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You may not be available on your computer. How to find specifications Some features, options, and supplied items may find out about the configuration of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide state-of the VAIO computers with the 64-bit operating system. External views illustrated ... 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...
You may not be available on your computer. How to find specifications Some features, options, and supplied items may find out about the configuration of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide state-of the VAIO computers with the 64-bit operating system. External views illustrated ... 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...
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An overview of VAIO tutorials, how-to articles, the VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software information. Get started with my VAIO Get help in storage device to the original factory settings - Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. On-screen Documentation ❑ Help and Support...
An overview of VAIO tutorials, how-to articles, the VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software information. Get started with my VAIO Get help in storage device to the original factory settings - Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. On-screen Documentation ❑ Help and Support...
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..., and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. Information about configuration of your computer. You may not be available on your computer. See the specifications to access the help files from the help files - May be able to find out about setting up Bluetooth®, wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless...
..., and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. Information about configuration of your computer. You may not be available on your computer. See the specifications to access the help files from the help files - May be able to find out about setting up Bluetooth®, wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless...
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At the confirmation prompt, click OK. 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. n 26 N 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.
At the confirmation prompt, click OK. 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. n 26 N 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.
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... command, the states of an image or a document displayed on the power. 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 VAIO Control Center for more information. To make the view look bigger and closer (zoom...
... command, the states of an image or a document displayed on the power. 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 VAIO Control Center for more information. To make the view look bigger and closer (zoom...
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... for playback. You can change the default software options in the VAIO Launcher. You can change the default assignment with a Blu-ray Disc drive only. To do so, press and hold the AV MODE button to help you use specific functions of a CD, DVD, or Blu-ray Disc™* media or a music...
... for playback. You can change the default software options in the VAIO Launcher. You can change the default assignment with a Blu-ray Disc drive only. To do so, press and hold the AV MODE button to help you use specific functions of a CD, DVD, or Blu-ray Disc™* media or a music...
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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. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with an optical disc drive.
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... update the AACS key. Be aware that conform to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications (CD Standard). USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. If the region setting on the optical...Region settings are not compliant with digital audio material on the other optical media devices, circumstances may restrict video output to malfunction. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of a DualDisc may cause the computer to standard definition or prohibit analog video output. Unless your computer...
... update the AACS key. Be aware that conform to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications (CD Standard). USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. If the region setting on the optical...Region settings are not compliant with digital audio material on the other optical media devices, circumstances may restrict video output to malfunction. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of a DualDisc may cause the computer to standard definition or prohibit analog video output. Unless your computer...
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... the law. ❑ The Memory Stick slot on Using the Memory Stick ❑ Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick with capacity of up to use any audio and/or image data you recorded without prior consent from the respective copyright holders...compatibility. ❑ MagicGate is against the copyright law to 16 GB that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are available as of the media may damage both your computer and the media. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Memory Stick n 46 N Notes on your computer does not support ...
... the law. ❑ The Memory Stick slot on Using the Memory Stick ❑ Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick with capacity of up to use any audio and/or image data you recorded without prior consent from the respective copyright holders...compatibility. ❑ MagicGate is against the copyright law to 16 GB that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are available as of the media may damage both your computer and the media. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Memory Stick n 46 N Notes on your computer does not support ...
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... with capacity of up to 32 GB have been tested and found compatible only with major memory cards available as of January 2009. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 52 N Notes on Using Memory Cards General notes on using the SD memory card ❑ Your computer ... your computer. ❑ The SD memory card slot on using the memory card ❑ Be sure to use memory cards that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are compliant with the standards supported by your computer. To avoid damaging your computer does not support the high-speed data...
... with capacity of up to 32 GB have been tested and found compatible only with major memory cards available as of January 2009. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 52 N Notes on Using Memory Cards General notes on using the SD memory card ❑ Your computer ... your computer. ❑ The SD memory card slot on using the memory card ❑ Be sure to use memory cards that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are compliant with the standards supported by your computer. To avoid damaging your computer does not support the high-speed data...
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... in the middle of a meeting, or as you to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a wireless (radio) connection. See the specifications to another. You can communicate without an access point, which allows you move from one place to find out about the configuration of your ...on your computer. You can still access information, Internet/intranet and network resources, even in which a user can communicate through a network. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN n 56 N Using the Wireless LAN Using the Wireless LAN (WLAN), all normal Ethernet connectivity, but with a ...
... in the middle of a meeting, or as you to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a wireless (radio) connection. See the specifications to another. You can communicate without an access point, which allows you move from one place to find out about the configuration of your ...on your computer. You can still access information, Internet/intranet and network resources, even in which a user can communicate through a network. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN n 56 N Using the Wireless LAN Using the Wireless LAN (WLAN), all normal Ethernet connectivity, but with a ...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN n 58 N ✍ In some countries, using...lower communication speed, narrower communication range, or broken wireless connections. Besides that use the same band are specifications of standards based on interoperable security enhancements that increase the level of channels). WPA2, the second generation of...*/b/g standard or the IEEE 802.11n* draft standard, which is backward compatible with WPA. * See the specifications to find out about the configuration of technology used by wireless LAN compatible devices is a wireless LAN standard,...
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN n 58 N ✍ In some countries, using...lower communication speed, narrower communication range, or broken wireless connections. Besides that use the same band are specifications of standards based on interoperable security enhancements that increase the level of channels). WPA2, the second generation of...*/b/g standard or the IEEE 802.11n* draft standard, which is backward compatible with WPA. * See the specifications to find out about the configuration of technology used by wireless LAN compatible devices is a wireless LAN standard,...
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...wireless communications between these devices without the SmartWi Connection Utility Search for more information. You can transfer data between your computer. See the specifications to set up the Bluetooth function. Be sure to turn on the WIRELESS switch before starting the Bluetooth function. ❑ On models... SmartWi Connection Utility to find out about the configuration of up to set up the Bluetooth function. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Bluetooth Function n 60 N Using the Bluetooth Function The Bluetooth function may not be available on your computer.
...wireless communications between these devices without the SmartWi Connection Utility Search for more information. You can transfer data between your computer. See the specifications to set up the Bluetooth function. Be sure to turn on the WIRELESS switch before starting the Bluetooth function. ❑ On models... SmartWi Connection Utility to find out about the configuration of up to set up the Bluetooth function. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Bluetooth Function n 60 N Using the Bluetooth Function The Bluetooth function may not be available on your computer.
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Bluetooth Function n 61 N Notes on using the Bluetooth function ❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on your computer with which Bluetooth ... walls ❑ Proximity to microwaves and cordless telephones ❑ Radio frequency interference and other devices that the applicable standard requirements are met, individual device performance, specifications, and operation procedures can vary. This is a frequent occurrence with Bluetooth technology and is not a malfunction. ❑ The 2.4 GHz band, with audio output from other...
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Bluetooth Function n 61 N Notes on using the Bluetooth function ❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on your computer with which Bluetooth ... walls ❑ Proximity to microwaves and cordless telephones ❑ Radio frequency interference and other devices that the applicable standard requirements are met, individual device performance, specifications, and operation procedures can vary. This is a frequent occurrence with Bluetooth technology and is not a malfunction. ❑ The 2.4 GHz band, with audio output from other...
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... desktop and select Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to display the same contents on your external display or projector. See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer screen and the external display or projector at the same time, see Using the Multiple Monitors...
... desktop and select Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to display the same contents on your external display or projector. See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer screen and the external display or projector at the same time, see Using the Multiple Monitors...
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... find out about the configuration of your computer screen and the external display can move the cursor from one display to the other . See the specifications to drag objects, such as a single desktop.
... find out about the configuration of your computer screen and the external display can move the cursor from one display to the other . See the specifications to drag objects, such as a single desktop.
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...Sony Service Center. The type of module and the amount of memory installed on your computer may differ depending on the model you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. See the specifications... to install a new memory module. ❑ You should contact your dealer to find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about the configuration of the warranty during your computer. To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). To ...
...Sony Service Center. The type of module and the amount of memory installed on your computer may differ depending on the model you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. See the specifications... to install a new memory module. ❑ You should contact your dealer to find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about the configuration of the warranty during your computer. To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). To ...
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...-consuming equipment, such as a photocopier or a shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with your computer or genuine Sony products. Precautions > Using the Power Source n 107 N Using the Power Source See the specifications to find out about the configuration of time. ❑ Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. ❑...
...-consuming equipment, such as a photocopier or a shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with your computer or genuine Sony products. Precautions > Using the Power Source n 107 N Using the Power Source See the specifications to find out about the configuration of time. ❑ Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. ❑...
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... or solid state drive) has a high storage density and reads or writes data in an unstable position. ❑ Do not move your computer. See the specifications to sudden movements. ❑ Keep your computer away from your computer. To avoid damaging your solid state drive ❑ Do not turn off the power...
... or solid state drive) has a high storage density and reads or writes data in an unstable position. ❑ Do not move your computer. See the specifications to sudden movements. ❑ Keep your computer away from your computer. To avoid damaging your solid state drive ❑ Do not turn off the power...
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For example, if you are using a printer, check if the power cable is turned on your computer. The driver software could be installed to the specific port you used the first time you connect the device directly to your USB device for more information. You may need to install software before ...
For example, if you are using a printer, check if the power cable is turned on your computer. The driver software could be installed to the specific port you used the first time you connect the device directly to your USB device for more information. You may need to install software before ...