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...19 Using the Battery Pack 21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 27 Using the Power Saving Modes 28 Updating Your Computer 30 Using Your VAIO Computer 31 Using the Keyboard 32 Using the Touch Pad 34 Using Special-function Buttons 35 Using the Quick Web Access Function 36 ...Drive 39 Using "Memory Stick 46 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 52 Using the Internet 58 Using the Network (LAN 60 Using the Wireless LAN 61 Using Peripheral Devices 64 Connecting External Speakers or Headphones ..........65 Connecting an External Display 66 Selecting Display Modes 72 Using the Multiple ...
...19 Using the Battery Pack 21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 27 Using the Power Saving Modes 28 Updating Your Computer 30 Using Your VAIO Computer 31 Using the Keyboard 32 Using the Touch Pad 34 Using Special-function Buttons 35 Using the Quick Web Access Function 36 ...Drive 39 Using "Memory Stick 46 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 52 Using the Internet 58 Using the Network (LAN 60 Using the Wireless LAN 61 Using Peripheral Devices 64 Connecting External Speakers or Headphones ..........65 Connecting an External Display 66 Selecting Display Modes 72 Using the Multiple ...
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...to the original factory settings - 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 computer. To access Help and Support: 1... owner information. 2. VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer. 1. Information about your VAIO computer, and creating...
...to the original factory settings - 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 computer. To access Help and Support: 1... owner information. 2. VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer. 1. Information about your VAIO computer, and creating...
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... program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - See the specifications to access the help files from the help files - Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on your computer. You may not be included with the preinstalled software programs on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All...
... program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - See the specifications to access the help files from the help files - Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on your computer. You may not be included with the preinstalled software programs on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All...
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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Front n 13 N A Built-in microphone (monaural) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 18) C Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 38) D WIRELESS switch (page 61) E WIRELESS indicator (page 18) F Media Access indicator (page 18) G "Memory Stick" slot* (page 46) H SD memory card slot (page 54) I Power indicator (page 18) J Charge indicator (page 18) K Disc drive indicator (page 18) * Your computer supports both standard-size "Memory Stick" and Duo-size "Memory Stick".
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Front n 13 N A Built-in microphone (monaural) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 18) C Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 38) D WIRELESS switch (page 61) E WIRELESS indicator (page 18) F Media Access indicator (page 18) G "Memory Stick" slot* (page 46) H SD memory card slot (page 54) I Power indicator (page 18) J Charge indicator (page 18) K Disc drive indicator (page 18) * Your computer supports both standard-size "Memory Stick" and Duo-size "Memory Stick".
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...indicator light is charging. Press the Caps Lock key to activate the numeric keypad. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 24) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Built-in MOTION EYE camera Media Access Disc ...drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in green while the computer is on the program you scroll the display. Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. Normal ...
...indicator light is charging. Press the Caps Lock key to activate the numeric keypad. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 24) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Built-in MOTION EYE camera Media Access Disc ...drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in green while the computer is on the program you scroll the display. Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. Normal ...
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... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 32) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 34) ❑ Using Special-function Buttons (page 35) ❑ Using the Quick ... 46) ❑ Using Other Modules / Memory Cards (page 52) ❑ Using the Internet (page 58) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 60) ❑ Using the Wireless LAN (page 61) n 31 N
... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 32) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 34) ❑ Using Special-function Buttons (page 35) ❑ Using the Quick ... 46) ❑ Using Other Modules / Memory Cards (page 52) ❑ Using the Internet (page 58) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 60) ❑ Using the Wireless LAN (page 61) n 31 N
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... the Internet. The following types of Internet connection services may need to set up devices required for connecting your computer to the Internet using the wireless LAN function, you need to connect an external modem device, for example a USB telephone modem, a DSL modem, or a cable modem, to your ...computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 58 N Using the Internet Before using the Internet, you need to sign up with your computer to the Internet, be ...
... the Internet. The following types of Internet connection services may need to set up devices required for connecting your computer to the Internet using the wireless LAN function, you need to connect an external modem device, for example a USB telephone modem, a DSL modem, or a cable modem, to your ...computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 58 N Using the Internet Before using the Internet, you need to sign up with your computer to the Internet, be ...
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...Help. Use the SmartWi Connection Utility to set up the wireless LAN function. You can communicate with a limited number of computers (ad-hoc). Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN n 61 N Using the Wireless LAN Using the Wireless LAN (WLAN), all normal LAN connectivity, but with the... added benefits of a meeting, or as you first need to set up the wireless LAN function. A WLAN is a network...
...Help. Use the SmartWi Connection Utility to set up the wireless LAN function. You can communicate with a limited number of computers (ad-hoc). Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN n 61 N Using the Wireless LAN Using the Wireless LAN (WLAN), all normal LAN connectivity, but with the... added benefits of a meeting, or as you first need to set up the wireless LAN function. A WLAN is a network...
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...specifications to secure all versions of Standards and Technology (NIST) FIPS 140-2 compliant AES encryption algorithm and 802.1X-based authentication. Wireless LAN devices using the 2.4 GHz band cannot communicate with the IEEE 802.11i specification. The standard includes the encryption methods: Wired ...Equivalent Privacy (WEP), which specifies the type of channels). Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN n 62 N ✍ In some countries, using WLAN products may cause lower communication speed, narrower communication range, or...
...specifications to secure all versions of Standards and Technology (NIST) FIPS 140-2 compliant AES encryption algorithm and 802.1X-based authentication. Wireless LAN devices using the 2.4 GHz band cannot communicate with the IEEE 802.11i specification. The standard includes the encryption methods: Wired ...Equivalent Privacy (WEP), which specifies the type of channels). Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN n 62 N ✍ In some countries, using WLAN products may cause lower communication speed, narrower communication range, or...
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... existence of such walls, and the software in use . Deploying IEEE 802.11b and IEEE 802.11g products on the same wireless network may reduce the communication speed due to ensure communications with IEEE 802.11b products. In addition, communications may increase the communication... speed. When the communication speed is not as fast as the one displayed on your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN n 63 N The communication speed varies depending on the distance between communication devices, existence of obstacles between such devices,...
... existence of such walls, and the software in use . Deploying IEEE 802.11b and IEEE 802.11g products on the same wireless network may reduce the communication speed due to ensure communications with IEEE 802.11b products. In addition, communications may increase the communication... speed. When the communication speed is not as fast as the one displayed on your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN n 63 N The communication speed varies depending on the distance between communication devices, existence of obstacles between such devices,...
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...to move your computer away from obstructions or closer to any other option may be using. ❑ Make sure the WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit on your access point is selected. ❑ Make sure the encryption key is correct. ... settings. 3 Click Change advanced power settings. 4 Select the Advanced settings tab. 5 Double-click Wireless Adapter Settings and Power Saving Mode. 6 Select Maximum Performance from the drop-down list both for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window. Troubleshooting > Networking n 128 N Networking What should I do...
...to move your computer away from obstructions or closer to any other option may be using. ❑ Make sure the WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit on your access point is selected. ❑ Make sure the encryption key is correct. ... settings. 3 Click Change advanced power settings. 4 Select the Advanced settings tab. 5 Double-click Wireless Adapter Settings and Power Saving Mode. 6 Select Maximum Performance from the drop-down list both for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window. Troubleshooting > Networking n 128 N Networking What should I do...
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...Options window. Selecting any access point you may result in a communication failure. Selecting any access point you may be using a wireless LAN access point, the device may result in a communication failure. Other factors include device configurations, radio conditions, and software compatibility.... Troubleshooting > Networking n 129 N What should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point? (page 128) to change the settings. See the manual that came with your computer is properly configured for Internet...
...Options window. Selecting any access point you may result in a communication failure. Selecting any access point you may be using a wireless LAN access point, the device may result in a communication failure. Other factors include device configurations, radio conditions, and software compatibility.... Troubleshooting > Networking n 129 N What should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point? (page 128) to change the settings. See the manual that came with your computer is properly configured for Internet...
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... your computer is connected to an access point, data transfer interruptions may be preset to different channels from Sony devices. ❑ If you are channels? ❑ Wireless LAN communication uses divided frequency bands known as channels. Two computers with your computer closer to the access ...point. ❑ Make sure the access point connection is intact. ❑ Change the access point channel. What are using a wireless LAN access point, see connectivity information contained in close proximity to microwaves and cordless telephones. ❑ Move your access point. See ...
... your computer is connected to an access point, data transfer interruptions may be preset to different channels from Sony devices. ❑ If you are channels? ❑ Wireless LAN communication uses divided frequency bands known as channels. Two computers with your computer closer to the access ...point. ❑ Make sure the access point connection is intact. ❑ Change the access point channel. What are using a wireless LAN access point, see connectivity information contained in close proximity to microwaves and cordless telephones. ❑ Move your access point. See ...