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...-edge technology in the information when your purchase of this manual may find differences in audio, video, computing, and communications to the on your computer comes preinstalled with the Microsoft® Windows Vista® 32bit operating system. External views illustrated in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide state-of your...
...-edge technology in the information when your purchase of this manual may find differences in audio, video, computing, and communications to the on your computer comes preinstalled with the Microsoft® Windows Vista® 32bit operating system. External views illustrated in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide state-of your...
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...Go to the Internet. ❑ Specifications - Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this manual by clicking their respective URLs beginning with your computer, as well as information on your VAIO computer. Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - The online specifications describe the hardware and software... your computer must be connected to the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/LA/ for customers in Spanish-speaking...
...Go to the Internet. ❑ Specifications - Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this manual by clicking their respective URLs beginning with your computer, as well as information on your VAIO computer. Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - The online specifications describe the hardware and software... your computer must be connected to the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/LA/ for customers in Spanish-speaking...
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Right n 15 N Getting Started A Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 77) B Optical disc drive (page 38) C Optical disc drive indicator (page 18) D Drive eject button (page 38) E Manual eject hole (page 137) F Security slot * Support high-/full-/low- speeds.
Right n 15 N Getting Started A Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 77) B Optical disc drive (page 38) C Optical disc drive indicator (page 18) D Drive eject button (page 38) E Manual eject hole (page 137) F Security slot * Support high-/full-/low- speeds.
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... due to the computer. The battery pack is running out of power. (Normal mode) The battery pack is charging. Charge indicator status Lit in this manual from your desired maximum charge level, see Using the Battery Charge Functions (page 26). Charge the battery pack as described in orange Blinks along with...
... due to the computer. The battery pack is running out of power. (Normal mode) The battery pack is charging. Charge indicator status Lit in this manual from your desired maximum charge level, see Using the Battery Charge Functions (page 26). Charge the battery pack as described in orange Blinks along with...
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... battery charge level falls below 10%, you should either connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack or shut down your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. To avoid loss of battery. Your computer is supplied with a lithium ion battery pack and can...
... battery charge level falls below 10%, you should either connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack or shut down your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. To avoid loss of battery. Your computer is supplied with a lithium ion battery pack and can...
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n 48 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the ExpressCard Module Your computer is equipped with an ExpressCard/34 slot* for transferring data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other ... not force it in or out of the slot. ✍ You do not need to as the ExpressCard slot and the ExpressCard module in this manual.
n 48 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the ExpressCard Module Your computer is equipped with an ExpressCard/34 slot* for transferring data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other ... not force it in or out of the slot. ✍ You do not need to as the ExpressCard slot and the ExpressCard module in this manual.
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... telephone modem, a DSL modem, or a cable modem, to your modem. For the detailed instructions on connection setups and modem configuration, see the manual that came with your computer. Some of the phone cable (1) into the modem port 2 Plug the other end into the wall jack (2). To .... 2 Click Connect to a coin-operated telephone, and may not work with a built-in modem. on -screen instructions. ! n 61 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ Your computer does not work with party lines, cannot be connected to the Internet under Network and Internet. To connect a telephone cable 1 Plug...
... telephone modem, a DSL modem, or a cable modem, to your modem. For the detailed instructions on connection setups and modem configuration, see the manual that came with your computer. Some of the phone cable (1) into the modem port 2 Plug the other end into the wall jack (2). To .... 2 Click Connect to a coin-operated telephone, and may not work with a built-in modem. on -screen instructions. ! n 61 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ Your computer does not work with party lines, cannot be connected to the Internet under Network and Internet. To connect a telephone cable 1 Plug...
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... connection may not be available in some countries or areas. ❑ An i.LINK connection with other compatible devices is equipped with your computer. See the manual that came with an i.LINK port, which you can use . If the external device requires external power, be sure to connect it to a power source...
... connection may not be available in some countries or areas. ❑ An i.LINK connection with other compatible devices is equipped with your computer. See the manual that came with an i.LINK port, which you can use . If the external device requires external power, be sure to connect it to a power source...
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n 110 N Precautions Handling Floppy Disks ❑ Do not open the shutter manually and touch the internal components of the floppy disk. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from magnets. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from direct sunlight and ...
n 110 N Precautions Handling Floppy Disks ❑ Do not open the shutter manually and touch the internal components of the floppy disk. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from magnets. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from direct sunlight and ...
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... by Sony for more information. ❑ Unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery pack. Reinstall the battery pack, plug the AC adapter, and then press the power button to turn on your computer. ❑ Condensation may have installed since purchase. ❑ Check that came with your display for your VAIO computer... is installed properly and charged. ❑ Make sure the floppy disk drive (if applicable) is empty. ❑ If your computer to five minutes. See the manual that you are adjusted correctly.
... by Sony for more information. ❑ Unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery pack. Reinstall the battery pack, plug the AC adapter, and then press the power button to turn on your computer. ❑ Condensation may have installed since purchase. ❑ Check that came with your display for your VAIO computer... is installed properly and charged. ❑ Make sure the floppy disk drive (if applicable) is empty. ❑ If your computer to five minutes. See the manual that you are adjusted correctly.
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... warm when it is normal for information on how you are using a program that the installed battery pack is powering your computer. Your computer can manually activate Hibernate mode. No, it is warm?
... warm when it is normal for information on how you are using a program that the installed battery pack is powering your computer. Your computer can manually activate Hibernate mode. No, it is warm?
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...the data transfer speed slow? ❑ The wireless LAN data transfer speed is selected for Wireless Adapter Settings in a communication failure. See the manual that came with other access points, change the access point channel. Follow the steps in What should I do if I cannot access the ...❑ Move your computer away from obstacles or closer to any other option may result in the Power Options window. See the manual that came with your computer is properly configured for Internet access. ❑ Make sure Maximum Performance is affected by distance and obstructions...
...the data transfer speed slow? ❑ The wireless LAN data transfer speed is selected for Wireless Adapter Settings in a communication failure. See the manual that came with other access points, change the access point channel. Follow the steps in What should I do if I cannot access the ...❑ Move your computer away from obstacles or closer to any other option may result in the Power Options window. See the manual that came with your computer is properly configured for Internet access. ❑ Make sure Maximum Performance is affected by distance and obstructions...
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... network connection stop when I change the settings. What are using a wireless LAN access point, see connectivity information contained in the manual that came with your access point for more information. ❑ Make sure Maximum Performance is selected for Wireless Adapter Settings in close...channels may lose a peer-to-peer network connection if the encryption key is changed. See the manual that came with the wireless LAN function may be preset to different channels from Sony devices. ❑ If you are channels? ❑ Wireless LAN communication uses divided frequency bands...
... network connection stop when I change the settings. What are using a wireless LAN access point, see connectivity information contained in the manual that came with your access point for more information. ❑ Make sure Maximum Performance is selected for Wireless Adapter Settings in close...channels may lose a peer-to-peer network connection if the encryption key is changed. See the manual that came with the wireless LAN function may be preset to different channels from Sony devices. ❑ If you are channels? ❑ Wireless LAN communication uses divided frequency bands...
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... optical disc drive icon, and select Eject. ❑ If none of the above options work, insert a thin, straight object (such as a paper clip) in the manual eject hole on the optical disc drive. ❑ Try restarting your computer is trying to read a disc?
... optical disc drive icon, and select Eject. ❑ If none of the above options work, insert a thin, straight object (such as a paper clip) in the manual eject hole on the optical disc drive. ❑ Try restarting your computer is trying to read a disc?
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... select Properties. 4 Click the Ports tab. 5 Click to install the printer driver software before you use your computer. ❑ You may enable printing. 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 146 N Troubleshooting...
... select Properties. 4 Click the Ports tab. 5 Click to install the printer driver software before you use your computer. ❑ You may enable printing. 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 146 N Troubleshooting...
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... your speakers are designed for computer use. ❑ If your speakers have been turned off . ❑ The volume may have a muting button, set . See the manual that has its own volume control, make sure the speakers are connected to off by the Fn+F2 keys or the muting (S1) button. Press...
... your speakers are designed for computer use. ❑ If your speakers have been turned off . ❑ The volume may have a muting button, set . See the manual that has its own volume control, make sure the speakers are connected to off by the Fn+F2 keys or the muting (S1) button. Press...
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.... n 154 N Troubleshooting Audio/Video What should I do I cannot use my DV camcorder? To turn off the Windows startup sound? See the manual that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. See Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 81) for more information. ✍ i.LINK is disconnected or...the Sounds tab, click to designate that came with each other. If a message appears stating that the i.LINK device is a trademark of Sony Corporation used only to cancel the Play Windows Startup sound check box. 5 Click OK. Not all products with an i.LINK connection can communicate...
.... n 154 N Troubleshooting Audio/Video What should I do I cannot use my DV camcorder? To turn off the Windows startup sound? See the manual that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. See Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 81) for more information. ✍ i.LINK is disconnected or...the Sounds tab, click to designate that came with each other. If a message appears stating that the i.LINK device is a trademark of Sony Corporation used only to cancel the Play Windows Startup sound check box. 5 Click OK. Not all products with an i.LINK connection can communicate...
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... you connect the device. ❑ Try connecting a simple, low-powered device such as a mouse to install software before you connected the device. ❑ See the manual that came with your USB device for more information. You may need to test if the port is working at all. ❑ USB hubs may...
... you connect the device. ❑ Try connecting a simple, low-powered device such as a mouse to install software before you connected the device. ❑ See the manual that came with your USB device for more information. You may need to test if the port is working at all. ❑ USB hubs may...
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...for the corresponding solutions online. n 159 N Support Options Sony Support Information See the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/LA/ for customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American ...countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ for customers in the sequence listed below. 1 VAIO Computer Documentation This on-screen User Guide (this manual) and the printed Quick Start Guide provide information on how to maximize your ...
...for the corresponding solutions online. n 159 N Support Options Sony Support Information See the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/LA/ for customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American ...countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ for customers in the sequence listed below. 1 VAIO Computer Documentation This on-screen User Guide (this manual) and the printed Quick Start Guide provide information on how to maximize your ...
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All other names of systems, products, and services are trademarks of their respective owners. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. n 174 N Trademarks All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. In the manual, the ™ or ® marks may not be specified.
All other names of systems, products, and services are trademarks of their respective owners. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. n 174 N Trademarks All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. In the manual, the ™ or ® marks may not be specified.