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...Devices...62 Connecting External Speakers ...63 Connecting an External Display ...64 Selecting Display Modes...67 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...68 Connecting an External Microphone ...70 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...71 Connecting a Printer ...74 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...75 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...77 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...78 Setting the Password ...79 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 82 Using the Power Saving Modes ...83 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...88 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...89 Adding and Removing...
...Devices...62 Connecting External Speakers ...63 Connecting an External Display ...64 Selecting Display Modes...67 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...68 Connecting an External Microphone ...70 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...71 Connecting a Printer ...74 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...75 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...77 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...78 Setting the Password ...79 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 82 Using the Power Saving Modes ...83 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...88 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...89 Adding and Removing...
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... in Brazil Explains features of your VAIO computer. To view the online specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go to the Internet. ❑ Specifications - Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this manual by clicking their respective URLs beginning with http://, your computer. The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your computer must be connected to the Sony online support Web site at the following...
... in Brazil Explains features of your VAIO computer. To view the online specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go to the Internet. ❑ Specifications - Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this manual by clicking their respective URLs beginning with http://, your computer. The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your computer must be connected to the Sony online support Web site at the following...
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n8 N Before Use ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Provides information about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire hard disk drive to the original factory installed settings. To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals & Specifications. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide.
n8 N Before Use ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Provides information about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire hard disk drive to the original factory installed settings. To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals & Specifications. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide.
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... Keep your data safe and your personal data. ❑ Wireless & Networking Learn about wireless connections including Bluetooth Wireless technology and Wireless LAN. Run utilities that help tutorials that include VAIO Media Setup and Windows Network and Sharing Center, and access to find the answers you accomplish a task. To access Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. ❑ Manuals & Specifications Here you will find interesting and useful. ❑ VAIO Tutorials Sony provides guided help you...
... Keep your data safe and your personal data. ❑ Wireless & Networking Learn about wireless connections including Bluetooth Wireless technology and Wireless LAN. Run utilities that help tutorials that include VAIO Media Setup and Windows Network and Sharing Center, and access to find the answers you accomplish a task. To access Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. ❑ Manuals & Specifications Here you will find interesting and useful. ❑ VAIO Tutorials Sony provides guided help you...
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..., do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied accessories connected and set up 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 14) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 19) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 20) ❑ Using the Battery Pack...
..., do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied accessories connected and set up 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 14) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 19) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 20) ❑ Using the Battery Pack...
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Indicator Power 1 Battery e Media Access Optical disc drive Hard disk drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock Wireless LAN Functions Illuminates when the power of the computer is on, blinks when the computer is in Sleep mode, and turns off the computer when this indicator is on . Illuminates when the computer is using and does not work with the following indicator lights. Illuminates when data is read from or written to the optical disc media. Press it a second time to...
Indicator Power 1 Battery e Media Access Optical disc drive Hard disk drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock Wireless LAN Functions Illuminates when the power of the computer is on, blinks when the computer is in Sleep mode, and turns off the computer when this indicator is on . Illuminates when the computer is using and does not work with the following indicator lights. Illuminates when data is read from or written to the optical disc media. Press it a second time to...
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... launching. Adjusts the built-in speakers and the headphones. Combinations/Feature Fn + % (F2): speaker switch Fn + 2 (F3/F4): speaker volume Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + (F10): zoom Functions Turns on and off the built-in speaker volume. n 27 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks.
... launching. Adjusts the built-in speakers and the headphones. Combinations/Feature Fn + % (F2): speaker switch Fn + 2 (F3/F4): speaker volume Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + (F10): zoom Functions Turns on and off the built-in speaker volume. n 27 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks.
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... object. If you disable the touch pad without connecting a mouse, you will be able to scroll vertically. In many applications, this action displays a shortcut menu. Slide your finger on the pointing device and see the help file for using the touch pad. Press the left button. Slide your finger along the right edge of the touch pad to use only the keyboard for pointer operations. Be sure to...
... object. If you disable the touch pad without connecting a mouse, you will be able to scroll vertically. In many applications, this action displays a shortcut menu. Slide your finger on the pointing device and see the help file for using the touch pad. Press the left button. Slide your finger along the right edge of the touch pad to use only the keyboard for pointer operations. Be sure to...
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n 33 N Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing Optical Discs Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depending on your optical disc drive supports. Check your specifications for the type of media your model. Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased.
n 33 N Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing Optical Discs Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depending on your optical disc drive supports. Check your specifications for the type of media your model. Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased.
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... without an access point (ad-hoc) ! The IEEE 802.11n draft standard, using the 2.4 or 5 GHz bandwidth, is not available on ad-hoc networks. 1 Turn on ad-hoc networks. The Set up a connection or network window appears. 6 Select an option to specify the ad-hoc network settings and click Next. 7 Follow the on-screen instructions. ✍ See the online specifications to or above your model supports the Bluetooth functionality, the...
... without an access point (ad-hoc) ! The IEEE 802.11n draft standard, using the 2.4 or 5 GHz bandwidth, is not available on ad-hoc networks. 1 Turn on ad-hoc networks. The Set up a connection or network window appears. 6 Select an option to specify the ad-hoc network settings and click Next. 7 Follow the on-screen instructions. ✍ See the online specifications to or above your model supports the Bluetooth functionality, the...
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The passphrase is set up. The Wireless LAN indicator lights up. See the manual that came with your desired wireless option(s) in the VAIO Smart Network window. 4 Right-click or on the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch. n 60 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to a wireless network 1 Make sure an access point is case sensitive and must be between 8 and 63 alphanumeric characters long or up to 64 characters long using numbers from 0 to 9 and...
The passphrase is set up. The Wireless LAN indicator lights up. See the manual that came with your desired wireless option(s) in the VAIO Smart Network window. 4 Right-click or on the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch. n 60 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to a wireless network 1 Make sure an access point is case sensitive and must be between 8 and 63 alphanumeric characters long or up to 64 characters long using numbers from 0 to 9 and...
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... functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 63) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 64) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 67) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 68) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 70) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 71) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 74) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 75) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN) (page 77) n 62 N Using Peripheral Devices
... functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 63) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 64) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 67) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 68) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 70) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 71) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 74) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 75) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN) (page 77) n 62 N Using Peripheral Devices
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... with USB devices connected, avoid any shock or force to use your model. You can now use . 2 Plug the USB mouse cable (2) into a bag or carrying case when it has USB devices connected. Connecting a USB Mouse A USB mouse is supplied with selected models only. To connect a USB mouse 1 Choose the USB port (1) you prefer to the USB ports. ❑ Do not put the computer into the USB port. See the online specifications to find out whether the USB mouse is...
... with USB devices connected, avoid any shock or force to use your model. You can now use . 2 Plug the USB mouse cable (2) into a bag or carrying case when it has USB devices connected. Connecting a USB Mouse A USB mouse is supplied with selected models only. To connect a USB mouse 1 Choose the USB port (1) you prefer to the USB ports. ❑ Do not put the computer into the USB port. See the online specifications to find out whether the USB mouse is...
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... move your computer is off in Hibernate mode, you cannot insert a disc. The computer enters Hibernate mode. Even when the battery runs down and resuming. n 86 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard disk drive and power is turned off . To activate Hibernate mode Press the Fn+F12 keys. Hibernate mode requires more time than Sleep mode. !
... move your computer is off in Hibernate mode, you cannot insert a disc. The computer enters Hibernate mode. Even when the battery runs down and resuming. n 86 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard disk drive and power is turned off . To activate Hibernate mode Press the Fn+F12 keys. Hibernate mode requires more time than Sleep mode. !
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... yourself by installing optional memory modules. Notes on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be careful when changing memory. The package protects the module from its power source (that produce or hold static electricity (cellophane wrappers, for using and modifying electronic equipment. ❑ Turn off your computer's memory, read the notes and procedures in the following : ❑ The procedures described in this document assume user familiarity...
... yourself by installing optional memory modules. Notes on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be careful when changing memory. The package protects the module from its power source (that produce or hold static electricity (cellophane wrappers, for using and modifying electronic equipment. ❑ Turn off your computer's memory, read the notes and procedures in the following : ❑ The procedures described in this document assume user familiarity...
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...; Remove any extra memory modules you may have installed since purchase. ❑ Check that came with your computer to five minutes. For your VAIO computer. Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on. ❑ Make sure the battery pack is installed properly and charged. ❑ Make sure the floppy disk drive (if applicable) is empty. ❑ If your computer is plugged into a power source and turned...
...; Remove any extra memory modules you may have installed since purchase. ❑ Check that came with your computer to five minutes. For your VAIO computer. Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on. ❑ Make sure the battery pack is installed properly and charged. ❑ Make sure the floppy disk drive (if applicable) is empty. ❑ If your computer is plugged into a power source and turned...
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..., see Sony Support Information (page 145). n 116 N Troubleshooting What should I cannot remember the BIOS password? If you have forgotten the BIOS password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to network security checkups. If the Symantec-Norton Firewall is active, it may take time before the desktop screen appears due to reset it take some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. A reset fee will be charged. The...
..., see Sony Support Information (page 145). n 116 N Troubleshooting What should I cannot remember the BIOS password? If you have forgotten the BIOS password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to network security checkups. If the Symantec-Norton Firewall is active, it may take time before the desktop screen appears due to reset it take some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. A reset fee will be charged. The...
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... drop-down list both for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window. You may need to any other option may be using. ❑ Make sure the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch is on and the Wireless LAN indicator is lit on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Click Change plan settings under Network and Internet. 3 Click Connect to a network to confirm that your access point is selected. ❑ Make sure the encryption key is correct. ❑ Make sure Maximum...
... drop-down list both for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window. You may need to any other option may be using. ❑ Make sure the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch is on and the Wireless LAN indicator is lit on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Click Change plan settings under Network and Internet. 3 Click Connect to a network to confirm that your access point is selected. ❑ Make sure the encryption key is correct. ❑ Make sure Maximum...
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..., disabling the functions on your computer. ❑ You may need to install the printer driver software before you use your computer may enable printing. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Printer under Hardware and Sound. 3 Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 4 Click the Ports tab. 5 Click to the settings disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring...
..., disabling the functions on your computer. ❑ You may need to install the printer driver software before you use your computer may enable printing. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Printer under Hardware and Sound. 3 Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 4 Click the Ports tab. 5 Click to the settings disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring...
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VAIO® Hardware Diagnostic Sony Electronics Inc. For contacts about the software, see Program Support Information (page 149). VAIO® Edit Component Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO Edit Component provides enhanced editing functionality when using Adobe® Premiere® Pro or Adobe Premiere Elements on your computer's configuration and specifications. For contacts about the software, see Program Support Information (page 149). VAIO Control Center provides a centralized location that gathers resources...
VAIO® Hardware Diagnostic Sony Electronics Inc. For contacts about the software, see Program Support Information (page 149). VAIO® Edit Component Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO Edit Component provides enhanced editing functionality when using Adobe® Premiere® Pro or Adobe Premiere Elements on your computer's configuration and specifications. For contacts about the software, see Program Support Information (page 149). VAIO Control Center provides a centralized location that gathers resources...