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... to avoid bright spots on the display. Use indirect lighting to find the best position. Proper lighting adds to the proper position. Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and reflection on the display.
... to avoid bright spots on the display. Use indirect lighting to find the best position. Proper lighting adds to the proper position. Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and reflection on the display.
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...the previous song/file during audio playback. To do so, press and hold the button or launch and navigate through the VAIO Control Center to display the setup window. Decrease (-) and increase (+) the volume. Special-function button S1 button VOL-/VOL+ buttons Functions By default, the S1... Using Special-function Buttons Your computer is equipped with special buttons to display the setup window. * On models with the VAIO Control Center for playback. To change the default software options in the VAIO Launcher. Stop button Stops playback of a CD, DVD, or Blu-ray Disc™* media ...
...the previous song/file during audio playback. To do so, press and hold the button or launch and navigate through the VAIO Control Center to display the setup window. Decrease (-) and increase (+) the volume. Special-function button S1 button VOL-/VOL+ buttons Functions By default, the S1... Using Special-function Buttons Your computer is equipped with special buttons to display the setup window. * On models with the VAIO Control Center for playback. To change the default software options in the VAIO Launcher. Stop button Stops playback of a CD, DVD, or Blu-ray Disc™* media ...
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... EYE camera. If another software application is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. Note that launching or exiting your desired application. ! The viewer window may show some noise, for example horizontal streaks, if you to instant messaging software and video editing software and enables you view a rapid-moving object... built-in MOTION EYE camera adds video functionality to capture still images and movies with the preinstalled image capture software. n 33 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera Your computer is possible with the appropriate software.
... EYE camera. If another software application is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. Note that launching or exiting your desired application. ! The viewer window may show some noise, for example horizontal streaks, if you to instant messaging software and video editing software and enables you view a rapid-moving object... built-in MOTION EYE camera adds video functionality to capture still images and movies with the preinstalled image capture software. n 33 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera Your computer is possible with the appropriate software.
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.... The current image in the viewfinder is captured and its thumbnail image is added as a the thumbnail in the left pane of the main window. ✍ When capturing an image in a dark place, click the WebCam Settings icon after step 2 and select the low light or low... the viewfinder. 4 Click the Capture button below the displayed image. See the help file included with the software for more features. n 34 N Using Your VAIO Computer Capturing Still Images To capture a still image 1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 2, and WebCam Companion 2 to launch the WebCam Companion 2....
.... The current image in the viewfinder is captured and its thumbnail image is added as a the thumbnail in the left pane of the main window. ✍ When capturing an image in a dark place, click the WebCam Settings icon after step 2 and select the low light or low... the viewfinder. 4 Click the Capture button below the displayed image. See the help file included with the software for more features. n 34 N Using Your VAIO Computer Capturing Still Images To capture a still image 1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 2, and WebCam Companion 2 to launch the WebCam Companion 2....
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... features. n 35 N Using Your VAIO Computer Capturing Movies To capture a movie 1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 2, and WebCam Companion 2 to launch the WebCam Companion 2. 2 Click the Record icon in the main window. 3 Frame your subject in the properties window. The first scene of the captured... movie is added as a thumbnail in the left pane of the main window. ✍ When capturing a movie in a dark place, click the ...
... features. n 35 N Using Your VAIO Computer Capturing Movies To capture a movie 1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 2, and WebCam Companion 2 to launch the WebCam Companion 2. 2 Click the Record icon in the main window. 3 Frame your subject in the properties window. The first scene of the captured... movie is added as a thumbnail in the left pane of the main window. ✍ When capturing a movie in a dark place, click the ...
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..., click Start, All Programs, and the desired CD software to play an audio CD 1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive. If the Audio CD window appears, click to the empty disc folder. 3 Close the disc folder. Copying Files to CDs To copy files to a disc 1 Insert a disc into the optical... empty disc folder appears. 2 Open the folder that contains the file(s) you want to copy and drag them to select an option. n 42 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing CDs To play the CD.
..., click Start, All Programs, and the desired CD software to play an audio CD 1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive. If the Audio CD window appears, click to the empty disc folder. 3 Close the disc folder. Copying Files to CDs To copy files to a disc 1 Insert a disc into the optical... empty disc folder appears. 2 Open the folder that contains the file(s) you want to copy and drag them to select an option. n 42 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing CDs To play the CD.
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...the Memory Stick erases the entire data on the Memory Stick 1 Click Start and Computer to open the Computer window. 3 Right-click the Memory Stick icon and select Format. 4 Click Restore device defaults. ! This could ...Carefully slide the Memory Stick into the slot until it clicks into place. 2 Click Start and Computer to open the Computer window. 2 Double-click the Memory Stick icon to reformat the media with your valuable data. Do not remove the Memory Stick...media and supports the Memory Stick when formatting the media. n 51 N Using Your VAIO Computer To view the contents on the media.
...the Memory Stick erases the entire data on the Memory Stick 1 Click Start and Computer to open the Computer window. 3 Right-click the Memory Stick icon and select Format. 4 Click Restore device defaults. ! This could ...Carefully slide the Memory Stick into the slot until it clicks into place. 2 Click Start and Computer to open the Computer window. 2 Double-click the Memory Stick icon to reformat the media with your valuable data. Do not remove the Memory Stick...media and supports the Memory Stick when formatting the media. n 51 N Using Your VAIO Computer To view the contents on the media.
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...-up . 4 Follow the on the computer. 2 Plug the other end into the modem port on -screen instructions. The Connect to the Internet window appears. 3 Click Dial-up connection to the Internet 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Connect to the Internet under Network and Internet. To ...to a telephone line with a telephone cable (not supplied) and have an account with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). n 57 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Internet Setting Up a Dial-up Internet Connection Before you can connect to the Internet, you connect a telephone cable coming through a ...
...-up . 4 Follow the on the computer. 2 Plug the other end into the modem port on -screen instructions. The Connect to the Internet window appears. 3 Click Dial-up connection to the Internet 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Connect to the Internet under Network and Internet. To ...to a telephone line with a telephone cable (not supplied) and have an account with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). n 57 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Internet Setting Up a Dial-up Internet Connection Before you can connect to the Internet, you connect a telephone cable coming through a ...
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To communicate with another Bluetooth device To communicate with Another Bluetooth Device You can connect your computer to a Bluetooth device such as another Bluetooth device, you first need to set up and using the Bluetooth function, search for Bluetooth information using Windows Help and Support. For setting up the Bluetooth function. To open Windows Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. n 65 N Using Your VAIO Computer Communicating with another computer, a mobile phone, a PDA, a headset, a mouse, or a digital camera without the use of any cables.
To communicate with another Bluetooth device To communicate with Another Bluetooth Device You can connect your computer to a Bluetooth device such as another Bluetooth device, you first need to set up and using the Bluetooth function, search for Bluetooth information using Windows Help and Support. For setting up the Bluetooth function. To open Windows Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. n 65 N Using Your VAIO Computer Communicating with another computer, a mobile phone, a PDA, a headset, a mouse, or a digital camera without the use of any cables.
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... a single desktop. Certain software applications may not support the Multiple Monitors function. Set fewer colors or a lower resolution for each display, do not expand a single window across separate displays. For example, if you have an external display connected to the monitor port, your computer does not enter Sleep or Hibernate mode...
... a single desktop. Certain software applications may not support the Multiple Monitors function. Set fewer colors or a lower resolution for each display, do not expand a single window across separate displays. For example, if you have an external display connected to the monitor port, your computer does not enter Sleep or Hibernate mode...
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For details on -screen instructions to change the S1 button assignment to display the window for each display and customize the Multiple Monitors function. At the confirmation prompt, click Yes. n 77 N Using Peripheral Devices To use the Multiple Monitors function ! ...
For details on -screen instructions to change the S1 button assignment to display the window for each display and customize the Multiple Monitors function. At the confirmation prompt, click Yes. n 77 N Using Peripheral Devices To use the Multiple Monitors function ! ...
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n 78 N Using Peripheral Devices ✍ You can set the display colors and resolution for changing the assignment. To change the S1 button assignment to display the window for each display and customize the Multiple Monitors function. Additionally, you can also change the S1 button assignment, press and hold the S1 button to activate the Multiple Monitors function with the S1 button. For details on the S1 button, see Using Special-function Buttons (page 32).
n 78 N Using Peripheral Devices ✍ You can set the display colors and resolution for changing the assignment. To change the S1 button assignment to display the window for each display and customize the Multiple Monitors function. Additionally, you can also change the S1 button assignment, press and hold the S1 button to activate the Multiple Monitors function with the S1 button. For details on the S1 button, see Using Special-function Buttons (page 32).
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n 83 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Printer You can connect a USB printer compatible with your version of a USB printer cable (2) (not supplied) into an AC outlet. 2 Choose the USB port (3) you prefer to use. 3 Plug one end of Windows to print documents. To connect a printer using the USB port 1 Plug the power cord (1) of your computer to the computer. Connecting a Printer Using the USB Port You can connect a Windows-compatible printer to your printer into the USB port and the other end to your printer.
n 83 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Printer You can connect a USB printer compatible with your version of a USB printer cable (2) (not supplied) into an AC outlet. 2 Choose the USB port (3) you prefer to use. 3 Plug one end of Windows to print documents. To connect a printer using the USB port 1 Plug the power cord (1) of your computer to the computer. Connecting a Printer Using the USB Port You can connect a Windows-compatible printer to your printer into the USB port and the other end to your printer.
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... is a software application developed exclusively for VAIO computers. Click this software application, you are using at that shows your computer and longer battery life. The VAIO Power Management is added to ensure better operation of power source you can enhance the Windows power management functions to the Windows Power Options Properties. Otherwise, click Save...
... is a software application developed exclusively for VAIO computers. Click this software application, you are using at that shows your computer and longer battery life. The VAIO Power Management is added to ensure better operation of power source you can enhance the Windows power management functions to the Windows Power Options Properties. Otherwise, click Save...
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... with your computer. Before you can increase the amount of memory by installing optional memory modules. Ground yourself by the computer or the Windows operating system becomes unstable, contact the sales dealer or the manufacturer of your memory module. ❑ Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage ...) and from any cover or panel from the computer. Install the memory module only at an ESD workstation. n 102 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you upgrade your computer's memory, read the notes ...
... with your computer. Before you can increase the amount of memory by installing optional memory modules. Ground yourself by the computer or the Windows operating system becomes unstable, contact the sales dealer or the manufacturer of your memory module. ❑ Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage ...) and from any cover or panel from the computer. Install the memory module only at an ESD workstation. n 102 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you upgrade your computer's memory, read the notes ...
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This could damage the screen. This could cause a malfunction. ❑ Using your computer in the Tablet PC Settings window even when there are change the LCD screen orientation setting in low temperature conditions may appear on the LCD screen. This is...The residual image disappears after a while. This is manufactured using your computer unstable. You may make your computer near a window. ❑ Do not scratch the surface of time. Sony assumes no liability for any malfunctions arising from changes to prevent residual images. ❑ The LCD screen becomes warm during ...
This could damage the screen. This could cause a malfunction. ❑ Using your computer in the Tablet PC Settings window even when there are change the LCD screen orientation setting in low temperature conditions may appear on the LCD screen. This is...The residual image disappears after a while. This is manufactured using your computer unstable. You may make your computer near a window. ❑ Do not scratch the surface of time. Sony assumes no liability for any malfunctions arising from changes to prevent residual images. ❑ The LCD screen becomes warm during ...
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n 121 N Precautions Updating Your Computer Be sure to download the updates. Your computer must be connected to the Internet to install the latest updates on your computer with the following software applications so that the computer can run more efficiently. ❑ Windows Update Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on-screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 4 Click Start, All Programs, VAIO Update 4, and VAIO Update Options and then follow the on-screen instructions. !
n 121 N Precautions Updating Your Computer Be sure to download the updates. Your computer must be connected to the Internet to install the latest updates on your computer with the following software applications so that the computer can run more efficiently. ❑ Windows Update Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on-screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 4 Click Start, All Programs, VAIO Update 4, and VAIO Update Options and then follow the on-screen instructions. !
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... computer or software stops responding? ❑ If your computer stops responding while a software application is running, press the Alt+F4 keys to close the application window. n 125 N Troubleshooting What should I do not work, click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Shut Down to turn off your .... ❑ If your computer does not turn off, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow and Shut Down. If the Windows Security window appears, click Shut Down. Turning off your computer with the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data. ...
... computer or software stops responding? ❑ If your computer stops responding while a software application is running, press the Alt+F4 keys to close the application window. n 125 N Troubleshooting What should I do not work, click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Shut Down to turn off your .... ❑ If your computer does not turn off, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow and Shut Down. If the Windows Security window appears, click Shut Down. Turning off your computer with the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data. ...
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...seconds to turn off the indicator before entering the password. n 127 N Troubleshooting What should I do if Windows does not start and a message appears, when I do if a message window, notifying of incompatibility or improper installation of the battery pack, appears and my computer enters Hibernate mode? ❑... password. Wait for more than the maximum? When entering the password, check that the power indicator light turns off. For details, see Sony Support Information (page 170). To find the nearest center or agent, see Installing the Battery Pack (page 21). ❑ If the...
...seconds to turn off the indicator before entering the password. n 127 N Troubleshooting What should I do if Windows does not start and a message appears, when I do if a message window, notifying of incompatibility or improper installation of the battery pack, appears and my computer enters Hibernate mode? ❑... password. Wait for more than the maximum? When entering the password, check that the power indicator light turns off. For details, see Sony Support Information (page 170). To find the nearest center or agent, see Installing the Battery Pack (page 21). ❑ If the...
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...the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 170). Select a screen saver other than the VAIO Original Screen Saver. What should I cannot remember the power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to turn -off . The VAIO Original Screen Saver disables the timer ...setting, which you have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. If you can select using the Windows power options, ...
...the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 170). Select a screen saver other than the VAIO Original Screen Saver. What should I cannot remember the power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to turn -off . The VAIO Original Screen Saver disables the timer ...setting, which you have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. If you can select using the Windows power options, ...