer when it is lit in use.
The green power indicator light is in this mode. To save power while not working, you to the normal operating mode, which allows you can turn off a specific device such as the LCD screen or the hard disk drive. n 121 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Mode In addition to turn off specific devices, your computer has a distinct power saving mode called Sleep mode. Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the computer when it is lit in use.
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... center or agent, see the online specifications. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. For the type of module and the amount of the warranty during your product warranty period, we recommend that: ❑ You should contact your model, see Sony Support Information (page 193). ❑... memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. n 124 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology.
... center or agent, see the online specifications. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. For the type of module and the amount of the warranty during your product warranty period, we recommend that: ❑ You should contact your model, see Sony Support Information (page 193). ❑... memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. n 124 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology.
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.... ❑ You can purchase a power strip with a surge protector. This device helps prevent damage to your computer or genuine Sony products. n 140 N Precautions Using the Power Source ❑ See the online specifications to check the power operation of time. ❑ Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. ❑ Use the...
.... ❑ You can purchase a power strip with a surge protector. This device helps prevent damage to your computer or genuine Sony products. n 140 N Precautions Using the Power Source ❑ See the online specifications to check the power operation of time. ❑ Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. ❑ Use the...