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... Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 20 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 27 Updating Your Computer 28 Using Your VAIO Computer 29 Using the Keyboard 30 Using the Touch Pad 32 Using the Special-function Button 33 Using the Touch Sensor Buttons 34 Using the Built-in Camera 38 Using the Optical Disc Drive 39 Using the Memory Stick 46 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 51 Using the Internet 58 Using the Network (LAN 60 Using the Wireless LAN 61 Using the Bluetooth Function...
... Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 20 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 27 Updating Your Computer 28 Using Your VAIO Computer 29 Using the Keyboard 30 Using the Touch Pad 32 Using the Special-function Button 33 Using the Touch Sensor Buttons 34 Using the Built-in Camera 38 Using the Optical Disc Drive 39 Using the Memory Stick 46 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 51 Using the Internet 58 Using the Network (LAN 60 Using the Wireless LAN 61 Using the Bluetooth Function...
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... panel, or inside the battery compartment of your Sony VAIO computer. Customer Information Center If you might need. The serial number is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your VAIO PC. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find it at a U.S. Before Use...
... panel, or inside the battery compartment of your Sony VAIO computer. Customer Information Center If you might need. The serial number is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your VAIO PC. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find it at a U.S. Before Use...
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... accessories connected and set up your computer with your computer. Before starting your computer for example, a printer, an external hard disk drive, a scanner, and so on) at a time, following the manufacturers' instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 18) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 19) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 20) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 27) ❑ Updating...
... accessories connected and set up your computer with your computer. Before starting your computer for example, a printer, an external hard disk drive, a scanner, and so on) at a time, following the manufacturers' instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 18) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 19) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 20) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 27) ❑ Updating...
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... with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Disc drive Media Access Built-in MOTION EYE camera Optical disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in green when the computer is on the program you are enabled. Press the Caps Lock key to turn it off the indicator. Letters appear in uppercase. Press the Fn+Scr Lk keys to activate the numeric keypad. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on , blinks slowly in...
... with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Disc drive Media Access Built-in MOTION EYE camera Optical disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in green when the computer is on the program you are enabled. Press the Caps Lock key to turn it off the indicator. Letters appear in uppercase. Press the Fn+Scr Lk keys to activate the numeric keypad. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on , blinks slowly in...
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... decrease the volume, keep pressing the Fn+F5 keys or press the Fn+F5 keys and then the m or < key. Changes the volume level. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 30 N Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. Combinations/Feature Fn + % (F2): speaker switch Fn + 2 (F3/F4): speaker volume Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + / (F9/F10): zoom Functions Turns on some software.
... decrease the volume, keep pressing the Fn+F5 keys or press the Fn+F5 keys and then the m or < key. Changes the volume level. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 30 N Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. Combinations/Feature Fn + % (F2): speaker switch Fn + 2 (F3/F4): speaker volume Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + / (F9/F10): zoom Functions Turns on some software.
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... change the touch pad settings, use only the keyboard for pointer operations. If you disable the touch pad before connecting a mouse, you will be able to connect a mouse before disabling the touch pad. Be sure to use the VAIO Control Center. ! Slide your finger along the bottom edge to scroll horizontally (the scroll function is connected to your finger on the touch pad (1) to , select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen using the touch pad. Slide your finger on the touch pad...
... change the touch pad settings, use only the keyboard for pointer operations. If you disable the touch pad before connecting a mouse, you will be able to connect a mouse before disabling the touch pad. Be sure to use the VAIO Control Center. ! Slide your finger along the bottom edge to scroll horizontally (the scroll function is connected to your finger on the touch pad (1) to , select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen using the touch pad. Slide your finger on the touch pad...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 53 N To remove an ExpressCard module ! Before moving your computer, be sure to insert the ExpressCard slot protector into the slot. ✍ To remove the ExpressCard module when your computer is off, skip steps 1 to 4. 1 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 2 Select the hardware you want to unplug. 3 Click Stop. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to...
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 53 N To remove an ExpressCard module ! Before moving your computer, be sure to insert the ExpressCard slot protector into the slot. ✍ To remove the ExpressCard module when your computer is off, skip steps 1 to 4. 1 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 2 Select the hardware you want to unplug. 3 Click Stop. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to...
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... Internet. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 58 N Using the Internet Before using the Internet, you need to sign up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up the wireless LAN network. For the detailed instructions on connection setups and modem configuration, see the manual that came with your computer to the Internet, be available from your ISP: ❑ Fiber to the Home (FTTH) ❑ Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) ❑ Cable...
... Internet. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 58 N Using the Internet Before using the Internet, you need to sign up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up the wireless LAN network. For the detailed instructions on connection setups and modem configuration, see the manual that came with your computer to the Internet, be available from your ISP: ❑ Fiber to the Home (FTTH) ❑ Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) ❑ Cable...
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... end to your network. Public telephone subscriber line - Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Network (LAN) n 60 N Using the Network (LAN) You can be connected to the port may cause damage, overheating, or fire. - Connect one of a network cable (not supplied) to the network (Ethernet) port on your computer to 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T type networks with the default settings. ! For detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the network, ask your network administrator. ✍ Your...
... end to your network. Public telephone subscriber line - Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Network (LAN) n 60 N Using the Network (LAN) You can be connected to the port may cause damage, overheating, or fire. - Connect one of a network cable (not supplied) to the network (Ethernet) port on your computer to 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T type networks with the default settings. ! For detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the network, ask your network administrator. ✍ Your...
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... Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to change the settings. ❑ On models with the NVIDIA video controller 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Additional Options. 3 Click NVIDIA Control Panel. 4 Select the display setup option under Display. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions to change the Main/Clone setting as follows: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and Catalyst Control Center. 2 Click CCC. 3 Follow the on the type of your computer screen and the external display or projector at...
... Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to change the settings. ❑ On models with the NVIDIA video controller 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Additional Options. 3 Click NVIDIA Control Panel. 4 Select the display setup option under Display. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions to change the Main/Clone setting as follows: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and Catalyst Control Center. 2 Click CCC. 3 Follow the on the type of your computer screen and the external display or projector at...
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... the BIOS setup options, as well as to forget the password. The user password is provided for the standard users to allow for password entry when turning on your computer. Be sure not to start your computer from unauthorized access. For more information, see Using Fingerprint Authentication (page 70). Once you have set the password. If you forget the power-on password and need assistance to reset it safe...
... the BIOS setup options, as well as to forget the password. The user password is provided for the standard users to allow for password entry when turning on your computer. Be sure not to start your computer from unauthorized access. For more information, see Using Fingerprint Authentication (page 70). Once you have set the password. If you forget the power-on password and need assistance to reset it safe...
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... Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key to display the Security tab, select Set User Password, and then press the Enter key. 5 On the password entry screen, enter the current password once and a new password twice, and then press the Enter key. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 96 N To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen...
... Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key to display the Security tab, select Set User Password, and then press the Enter key. 5 On the password entry screen, enter the current password once and a new password twice, and then press the Enter key. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 96 N To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen...
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... power button for a long period of data, you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 101 N Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the built-in this mode. ! The orange power indicator light blinks slowly in storage device(s) and the CPU into Hibernate mode or turn off automatically. To activate Sleep mode Click Start, the arrow next to configure your computer will turn it is in Sleep mode...
... power button for a long period of data, you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 101 N Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the built-in this mode. ! The orange power indicator light blinks slowly in storage device(s) and the CPU into Hibernate mode or turn off automatically. To activate Sleep mode Click Start, the arrow next to configure your computer will turn it is in Sleep mode...
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... the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about the configuration of memory installed on your computer. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 107 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. To find out...
... the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about the configuration of memory installed on your computer. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 107 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. To find out...
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... again. What should I do if the charge indicator light is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate mode. Then reinstall the battery pack to the battery pack not being installed properly. Your computer may cause loss of unsaved data. To restore your computer to Normal mode 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Restart. 3 If your computer...
... again. What should I do if the charge indicator light is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate mode. Then reinstall the battery pack to the battery pack not being installed properly. Your computer may cause loss of unsaved data. To restore your computer to Normal mode 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Restart. 3 If your computer...
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A reset fee will be charged. Follow these steps: 1 Turn on password? What should I do if I change the boot device order. If you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. The BIOS setup screen appears. Troubleshooting > Computer n 134 N What should I do if my game software does not work or it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the web site of the BIOS functions to select Exit...
A reset fee will be charged. Follow these steps: 1 Turn on password? What should I do if I change the boot device order. If you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. The BIOS setup screen appears. Troubleshooting > Computer n 134 N What should I do if my game software does not work or it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the web site of the BIOS functions to select Exit...
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... video input from the built-in camera suspended for a few seconds? This problem occurs when you can set an appropriate value to eliminate flicker noise. Connect your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the direction of the camera or the brightness of camera images. light source, flicker, etc.) to one of power. To reduce flicker noise, change the corresponding power saving mode setting. To change the setting, see Using...
... video input from the built-in camera suspended for a few seconds? This problem occurs when you can set an appropriate value to eliminate flicker noise. Connect your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the direction of the camera or the brightness of camera images. light source, flicker, etc.) to one of power. To reduce flicker noise, change the corresponding power saving mode setting. To change the setting, see Using...
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... Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Maintenance. 3 Click System. Press (the touch sensor button) several times or keep pressing or the Fn+F4 keys to turn up the volume loud enough to hear sound. ❑ Right-click the volume icon on the taskbar and click Open Volume Mixer to check the settings. ❑ Check the volume setting in the audio mixer. ❑ If you are using external speakers...
... Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Maintenance. 3 Click System. Press (the touch sensor button) several times or keep pressing or the Fn+F4 keys to turn up the volume loud enough to hear sound. ❑ Right-click the volume icon on the taskbar and click Open Volume Mixer to check the settings. ❑ Check the volume setting in the audio mixer. ❑ If you are using external speakers...
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... connected to the ports on the printer and your computer. ❑ Make sure your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate), then restart the computer. ❑ If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Windows operating system installed on your computer may need to install the printer driver software before you use your computer. ❑ You may enable...
... connected to the ports on the printer and your computer. ❑ Make sure your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate), then restart the computer. ❑ If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Windows operating system installed on your computer may need to install the printer driver software before you use your computer. ❑ You may enable...
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... may have disabled the touch pad before connecting a mouse to close the application window. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do if the touch pad does not work , press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer. Troubleshooting > Touch Pad n 161 N Touch Pad What should I do not work, press the Windows key once and then the , key several times, select Restart with the M or m key, and press the Enter key to...
... may have disabled the touch pad before connecting a mouse to close the application window. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do if the touch pad does not work , press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer. Troubleshooting > Touch Pad n 161 N Touch Pad What should I do not work, press the Windows key once and then the , key several times, select Restart with the M or m key, and press the Enter key to...