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... the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 20 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 28 Updating Your Computer 29 Using Your VAIO Computer 30 Using the Keyboard 31 Using the Touch Pad 32 Using Special-function Buttons 33 Using the Built-in Camera 34 Using the Optical...Display Modes 74 Using the Multiple Monitors Function 76 Connecting an External Microphone 79 Connecting a USB Device 80 Connecting an i.LINK Device 82 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 84 Setting the Password 85 Using the VAIO Control Center 90 Using the Power Saving Modes 91 Using the...
... the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 20 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 28 Updating Your Computer 29 Using Your VAIO Computer 30 Using the Keyboard 31 Using the Touch Pad 32 Using Special-function Buttons 33 Using the Built-in Camera 34 Using the Optical...Display Modes 74 Using the Multiple Monitors Function 76 Connecting an External Microphone 79 Connecting a USB Device 80 Connecting an i.LINK Device 82 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 84 Setting the Password 85 Using the VAIO Control Center 90 Using the Power Saving Modes 91 Using the...
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... find differences in the information when your computer, visit the Sony online support web sites at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://www.sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin ...American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/LA/ ❑ For customers in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the on-screen User Guide. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in the supplied manuals including this User Guide is ...
... find differences in the information when your computer, visit the Sony online support web sites at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://www.sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin ...American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/LA/ ❑ For customers in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the on-screen User Guide. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in the supplied manuals including this User Guide is ...
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... information. Safety guidelines and owner information. 2. Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer. On-screen Documentation ❑ Help and Support - General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Get started with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing...
... information. Safety guidelines and owner information. 2. Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer. On-screen Documentation ❑ Help and Support - General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Get started with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing...
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... functions. You may not be included with the preinstalled programs on your computer. May be available on your computer. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help (Selected models only) -
... functions. You may not be included with the preinstalled programs on your computer. May be available on your computer. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help (Selected models only) -
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Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n7 N 3. For operating system support, you can visit Microsoft customer support at http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. Support Web Sites ❑ Sony online support web site The Sony online support web site provides instant access to information...and the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online. ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://www.sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport...
Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n7 N 3. For operating system support, you can visit Microsoft customer support at http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. Support Web Sites ❑ Sony online support web site The Sony online support web site provides instant access to information...and the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online. ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://www.sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport...
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... 7 digits of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on your VAIO PC. In order to find it at a U.S. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find the nearest location. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at www.sonystyle.com/backstage to...information you might need. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your Sony VAIO computer. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with a Sony certified technician at the lower right corner of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's...
... 7 digits of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on your VAIO PC. In order to find it at a U.S. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find the nearest location. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at www.sonystyle.com/backstage to...information you might need. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your Sony VAIO computer. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with a Sony certified technician at the lower right corner of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's...
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... Battery Pack (page 20) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 28) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 29) Be sure to get started using your VAIO computer. ! Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied...
... Battery Pack (page 20) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 28) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 29) Be sure to get started using your VAIO computer. ! Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied...
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...You can customize the current battery charging method using the Battery Charge Functions. To enable the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and then Battery Charge Functions. 3 Click Advanced. 4 Click to 3 in To enable the battery care function... above and check detailed information. If the battery charge capacity is low, replace the battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery pack. To check the battery charge capacity Follow steps 1 to select the Enable Battery Care Function check box. 5 Select the ...
...You can customize the current battery charging method using the Battery Charge Functions. To enable the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and then Battery Charge Functions. 3 Click Advanced. 4 Click to 3 in To enable the battery care function... above and check detailed information. If the battery charge capacity is low, replace the battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery pack. To check the battery charge capacity Follow steps 1 to select the Enable Battery Care Function check box. 5 Select the ...
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At the confirmation prompt, click OK. To set the battery life conserving wallpaper 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Display and then Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting. 3 Click Set Long Battery Life Wallpaper. n 26 N Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack Using the Battery Life Conserving Wallpaper You can conserve your battery life just by setting the specific wallpaper as your desktop background.
At the confirmation prompt, click OK. To set the battery life conserving wallpaper 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Display and then Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting. 3 Click Set Long Battery Life Wallpaper. n 26 N Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack Using the Battery Life Conserving Wallpaper You can conserve your battery life just by setting the specific wallpaper as your desktop background.
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Getting Started > Updating Your Computer n 29 N 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. !
Getting Started > Updating Your Computer n 29 N 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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... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 31) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 32) ❑ Using Special-function Buttons (page 33) ❑ Using the Built-...
... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 31) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 32) ❑ Using Special-function Buttons (page 33) ❑ Using the Built-...
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... you execute this command, the states of power consumption. To return the system to its original state, use the power button to both. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 31 N Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. Combinations and Functions with the...
... you execute this command, the states of power consumption. To return the system to its original state, use the power button to both. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 31 N Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. Combinations and Functions with the...
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... displays a shortcut menu. Press the left button (3) once. Be sure to connect a mouse before connecting a mouse, you will be able to use the VAIO Control Center. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Pad Using the Touch Pad You can disable/enable the touch pad while a mouse is connected to your finger...
... displays a shortcut menu. Press the left button (3) once. Be sure to connect a mouse before connecting a mouse, you will be able to use the VAIO Control Center. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Pad Using the Touch Pad You can disable/enable the touch pad while a mouse is connected to your finger...
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...Next track button Plays the next chapter/file during video playback or the next song/file during audio playback. AV MODE button Launches the VAIO Launcher for playback. Special-function button S1 button VOL-/VOL+ buttons Functions Executes the task that is equipped with special buttons to display... the setup window. * On models with the VAIO Control Center. n 33 N Play/Pause button Starts or pauses playback of the computer. Stop button Stops playback of a CD, DVD, or Blu...
...Next track button Plays the next chapter/file during video playback or the next song/file during audio playback. AV MODE button Launches the VAIO Launcher for playback. Special-function button S1 button VOL-/VOL+ buttons Functions Executes the task that is equipped with special buttons to display... the setup window. * On models with the VAIO Control Center. n 33 N Play/Pause button Starts or pauses playback of the computer. Stop button Stops playback of a CD, DVD, or Blu...
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... the preinstalled image capture software 1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 2, and WebCam Companion 2. 2 Click the desired icon in the main window. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Built-in Camera n 34 N Using the Built-in Camera Your computer is possible with the Microsoft Windows Movie Maker software.
... the preinstalled image capture software 1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 2, and WebCam Companion 2. 2 Click the desired icon in the main window. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Built-in Camera n 34 N Using the Built-in Camera Your computer is possible with the Microsoft Windows Movie Maker software.
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with an optical disc drive. n 35 N Features and options in this section may not be available on your computer. See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer.
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with an optical disc drive. n 35 N Features and options in this section may not be available on your computer. See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer.
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Do not remove the optical disc when your computer is in gently. ! The drive tray slides out. 3 Place a disc in the middle of the drive tray with the label side facing upward and gently push it in a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate). Be sure to open the drive. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 36 N To insert a disc 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the drive eject button (1) to bring the computer back into place. 4 Close the drive tray by pushing it down until the disc clicks into Normal mode before removing the disc.
Do not remove the optical disc when your computer is in gently. ! The drive tray slides out. 3 Place a disc in the middle of the drive tray with the label side facing upward and gently push it in a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate). Be sure to open the drive. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 36 N To insert a disc 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the drive eject button (1) to bring the computer back into place. 4 Close the drive tray by pushing it down until the disc clicks into Normal mode before removing the disc.
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... GB, dual-layer discs with the capacity of 50 GB) and BD-RE Version 2.1 discs (single-layer discs with the capacity of media. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 37 N Supported Disc Media Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc media, depending on your...
... GB, dual-layer discs with the capacity of 50 GB) and BD-RE Version 2.1 discs (single-layer discs with the capacity of media. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 37 N Supported Disc Media Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc media, depending on your...
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...ray Disc media. Be aware that conform to play copyright protected Blu-ray Disc media continually, update the AACS key. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO optical disc drives with the official "CD," "DVD," or "Blu-ray Disc" standard. USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN...be sure to read the notices on the disc package carefully to malfunction. This may restrict video output to the CD Standard. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 38 N ! A DualDisc is strongly recommended that are required for optimum compatibility and viewing quality....
...ray Disc media. Be aware that conform to play copyright protected Blu-ray Disc media continually, update the AACS key. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO optical disc drives with the official "CD," "DVD," or "Blu-ray Disc" standard. USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN...be sure to read the notices on the disc package carefully to malfunction. This may restrict video output to the CD Standard. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 38 N ! A DualDisc is strongly recommended that are required for optimum compatibility and viewing quality....
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...or unplug the AC adapter while the optical disc drive is playing a disc. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 39 N Notes on Using the Optical Disc Drive Notes on writing... data to use the VAIO Update, see Updating Your Computer (page 29). ❑ Depending on system environment, you should follow...able to play such contents normally, download and install the latest updates for the WinDVD BD using the VAIO Update. Do not use circular discs. Notes on your computer is writing data to play some of ...
...or unplug the AC adapter while the optical disc drive is playing a disc. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 39 N Notes on Using the Optical Disc Drive Notes on writing... data to use the VAIO Update, see Updating Your Computer (page 29). ❑ Depending on system environment, you should follow...able to play such contents normally, download and install the latest updates for the WinDVD BD using the VAIO Update. Do not use circular discs. Notes on your computer is writing data to play some of ...