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.... Before Use > n4 N Before Use Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide state-of-the-art personal computing experience. ! Sony has combined leading-edge technology in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ How to find specifications Some features, options, and supplied items may find out about the configuration...
.... Before Use > n4 N Before Use Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide state-of-the-art personal computing experience. ! Sony has combined leading-edge technology in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ How to find specifications Some features, options, and supplied items may find out about the configuration...
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...VAIO computer. 1. VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Information about your VAIO computer. You can find the answers you need. Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO... etc. ❑ Safety Information - Safety guidelines and owner information. 2. Get started with my VAIO Get help in storage device to articles, the VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software information. VAIO User Guide (This manual) -
...VAIO computer. 1. VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Information about your VAIO computer. You can find the answers you need. Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO... etc. ❑ Safety Information - Safety guidelines and owner information. 2. Get started with my VAIO Get help in storage device to articles, the VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software information. VAIO User Guide (This manual) -
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...able to find out about configuration of your computer. To access this on your computer. May be available on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help (Selected models only) - Information about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on your computer. You may not be included with the preinstalled programs... Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. Before Use > Finding More about setting up Bluetooth®, wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless WAN functions. See the specifications to access the help files from the help files -
...able to find out about configuration of your computer. To access this on your computer. May be available on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help (Selected models only) - Information about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on your computer. You may not be included with the preinstalled programs... Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. Before Use > Finding More about setting up Bluetooth®, wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless WAN functions. See the specifications to access the help files from the help files -
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...n 25 N Using the Battery Charge Functions You can conserve your battery life just by setting the specific wallpaper as your desktop background. To check the battery charge capacity Follow steps 1 to select the Enable...charging method using the Battery Charge Functions. To enable the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and then Battery Charge Functions. 3 Click Advanced. 4 Click to 3 in... low, replace the battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery pack. To make the life of battery longer, enable the battery care function.
...n 25 N Using the Battery Charge Functions You can conserve your battery life just by setting the specific wallpaper as your desktop background. To check the battery charge capacity Follow steps 1 to select the Enable...charging method using the Battery Charge Functions. To enable the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and then Battery Charge Functions. 3 Click Advanced. 4 Click to 3 in... low, replace the battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery pack. To make the life of battery longer, enable the battery care function.
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...✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system is finished launching. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 30 N Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. To increase the volume, keep pressing the Fn+F6 keys or press the Fn+F6 keys... and then the M or , key. To increase lighting intensity, keep pressing the Fn+F4 keys or press the Fn+F4 keys and then the M or , key. Combinations and Functions with the VAIO ...
...✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system is finished launching. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 30 N Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. To increase the volume, keep pressing the Fn+F6 keys or press the Fn+F6 keys... and then the M or , key. To increase lighting intensity, keep pressing the Fn+F4 keys or press the Fn+F4 keys and then the M or , key. Combinations and Functions with the VAIO ...
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... assignment with special buttons to help you use specific functions of the computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Special-function Buttons n 33 N Using Special-function Buttons Your computer is assigned to display the setup window. Launches the VAIO Launcher for selecting the desired software. Special-function... button Muting (S1) button AV MODE button Functions Executes the task that is equipped with the VAIO Control Center. To do so, press and hold the...
... assignment with special buttons to help you use specific functions of the computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Special-function Buttons n 33 N Using Special-function Buttons Your computer is assigned to display the setup window. Launches the VAIO Launcher for selecting the desired software. Special-function... button Muting (S1) button AV MODE button Functions Executes the task that is equipped with the VAIO Control Center. To do so, press and hold the...
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To insert a disc 1 Turn on your computer. The drive tray slides out. 3 Place a disc in this section may not be available on the computer. 2 Press the drive eject button (1) to find out about the configuration of the drive tray with an optical disc drive. See the specifications to open the drive. Features and options in the middle of your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 35 N Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with the label side facing upward and gently push it down until the disc clicks into place.
To insert a disc 1 Turn on your computer. The drive tray slides out. 3 Place a disc in this section may not be available on the computer. 2 Press the drive eject button (1) to find out about the configuration of the drive tray with an optical disc drive. See the specifications to open the drive. Features and options in the middle of your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 35 N Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with the label side facing upward and gently push it down until the disc clicks into place.
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... a disc. When you cannot play on the disc package carefully to standard definition or prohibit analog video output. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO optical disc drives with your external display is not supported. ! To play back discs that the audio side (... compliant with digital audio material on copyright protected Blu-ray Disc media. VAIO computers may cause the computer to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications (CD Standard). Do not use with your VAIO computer, be implemented for some contents on the disc, playback is designed...
... a disc. When you cannot play on the disc package carefully to standard definition or prohibit analog video output. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO optical disc drives with your external display is not supported. ! To play back discs that the audio side (... compliant with digital audio material on copyright protected Blu-ray Disc media. VAIO computers may cause the computer to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications (CD Standard). Do not use with your VAIO computer, be implemented for some contents on the disc, playback is designed...
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...Using the Memory Stick ❑ Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick with capacity of up to 16 GB that meet the same specifications as of compatibility. ❑ Inserting a Memory Stick with the MagicGate logo to ...use any audio and/or image data you recorded without prior consent from the respective copyright holders. However, not all the Memory Stick that are available as the compatible media are guaranteed of January 2009. Using Your VAIO...
...Using the Memory Stick ❑ Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick with capacity of up to 16 GB that meet the same specifications as of compatibility. ❑ Inserting a Memory Stick with the MagicGate logo to ...use any audio and/or image data you recorded without prior consent from the respective copyright holders. However, not all the Memory Stick that are available as the compatible media are guaranteed of January 2009. Using Your VAIO...
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... with capacity of up to insert an memory card or memory card adaptor of the SD memory card and the SDHC memory card. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 50 N Notes on Using Memory Cards General notes on using the SD memory card ❑ Your computer has been... damaging your computer. ❑ The SD memory card slot on using the memory card ❑ Be sure to use memory cards that meet the same specifications as of the slot. ❑ Do not remove the memory card while the media access indicator light is lit. An incompatible memory card or memory...
... with capacity of up to insert an memory card or memory card adaptor of the SD memory card and the SDHC memory card. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 50 N Notes on Using Memory Cards General notes on using the SD memory card ❑ Your computer has been... damaging your computer. ❑ The SD memory card slot on using the memory card ❑ Be sure to use memory cards that meet the same specifications as of the slot. ❑ Do not remove the memory card while the media access indicator light is lit. An incompatible memory card or memory...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN n 54 N Using the Wireless LAN Using the Wireless LAN (WLAN), all normal Ethernet connectivity, but with the added benefits of ...). Features and options in which a user can communicate through an access point, which means that you can connect to create a full infrastructure network. See the specifications to find out about the configuration of a meeting, or as you to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network. Or you can still access information, Internet...
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN n 54 N Using the Wireless LAN Using the Wireless LAN (WLAN), all normal Ethernet connectivity, but with the added benefits of ...). Features and options in which a user can communicate through an access point, which means that you can connect to create a full infrastructure network. See the specifications to find out about the configuration of a meeting, or as you to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network. Or you can still access information, Internet...
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... wireless LAN standard, using the 5 GHz band. Wireless LAN devices using the 2.4 GHz band cannot communicate with the IEEE 802.11i specification. limited number of technology used. The standard includes the encryption methods: Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP), which specifies the type of channels)....802.11g, and 802.11n draft standard, multi-band and multi-mode. The 2.4 GHz band used by the local regulations (e.g. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN n 56 N ✍ In some countries, using WLAN products may cause lower communication speed, narrower communication...
... wireless LAN standard, using the 5 GHz band. Wireless LAN devices using the 2.4 GHz band cannot communicate with the IEEE 802.11i specification. limited number of technology used. The standard includes the encryption methods: Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP), which specifies the type of channels)....802.11g, and 802.11n draft standard, multi-band and multi-mode. The 2.4 GHz band used by the local regulations (e.g. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN n 56 N ✍ In some countries, using WLAN products may cause lower communication speed, narrower communication...
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If you can select either your computer screen or the connected display to use as the primary monitor. The procedure for more information. See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer. Using Peripheral Devices > Selecting Display Modes n 63 N Selecting Display Modes When an external display is connected, you want to work on your computer screen and the external display at the same time, see Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 65) for selecting a display depends on the video controller used in the computer.
If you can select either your computer screen or the connected display to use as the primary monitor. The procedure for more information. See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer. Using Peripheral Devices > Selecting Display Modes n 63 N Selecting Display Modes When an external display is connected, you want to work on your computer screen and the external display at the same time, see Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 65) for selecting a display depends on the video controller used in the computer.
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See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your desktop across separate displays. For example, if you have an external display connected to the monitor port, ...
See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your desktop across separate displays. For example, if you have an external display connected to the monitor port, ...
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... nearest center or agent, see Finding More about the configuration of memory installed on your computer. To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). The type of module and the amount of your computer may differ depending on a computer. ❑ ... the memory module compartment cover. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 87 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑...
... nearest center or agent, see Finding More about the configuration of memory installed on your computer. To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). The type of module and the amount of your computer may differ depending on a computer. ❑ ... the memory module compartment cover. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 87 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑...
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... any other power-consuming equipment, such as it out by holding the plug. Precautions > Using the Power Source n 96 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. ❑ When the AC adapter is not...; Do not share the AC outlet with other AC adapter as a photocopier or a shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with your computer or genuine Sony products.
... any other power-consuming equipment, such as it out by holding the plug. Precautions > Using the Power Source n 96 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. ❑ When the AC adapter is not...; Do not share the AC outlet with other AC adapter as a photocopier or a shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with your computer or genuine Sony products.
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... the hard disk drive. ❑ Do not use your computer in temperature. ❑ Do not remove the hard disk drive from your computer. See the specifications to mechanical vibration or in a short time.
... the hard disk drive. ❑ Do not use your computer in temperature. ❑ Do not remove the hard disk drive from your computer. See the specifications to mechanical vibration or in a short time.
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... I cannot connect a USB device? ❑ If applicable, check the USB device is turned on your computer. We recommend you connect the device directly to the specific port you used the first time you are using its own power supply. The driver software could be installed to your USB device for more...
... I cannot connect a USB device? ❑ If applicable, check the USB device is turned on your computer. We recommend you connect the device directly to the specific port you used the first time you are using its own power supply. The driver software could be installed to your USB device for more...
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Trademarks > n 144 N All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. Features and specifications are trademarks of systems, products, and services are subject to change without notice. In the manual, the ™ or ® marks may not be specified. All other names of their respective owners.
Trademarks > n 144 N All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. Features and specifications are trademarks of systems, products, and services are subject to change without notice. In the manual, the ™ or ® marks may not be specified. All other names of their respective owners.