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...from the following categories to articles, the VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software information. ❑ Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer. n9 N Before Use Help ...and Support Help and Support is easy to access and provides a single location for general information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony...
...from the following categories to articles, the VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software information. ❑ Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer. n9 N Before Use Help ...and Support Help and Support is easy to access and provides a single location for general information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony...
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n 12 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with your VAIO computer. ! Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with ... 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 13) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 19) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 21) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 22) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely...
n 12 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with your VAIO computer. ! Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with ... 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 13) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 19) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 21) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 22) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely...
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Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. Front A Muting (S1) button (page 33) B AV MODE button (page 33) C Num lock indicator (page 19) D Caps lock indicator (page 19) E Scroll lock indicator (page 19) F Power button G LCD screen (page 102) H Built-in speakers (stereo) I Keyboard (page 31) J Touch pad (page 32) n 13 N Getting Started
Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. Front A Muting (S1) button (page 33) B AV MODE button (page 33) C Num lock indicator (page 19) D Caps lock indicator (page 19) E Scroll lock indicator (page 19) F Power button G LCD screen (page 102) H Built-in speakers (stereo) I Keyboard (page 31) J Touch pad (page 32) n 13 N Getting Started
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and Duo-size Memory Stick. n 14 N Getting Started A Built-in MOTION EYE camera*1 (page 34) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator*1 (page 19) C Built-in microphone (monaural)*1 D WIRELESS switch (page 61) E WIRELESS indicator (page 19) F SD memory card slot (page 56) G SD memory card indicator (page 19) H Power indicator (page 19) I Charge indicator (page 19) J Hard disk drive/Optical disc drive indicator (page 19) K Memory Stick indicator (page 19) L Memory Stick slot*2 (page 50) *1 On selected models only. *2 Your computer supports both standard-
and Duo-size Memory Stick. n 14 N Getting Started A Built-in MOTION EYE camera*1 (page 34) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator*1 (page 19) C Built-in microphone (monaural)*1 D WIRELESS switch (page 61) E WIRELESS indicator (page 19) F SD memory card slot (page 56) G SD memory card indicator (page 19) H Power indicator (page 19) I Charge indicator (page 19) J Hard disk drive/Optical disc drive indicator (page 19) K Memory Stick indicator (page 19) L Memory Stick slot*2 (page 50) *1 On selected models only. *2 Your computer supports both standard-
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speeds. Right n 16 N Getting Started A Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 73) B Optical disc drive (page 37) C Optical disc drive indicator (page 19) D Drive eject button (page 37) E Manual eject hole (page 134) F Security slot * Support high-/full-/low-
speeds. Right n 16 N Getting Started A Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 73) B Optical disc drive (page 37) C Optical disc drive indicator (page 19) D Drive eject button (page 37) E Manual eject hole (page 134) F Security slot * Support high-/full-/low-
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Left n 17 N Getting Started A Air vent B Monitor port (page 66) C Microphone jack (page 72) D Headphones jack (page 65) E Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 73) F i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 77) G ExpressCard/34 slot (page 46) * Support high-/full-/low- speeds.
Left n 17 N Getting Started A Air vent B Monitor port (page 66) C Microphone jack (page 72) D Headphones jack (page 65) E Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 73) F i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 77) G ExpressCard/34 slot (page 46) * Support high-/full-/low- speeds.
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Bottom n 18 N Getting Started A Battery connector (page 22) B Air vents C Memory module compartment cover (page 97)
Bottom n 18 N Getting Started A Battery connector (page 22) B Air vents C Memory module compartment cover (page 97)
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... the Shift key while the indicator is not in use . Press the Num Lk key to activate the numeric keypad. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 25) for more information. Illuminates while the drive is unlit.
... the Shift key while the indicator is not in use . Press the Num Lk key to activate the numeric keypad. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 25) for more information. Illuminates while the drive is unlit.
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... AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable connected to use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into Hibernate mode. See Using Hibernate Mode (page 90). Using the AC Adapter ✍ Use only the supplied AC adapter for a long period of time, place the computer into the AC adapter (3). 2 Plug...
... AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable connected to use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into Hibernate mode. See Using Hibernate Mode (page 90). Using the AC Adapter ✍ Use only the supplied AC adapter for a long period of time, place the computer into the AC adapter (3). 2 Plug...
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... an unlocked battery pack. ! Charge the battery pack as described in this manual from your desired maximum charge level, see Using the Battery Charge Functions (page 27). To select your first battery charge. Charge indicator status Lit in orange Blinks along with the green power indicator Blinks along with your computer...
... an unlocked battery pack. ! Charge the battery pack as described in this manual from your desired maximum charge level, see Using the Battery Charge Functions (page 27). To select your first battery charge. Charge indicator status Lit in orange Blinks along with the green power indicator Blinks along with your computer...
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Using Your VAIO Computer 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-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 34) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 37) ❑ Using the ExpressCard Module (page 46) ❑ Using the Memory Stick (page 50) ❑ Using the SD Memory Card (page 56) ❑ Using the Internet (page 60) ❑ Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) (page 61) n 30 N Using Your VAIO Computer
Using Your VAIO Computer 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-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 34) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 37) ❑ Using the ExpressCard Module (page 46) ❑ Using the Memory Stick (page 50) ❑ Using the SD Memory Card (page 56) ❑ Using the Internet (page 60) ❑ Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) (page 61) n 30 N Using Your VAIO Computer
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... or press Fn+F4 and then M or ,. To increase the volume, keep pressing Fn+F3 or press Fn+F3 and then m or n 31 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is finished launching. Combinations/Feature Fn + % (F2): speaker switch Fn + 2 (F3/F4): speaker volume Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control...
... or press Fn+F4 and then M or ,. To increase the volume, keep pressing Fn+F3 or press Fn+F3 and then m or n 31 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is finished launching. Combinations/Feature Fn + % (F2): speaker switch Fn + 2 (F3/F4): speaker volume Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control...
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For instructions on how to use the software, see the help file included with your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 39) to find out the type of your software. See the online specifications to play the disc. To play a Blu-ray Disc media 1 Close all ... on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc software to find out about the supported disc media. n 45 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media !
For instructions on how to use the software, see the help file included with your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 39) to find out the type of your software. See the online specifications to play the disc. To play a Blu-ray Disc media 1 Close all ... on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc software to find out about the supported disc media. n 45 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media !
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...memory card from the slot and can cause damage to 32 GB have been tested and found compatible only with your computer. n 57 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before You Use the SD Memory Card The SD memory card slot on your computer supports the following memory cards: ❑ SD memory card... not force the SD memory card in removing from the SD memory card slot. The SD memory card slot on compatible memory cards, see Sony Support Information (page 155) to insert an SD memory card or SD memory card adapter of compatibility. However, not all memory cards that meet the same specifications...
...memory card from the slot and can cause damage to 32 GB have been tested and found compatible only with your computer. n 57 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before You Use the SD Memory Card The SD memory card slot on your computer supports the following memory cards: ❑ SD memory card... not force the SD memory card in removing from the SD memory card slot. The SD memory card slot on compatible memory cards, see Sony Support Information (page 155) to insert an SD memory card or SD memory card adapter of compatibility. However, not all memory cards that meet the same specifications...
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... Devices You can add functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 65) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 66) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 69) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 70) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 72) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus...
... Devices You can add functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 65) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 66) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 69) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 70) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 72) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus...
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... to display the same contents on your computer screen and the external display or projector at the same time, see Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 70) for more information. To select a display 1 Right-click on the desktop and select Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to change...
... to display the same contents on your computer screen and the external display or projector at the same time, see Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 70) for more information. To select a display 1 Right-click on the desktop and select Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to change...
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... Monitors function 1 Right-click on the desktop and select Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. 3 Follow the on the muting (S1) button, see Using Special-function Buttons (page 33). To change the settings. ✍ You can set the display colors and resolution for changing the assignment.
... Monitors function 1 Right-click on the desktop and select Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. 3 Follow the on the muting (S1) button, see Using Special-function Buttons (page 33). To change the settings. ✍ You can set the display colors and resolution for changing the assignment.
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n 80 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Customizing Your VAIO Computer This section briefly describes how to use and customize the look of your Sony software and utilities. ❑ Setting the Password (page 81) ❑ Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center (page 86) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 87) ❑ Managing Power with VAIO Power Management (page 92) Among other things, you will learn how to change the main settings of your VAIO computer.
n 80 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Customizing Your VAIO Computer This section briefly describes how to use and customize the look of your Sony software and utilities. ❑ Setting the Password (page 81) ❑ Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center (page 86) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 87) ❑ Managing Power with VAIO Power Management (page 92) Among other things, you will learn how to change the main settings of your VAIO computer.
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...the memory module compartment cover. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. n 94 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic ...connectors technology. To avoid invalidation of memory installed on a computer. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on your model, see Sony Support Information (page...
...the memory module compartment cover. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. n 94 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic ...connectors technology. To avoid invalidation of memory installed on a computer. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on your model, see Sony Support Information (page...
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n 95 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can increase the amount of memory modules may cause .... ❑ Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage memory modules and other components. Before touching a memory module, ensure the following: ❑ The procedures described in the following pages. Failure to change the module. Ground yourself by the computer or the Windows operating system becomes unstable, contact the sales dealer or the manufacturer of...
n 95 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can increase the amount of memory modules may cause .... ❑ Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage memory modules and other components. Before touching a memory module, ensure the following: ❑ The procedures described in the following pages. Failure to change the module. Ground yourself by the computer or the Windows operating system becomes unstable, contact the sales dealer or the manufacturer of...