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... Start, point to the Sony online support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport for customers in USA, at http://www.sony.ca/support for customers in Canada, or at http://www.sony.com/lapcsupport for customers in Latin American countries or areas. ❑ VAIO Recovery Guide - The online Specifications describe the hardware and software...
... Start, point to the Sony online support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport for customers in USA, at http://www.sony.ca/support for customers in Canada, or at http://www.sony.com/lapcsupport for customers in Latin American countries or areas. ❑ VAIO Recovery Guide - The online Specifications describe the hardware and software...
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n 19 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your computer is supplied with additional keys that perform specific functions. The wireless keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with a wireless keyboard.
n 19 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your computer is supplied with additional keys that perform specific functions. The wireless keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with a wireless keyboard.
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... media your specifications for use with digital audio material on your computer's optical disc drives. For inquiries about disc formats, contact the individual publisher of the pre-recorded disc or the manufacturer of VAIO CD drives ...to the CD Standard. ! USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. Optical disc drive Plays Records to check... a DualDisc may not play on the model you purchased. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of the recordable disc. Use the table below to DVD drives).
... media your specifications for use with digital audio material on your computer's optical disc drives. For inquiries about disc formats, contact the individual publisher of the pre-recorded disc or the manufacturer of VAIO CD drives ...to the CD Standard. ! USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. Optical disc drive Plays Records to check... a DualDisc may not play on the model you purchased. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of the recordable disc. Use the table below to DVD drives).
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... decrease (-) the volume. N Directional arrow buttons Press the M, m, E VOL button Press to view previously recorded TV programs (In My TV window). H Channel number buttons (0-9) Press to select specific channels or enter text. (Press Enter or OK to activate the channel selection.) I CLEAR button Use to reduce power.... G GUIDE button Press to view videos from your area. L MY VIDEOS button Press to view the TV program guide for Media Center features. n 47 N Using Your VAIO Computer D BACK button Press to return to view pictures or a slide show. K MY PICTURES button Press...
... decrease (-) the volume. N Directional arrow buttons Press the M, m, E VOL button Press to view previously recorded TV programs (In My TV window). H Channel number buttons (0-9) Press to select specific channels or enter text. (Press Enter or OK to activate the channel selection.) I CLEAR button Use to reduce power.... G GUIDE button Press to view videos from your area. L MY VIDEOS button Press to view the TV program guide for Media Center features. n 47 N Using Your VAIO Computer D BACK button Press to return to view pictures or a slide show. K MY PICTURES button Press...
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... through walls and ceilings. n 64 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) Using the Sony Wireless LAN (WLAN), all your digital devices with built-in WLAN functionality communicate freely with the IEEE802.11i specification. The standard includes the encryption method: Wired Equivalent Privacy... 5 times faster than a standard dial up. Proposed jointly by the IEEE and Wi-Fi Alliance, WiFi Protected Access is a specification of data protection and access control for existing WiFi networks. IEEE802.11a/g: The standard speed is a security protocol and WiFi Protected Access...
... through walls and ceilings. n 64 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) Using the Sony Wireless LAN (WLAN), all your digital devices with built-in WLAN functionality communicate freely with the IEEE802.11i specification. The standard includes the encryption method: Wired Equivalent Privacy... 5 times faster than a standard dial up. Proposed jointly by the IEEE and Wi-Fi Alliance, WiFi Protected Access is a specification of data protection and access control for existing WiFi networks. IEEE802.11a/g: The standard speed is a security protocol and WiFi Protected Access...
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...representation using the digits 0-9, with their usual meaning, plus the letters A-F (or a-f) to represent hexadecimal digits with another computer. *1 See the online Specifications to see whether your model supports the Bluetooth functionality. *2 If you want to communicate between two or more computers, you need to enter the same...all computers as on the first computer you need to configure all these computers the exact same way. n 67 N Using Your VAIO Computer 13 Enter exactly the same Network key again, for confirmation. 14 Select the check box This is ready to communicate with values...
...representation using the digits 0-9, with their usual meaning, plus the letters A-F (or a-f) to represent hexadecimal digits with another computer. *1 See the online Specifications to see whether your model supports the Bluetooth functionality. *2 If you want to communicate between two or more computers, you need to enter the same...all computers as on the first computer you need to configure all these computers the exact same way. n 67 N Using Your VAIO Computer 13 Enter exactly the same Network key again, for confirmation. 14 Select the check box This is ready to communicate with values...
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The Access Point bridges the wireless and wired LAN and acts as a central controller for example the Sony Access Point. n 69 N Using Your VAIO Computer Communicating with an Access Point (Infrastructure) An infrastructure network is a network that extends an existing wired local network to wireless devices by providing an Access Point, for the Wireless LAN. The Access Point coordinates transmission and reception from multiple wireless devices within a specific range.
The Access Point bridges the wireless and wired LAN and acts as a central controller for example the Sony Access Point. n 69 N Using Your VAIO Computer Communicating with an Access Point (Infrastructure) An infrastructure network is a network that extends an existing wired local network to wireless devices by providing an Access Point, for the Wireless LAN. The Access Point coordinates transmission and reception from multiple wireless devices within a specific range.
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... the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch. Turning off the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch. ! n 71 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to a wireless network (Models with the VAIO Wireless Utility software only) Use the VAIO Wireless Utility software to guide you through the set up process and provide you with the Bluetooth functionality... in data loss. ✍ The WPA key needs to contain at least 8 characters. On models with more information. 2 Turn on -screen instructions. * See the online Specifications to All Programs, and click VAIO Wireless Utility.
... the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch. Turning off the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch. ! n 71 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to a wireless network (Models with the VAIO Wireless Utility software only) Use the VAIO Wireless Utility software to guide you through the set up process and provide you with the Bluetooth functionality... in data loss. ✍ The WPA key needs to contain at least 8 characters. On models with more information. 2 Turn on -screen instructions. * See the online Specifications to All Programs, and click VAIO Wireless Utility.
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... or Hibernate mode after a certain amount of the power indicator light behind the power button tells you which allows you can turn off a specific device such as the LCD or the hard disk. Amber Computer is in . The green power indicator light is on in Normal mode (...change the settings under Power Schemes. To save power while not working, you to turn off specific devices, your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Standby and Hibernate. n 87 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes In addition to the normal operating mode, which mode the...
... or Hibernate mode after a certain amount of the power indicator light behind the power button tells you which allows you can turn off a specific device such as the LCD or the hard disk. Amber Computer is in . The green power indicator light is on in Normal mode (...change the settings under Power Schemes. To save power while not working, you to turn off specific devices, your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Standby and Hibernate. n 87 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes In addition to the normal operating mode, which mode the...
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...it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on your dealer to the online Specifications. For the type of module and amount of your guarantee due to mishandling, we recommend... the connectors or open the memory panel. To find the nearest center or agent, visit the Sony online support Web site. ❑ Before Upgrading Your Computer (page 91) ❑ Adding and... the Hard Disk Drive (page 102) n 90 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. For ...
...it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on your dealer to the online Specifications. For the type of module and amount of your guarantee due to mishandling, we recommend... the connectors or open the memory panel. To find the nearest center or agent, visit the Sony online support Web site. ❑ Before Upgrading Your Computer (page 91) ❑ Adding and... the Hard Disk Drive (page 102) n 90 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. For ...
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...'s information provided with open internal bays to install it in the computer. See the online Specifications for more information on how to correct the drive mapping, visit the Sony online support Web site. * Drive mapping refers to the assignment of an identifying letter to... correct the drive mapping, and/or create a VAIO Recovery Media Kit. The identified drives, including those for removable media, may not reflect correct drive/icon associations. n 102 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Installing the Hard Disk Drive Your computer may be changed.
...'s information provided with open internal bays to install it in the computer. See the online Specifications for more information on how to correct the drive mapping, visit the Sony online support Web site. * Drive mapping refers to the assignment of an identifying letter to... correct the drive mapping, and/or create a VAIO Recovery Media Kit. The identified drives, including those for removable media, may not reflect correct drive/icon associations. n 102 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Installing the Hard Disk Drive Your computer may be changed.
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... AC outlet is easily accessible. ❑ Use the power cord supplied with a surge protector. n 115 N Precautions On Using the Power Source ❑ See the online Specifications to check the power operation of your model. ❑ Do not share the AC outlet with other power cord as a photocopier or shredder. ❑ You...
... AC outlet is easily accessible. ❑ Use the power cord supplied with a surge protector. n 115 N Precautions On Using the Power Source ❑ See the online Specifications to check the power operation of your model. ❑ Do not share the AC outlet with other power cord as a photocopier or shredder. ❑ You...
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Copying a DVD movie would be a copyright infringement and therefore illegal. See the online Specifications to it. This could cause a write error or other damage. Note the possibility that has a label affixed to see whether your model is compatible with ...
Copying a DVD movie would be a copyright infringement and therefore illegal. See the online Specifications to it. This could cause a write error or other damage. Note the possibility that has a label affixed to see whether your model is compatible with ...
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... connecting a simple, low-powered device such as a mouse to test that the port is switched on the computer. The driver could be installed to the specific port you used the first time you connect the device directly to the AC outlet. ❑ Try using a different USB port on and using a printer...
... connecting a simple, low-powered device such as a mouse to test that the port is switched on the computer. The driver could be installed to the specific port you used the first time you connect the device directly to the AC outlet. ❑ Try using a different USB port on and using a printer...
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... problems. Type a description of the problem and the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online. Click the VAIO Update notice to information on -screen Help files. Sony Support Information See the following sources for answers in Latin American countries or areas...or at : http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. 4 Sony Computing Support This service provides instant access to open the VAIO Support web site and view the information. You can find the Help files from the Help menu under the specific program. 3 Operating System Online Support Your computer comes ...
... problems. Type a description of the problem and the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online. Click the VAIO Update notice to information on -screen Help files. Sony Support Information See the following sources for answers in Latin American countries or areas...or at : http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. 4 Sony Computing Support This service provides instant access to open the VAIO Support web site and view the information. You can find the Help files from the Help menu under the specific program. 3 Operating System Online Support Your computer comes ...
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VAIO Central provides a central location that gathers resources to configure your VAIO computer and view your computer's configuration and specifications. ❑ For users in USA Web Site http://www.sony.com/pcsupport Telephone 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972) ❑ For users in Canada Web Site http://www.sony.ca/support ❑ For users in Latin American countries or areas Web Site http://www.sony.com/lapcsupport Telephone 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972) n 163 N Support Options VAIO® Central Sony Electronics Inc.
VAIO Central provides a central location that gathers resources to configure your VAIO computer and view your computer's configuration and specifications. ❑ For users in USA Web Site http://www.sony.com/pcsupport Telephone 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972) ❑ For users in Canada Web Site http://www.sony.ca/support ❑ For users in Latin American countries or areas Web Site http://www.sony.com/lapcsupport Telephone 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972) n 163 N Support Options VAIO® Central Sony Electronics Inc.
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n 165 N Support Options VAIO® Support Central Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO Support Central provides an easy to navigate solution to common support needs, such as VAIO Documentation, product specifications, serial number, model name, service tag information, survey, registration, etc. ❑ For users in USA Web Site http://www.sony.com/pcsupport Telephone 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972) ❑ For users in Canada Web Site http://www.sony.ca/support ❑ For users in Latin American countries or areas Web Site http://www.sony.com/lapcsupport Telephone 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972)
n 165 N Support Options VAIO® Support Central Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO Support Central provides an easy to navigate solution to common support needs, such as VAIO Documentation, product specifications, serial number, model name, service tag information, survey, registration, etc. ❑ For users in USA Web Site http://www.sony.com/pcsupport Telephone 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972) ❑ For users in Canada Web Site http://www.sony.ca/support ❑ For users in Latin American countries or areas Web Site http://www.sony.com/lapcsupport Telephone 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972)
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The VAIO Update utility helps you keep your VAIO® computer up to date by regularly checking the Sony Online Support Web site for important software updates and information for your specific VAIO computer model. ❑ For users in USA Web Site http://www.sony.com/pcsupport Telephone 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972) ❑ For users in Canada Web Site http://www.sony.ca/support ❑ For users in Latin American countries or areas Web Site http://www.sony.com/lapcsupport Telephone 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972) n 166 N Support Options VAIO® Update Sony Electronics Inc.
The VAIO Update utility helps you keep your VAIO® computer up to date by regularly checking the Sony Online Support Web site for important software updates and information for your specific VAIO computer model. ❑ For users in USA Web Site http://www.sony.com/pcsupport Telephone 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972) ❑ For users in Canada Web Site http://www.sony.ca/support ❑ For users in Latin American countries or areas Web Site http://www.sony.com/lapcsupport Telephone 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972) n 166 N Support Options VAIO® Update Sony Electronics Inc.