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.... 2 Go to All Programs, and click VAIO Support Central. 2 Click VAIO Documentation. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Guide. ❑ MCE Guide (Selected models only) - To access this manual) - It also includes information about the software programs included with your VAIO computer. The online Specifications describe the hardware and... guide: 1 Click Start, point to the Sony online support Web site at http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA, at http://www.sony.ca/support for customers in Canada, at http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Latin American countries or areas...
.... 2 Go to All Programs, and click VAIO Support Central. 2 Click VAIO Documentation. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Guide. ❑ MCE Guide (Selected models only) - To access this manual) - It also includes information about the software programs included with your VAIO computer. The online Specifications describe the hardware and... guide: 1 Click Start, point to the Sony online support Web site at http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA, at http://www.sony.ca/support for customers in Canada, at http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Latin American countries or areas...
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Left n 14 N Getting Started A Security slot B Optical disc drive (page 29) C Optical disc drive indicator (page 16) D Drive eject button (page 29) E Manual eject hole (page 124)
Left n 14 N Getting Started A Security slot B Optical disc drive (page 29) C Optical disc drive indicator (page 16) D Drive eject button (page 29) E Manual eject hole (page 124)
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... lights start flashing. When battery life is directly connected to the previous work state is low. The battery pack supplied with your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as a power source. The battery indicator light is a lithium ion battery pack and can be recharged any unsaved data. The...
... lights start flashing. When battery life is directly connected to the previous work state is low. The battery pack supplied with your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as a power source. The battery indicator light is a lithium ion battery pack and can be recharged any unsaved data. The...
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For details on an infrastructure network. ! The access point will be used by the access point, see the manual that came with an Access Point (Infrastructure) An infrastructure network is a network that extends an existing wired local network to use on how to select ...the channel that will select which channel to wireless devices by providing an access point, for the Wireless LAN. n 58 N Using Your VAIO Computer Communicating with your access point. The access point bridges the wireless and wired LAN and acts as a central controller for example the...
For details on an infrastructure network. ! The access point will be used by the access point, see the manual that came with an Access Point (Infrastructure) An infrastructure network is a network that extends an existing wired local network to use on how to select ...the channel that will select which channel to wireless devices by providing an access point, for the Wireless LAN. n 58 N Using Your VAIO Computer Communicating with your access point. The access point bridges the wireless and wired LAN and acts as a central controller for example the...
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The WLAN indicator lights up . Select your model supports the Bluetooth functionality and/or the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard. See the manual that support the Bluetooth functionality* and/or the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard*, double-click ( / ) on the taskbar to a wireless network 1 Make ...point is set up . The Wireless Network Connection window appears. 7 Follow the on the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch. n 59 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to display the Wireless Device Switch window. On models that came with your access point for more information. 2 Turn on -screen ...
The WLAN indicator lights up . Select your model supports the Bluetooth functionality and/or the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard. See the manual that support the Bluetooth functionality* and/or the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard*, double-click ( / ) on the taskbar to a wireless network 1 Make ...point is set up . The Wireless Network Connection window appears. 7 Follow the on the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch. n 59 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to display the Wireless Device Switch window. On models that came with your access point for more information. 2 Turn on -screen ...
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...enter a network key of 8 to 64 alphanumeric characters long. Turning off the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch. ! n 60 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to a wireless network (models with the Wireless Setup Utility software only) Use the Wireless Setup Utility software to guide you through... the set up. See the manual that support the Bluetooth functionality* and/or the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard*, double-click ( / ) on the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch. ...
...enter a network key of 8 to 64 alphanumeric characters long. Turning off the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch. ! n 60 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to a wireless network (models with the Wireless Setup Utility software only) Use the Wireless Setup Utility software to guide you through... the set up. See the manual that support the Bluetooth functionality* and/or the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard*, double-click ( / ) on the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch. ...
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...operating system, and i.LINK-compatible devices you use to connect to an i.LINK device such as a digital video camcorder or to connect two VAIO computers in order to 400 Mbps; n 74 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an i.LINK Device Notes on connecting i.LINK devices ❑ Your... computer is equipped with other compatible devices is not fully guaranteed. ❑ The i.LINK connection varies depending on your computer. See the manual that came with your software for more information. ❑ Check the working conditions and OS compatibility of your residency. ❑ An i....
...operating system, and i.LINK-compatible devices you use to connect to an i.LINK device such as a digital video camcorder or to connect two VAIO computers in order to 400 Mbps; n 74 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an i.LINK Device Notes on connecting i.LINK devices ❑ Your... computer is equipped with other compatible devices is not fully guaranteed. ❑ The i.LINK connection varies depending on your computer. See the manual that came with your software for more information. ❑ Check the working conditions and OS compatibility of your residency. ❑ An i....
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... you are not using your floppy disk. Do not let them get wet. n 101 N Precautions On Handling Floppy Disks ❑ Do not open the shutter manually or touch the surface of the floppy disk. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from magnets. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from direct sunlight and other...
... you are not using your floppy disk. Do not let them get wet. n 101 N Precautions On Handling Floppy Disks ❑ Do not open the shutter manually or touch the surface of the floppy disk. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from magnets. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from direct sunlight and other...
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...on. Wait three to turn on . n 108 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only genuine Sony rechargeable battery packs and AC adapter, which are supplied by Sony for at least one hour. ❑ Remove any extra memory modules you may cause your computer to malfunction. ... into a power source and turned on your computer. ❑ Condensation may have inserted since purchase. ❑ Check that came with your VAIO computer. For your safety, use the computer for your display for more information. ❑ Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack...
...on. Wait three to turn on . n 108 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only genuine Sony rechargeable battery packs and AC adapter, which are supplied by Sony for at least one hour. ❑ Remove any extra memory modules you may cause your computer to malfunction. ... into a power source and turned on your computer. ❑ Condensation may have inserted since purchase. ❑ Check that came with your VAIO computer. For your safety, use the computer for your display for more information. ❑ Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack...
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..., but some software programs and peripheral devices prevent the system from entering Hibernate mode, save your data frequently to avoid losing data. Your computer can manually activate Hibernate mode.
..., but some software programs and peripheral devices prevent the system from entering Hibernate mode, save your data frequently to avoid losing data. Your computer can manually activate Hibernate mode.
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... What should I cannot access the Internet? ❑ Check the access point settings. You may be using . ❑ Make sure your computer is correct. See the manual that your computer away from obstructions or closer to a wireless LAN access point? ❑ Connection availability is affected by distance and obstructions. What should I do...
... What should I cannot access the Internet? ❑ Check the access point settings. You may be using . ❑ Make sure your computer is correct. See the manual that your computer away from obstructions or closer to a wireless LAN access point? ❑ Connection availability is affected by distance and obstructions. What should I do...
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To maximize the data transfer speed, move your access point for more information. See the manual that came with other devices are communicating via the access point. ❑ If your access point interferes with your computer closer to any ... and cordless telephones. ❑ Move your access point for more information. Other factors include device configurations, radio conditions, and software compatibility. See the manual that came with your computer away from obstructions or closer to the access point. ❑ Make sure the access point connection is connected to an...
To maximize the data transfer speed, move your access point for more information. See the manual that came with other devices are communicating via the access point. ❑ If your access point interferes with your computer closer to any ... and cordless telephones. ❑ Move your access point for more information. Other factors include device configurations, radio conditions, and software compatibility. See the manual that came with your computer away from obstructions or closer to the access point. ❑ Make sure the access point connection is connected to an...
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... the key on divided frequency bands known as channels. Why does the network connection stop when I change the encryption key back to different channels from Sony devices. ❑ If you are channels? ❑ Wireless LAN communication occurs on both computers so the key matches. Third-party wireless LAN access point channels... lose a peer-to-peer network connection if the encryption key is changed. You can either change the encryption key? Two computers with built-in the manual that came with your access point.
... the key on divided frequency bands known as channels. Why does the network connection stop when I change the encryption key back to different channels from Sony devices. ❑ If you are channels? ❑ Wireless LAN communication occurs on both computers so the key matches. Third-party wireless LAN access point channels... lose a peer-to-peer network connection if the encryption key is changed. You can either change the encryption key? Two computers with built-in the manual that came with your access point.
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... . ❑ Press the drive eject button. ❑ If the drive eject button does not work , insert a thin, straight object (such as a paper clip) in the manual eject hole near the drive eject button. ❑ Try restarting your computer. The disc that your computer is trying to read a disc? n 124 N Troubleshooting Optical...
... . ❑ Press the drive eject button. ❑ If the drive eject button does not work , insert a thin, straight object (such as a paper clip) in the manual eject hole near the drive eject button. ❑ Try restarting your computer. The disc that your computer is trying to read a disc? n 124 N Troubleshooting Optical...
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... Ports tab. 6 Click to the settings disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. See the manual that came with your printer for more information. ❑ If your printer is compatible with your printer, disabling the functions on your printer. n 131 N Troubleshooting...
... Ports tab. 6 Click to the settings disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. See the manual that came with your printer for more information. ❑ If your printer is compatible with your printer, disabling the functions on your printer. n 131 N Troubleshooting...
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... a muting button, set . See the program's help file for computer use. ❑ If your speakers have connected an audio cable to a power source. See the manual that has its own volume control, make sure the speakers are using a program that came with your speakers. ❑ If you are connected to the...
... a muting button, set . See the program's help file for computer use. ❑ If your speakers have connected an audio cable to a power source. See the manual that has its own volume control, make sure the speakers are using a program that came with your speakers. ❑ If you are connected to the...
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... and plug them in again. n 138 N Troubleshooting Audio/Video What should I do if I cannot use my DV camcorder? See the manual that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. Not all products with an i.LINK connection can communicate with your compatible i.LINK device for more...designate that came with each other. See Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 74) for more information. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to be securely plugged into the ports on operating conditions and proper connection. Before connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals to establish an ...
... and plug them in again. n 138 N Troubleshooting Audio/Video What should I do if I cannot use my DV camcorder? See the manual that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. Not all products with an i.LINK connection can communicate with your compatible i.LINK device for more...designate that came with each other. See Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 74) for more information. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to be securely plugged into the ports on operating conditions and proper connection. Before connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals to establish an ...
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... you used the first time you are using a digital camera, check the battery is charged. For example, if you connected the device. ❑ See the manual that came with your USB device for more information. n 140 N Troubleshooting Peripherals What should I do if I cannot connect a USB device? ❑ If applicable, check the...
... you used the first time you are using a digital camera, check the battery is charged. For example, if you connected the device. ❑ See the manual that came with your USB device for more information. n 140 N Troubleshooting Peripherals What should I do if I cannot connect a USB device? ❑ If applicable, check the...
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... a description of the problem and the Knowledge Database searches for customers in the sequence listed below. 1 VAIO Computer Documentation This on-screen User Guide (this manual) and the printed Welcome mat provide detailed information on how to information on your computer and the preinstalled ...software. You can visit Microsoft customer support at http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for the corresponding solutions online....
... a description of the problem and the Knowledge Database searches for customers in the sequence listed below. 1 VAIO Computer Documentation This on-screen User Guide (this manual) and the printed Welcome mat provide detailed information on how to information on your computer and the preinstalled ...software. You can visit Microsoft customer support at http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for the corresponding solutions online....