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...35 Using the Quick Web Access Function 36 Using the Built-in Camera 38 Using the Optical Disc 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 ... Microphone 75 Connecting a USB Device 76 Connecting an i.LINK Device 78 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 80 Setting the Password 81 Using Intel® VT 86 Using the VAIO Control Center 87 Using the VAIO Power Management 88 Configuring Your Modem 89 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 90 Adding and Removing Memory 91
...35 Using the Quick Web Access Function 36 Using the Built-in Camera 38 Using the Optical Disc 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 ... Microphone 75 Connecting a USB Device 76 Connecting an i.LINK Device 78 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 80 Setting the Password 81 Using Intel® VT 86 Using the VAIO Control Center 87 Using the VAIO Power Management 88 Configuring Your Modem 89 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 90 Adding and Removing Memory 91
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... Handling the LCD Screen 105 Using the Power Source 106 Handling the Built-in Camera 107 Handling Discs 108 Using the Battery Pack 109 Handling "Memory Stick 110 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 111 Troubleshooting 112 Computer 114 System Security 121 Battery 122 Built-in Camera 124 Internet 126 Networking... 128 Optical Discs 131 Display 135 Printing 139 Microphone 140 Speakers 141 Touch Pad 142 Keyboard 143 Floppy Disks 144 Audio/Video 145 "Memory Stick 147 Peripherals 148 Trademarks 149 Notice 151
... Handling the LCD Screen 105 Using the Power Source 106 Handling the Built-in Camera 107 Handling Discs 108 Using the Battery Pack 109 Handling "Memory Stick 110 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 111 Troubleshooting 112 Computer 114 System Security 121 Battery 122 Built-in Camera 124 Internet 126 Networking... 128 Optical Discs 131 Display 135 Printing 139 Microphone 140 Speakers 141 Touch Pad 142 Keyboard 143 Floppy Disks 144 Audio/Video 145 "Memory Stick 147 Peripherals 148 Trademarks 149 Notice 151
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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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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Back/Bottom n 17 N A Air vents B Battery connector (page 21) C Memory module compartment cover (page 91)
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Back/Bottom n 17 N A Air vents B Battery connector (page 21) C Memory module compartment cover (page 91)
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Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. Illuminates while data access to a memory card, such as "Memory Stick" and an SD memory card, is in progress. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off the indicator light. The numeric keypad is not active ... keypad. Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn off while this indicator light is lit.) When the indicator light is unlit, the memory card is not in progress. Press the key a second time to the built-in storage device or the optical disc drive is in use . Normal...
Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. Illuminates while data access to a memory card, such as "Memory Stick" and an SD memory card, is in progress. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off the indicator light. The numeric keypad is not active ... keypad. Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn off while this indicator light is lit.) When the indicator light is unlit, the memory card is not in progress. Press the key a second time to the built-in storage device or the optical disc drive is in use . 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 ... Access Function (page 36) ❑ Using the Built-in Camera (page 38) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 39) ❑ Using "Memory Stick" (page 46) ❑ Using Other Modules / Memory Cards (page 52) ❑ Using the Internet (page 58) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 60) ❑ Using the Wireless LAN...
... 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 ... Access Function (page 36) ❑ Using the Built-in Camera (page 38) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 39) ❑ Using "Memory Stick" (page 46) ❑ Using Other Modules / Memory Cards (page 52) ❑ Using the Internet (page 58) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 60) ❑ Using the Wireless LAN...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Quick Web Access Function n 37 N Notes on using the Quick Web Access function While the Quick Web Access function is activated, you cannot use: ❑ any function key, except the F2, F3, and F4 keys, in combination with the Fn key for shortcuts. ❑ the Scr Lk key in combination with the Fn key for a shortcut. ❑ any port and jack except the DC IN port, the network (LAN) port, the USB ports, and the headphones jack. ❑ the "Memory Stick" slot, the SD memory card slot, and the ExpressCard slot.
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Quick Web Access Function n 37 N Notes on using the Quick Web Access function While the Quick Web Access function is activated, you cannot use: ❑ any function key, except the F2, F3, and F4 keys, in combination with the Fn key for shortcuts. ❑ the Scr Lk key in combination with the Fn key for a shortcut. ❑ any port and jack except the DC IN port, the network (LAN) port, the USB ports, and the headphones jack. ❑ the "Memory Stick" slot, the SD memory card slot, and the ExpressCard slot.
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...play or view the contents of VAIO optical disc drives with discs that ...prevent Blu-ray Disc media playback. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n...COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM...ray Disc media continually, update the AACS key. VAIO computers may cause the computer to playback discs ... external display is not possible. Exit all memory-resident utility software before playing or writing a...This unit is designed to malfunction. Unless your VAIO computer, be compatible with the High-bandwidth Digital...
...play or view the contents of VAIO optical disc drives with discs that ...prevent Blu-ray Disc media playback. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n...COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM...ray Disc media continually, update the AACS key. VAIO computers may cause the computer to playback discs ... external display is not possible. Exit all memory-resident utility software before playing or writing a...This unit is designed to malfunction. Unless your VAIO computer, be compatible with the High-bandwidth Digital...
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...for external data storage. For the latest information about "Memory Stick", visit [memorystick.com] at http://www.memorystick.com/en/. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 46 N Using "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" is removable, it can accommodate the following ...sizes and types of media: ❑ "Memory Stick" ❑ "Memory Stick Duo" ❑ "Memory Stick PRO" ❑ "Memory Stick PRO Duo" ❑ "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" ! The "Memory...
...for external data storage. For the latest information about "Memory Stick", visit [memorystick.com] at http://www.memorystick.com/en/. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 46 N Using "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" is removable, it can accommodate the following ...sizes and types of media: ❑ "Memory Stick" ❑ "Memory Stick Duo" ❑ "Memory Stick PRO" ❑ "Memory Stick PRO Duo" ❑ "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" ! The "Memory...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 47 N Inserting and Removing "Memory Stick" To insert "Memory Stick" 1 Locate the "Memory Stick" slot. 2 Hold "Memory Stick" with the arrow facing upward and pointing toward the slot. 3 Carefully slide "Memory Stick" into the slot until it clicks into the "Memory Stick" slot without using a "Memory Stick Duo" adaptor. The "Memory Stick" icon will...
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 47 N Inserting and Removing "Memory Stick" To insert "Memory Stick" 1 Locate the "Memory Stick" slot. 2 Hold "Memory Stick" with the arrow facing upward and pointing toward the slot. 3 Carefully slide "Memory Stick" into the slot until it clicks into the "Memory Stick" slot without using a "Memory Stick Duo" adaptor. The "Memory Stick" icon will...
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...VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 48 N ! Before using "Memory Stick Micro" ("M2"), be able to hold "Memory Stick" with the arrow pointing in the correct direction as you cannot insert it smoothly. To remove "Memory Stick" ! To avoid damaging your computer or the media, do , you do not force "Memory Stick" into a "Memory... Stick Duo" adaptor. Do not remove "Memory Stick" while the Media Access indicator light is...
...VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 48 N ! Before using "Memory Stick Micro" ("M2"), be able to hold "Memory Stick" with the arrow pointing in the correct direction as you cannot insert it smoothly. To remove "Memory Stick" ! To avoid damaging your computer or the media, do , you do not force "Memory Stick" into a "Memory... Stick Duo" adaptor. Do not remove "Memory Stick" while the Media Access indicator light is...
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...the slot while formatting. Be sure to format the media and supports "Memory Stick" when formatting the media. Formatting "Memory Stick" erases the entire data stored on the media. Do not remove "Memory Stick" from the File system drop-down list as it clicks into place... to reformat the media with your valuable data. If you select Quick Format in Format options. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 49 N Formatting "Memory Stick" To format "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" has been formatted by default and is designed to use . This could cause a malfunction. 1 ...
...the slot while formatting. Be sure to format the media and supports "Memory Stick" when formatting the media. Formatting "Memory Stick" erases the entire data stored on the media. Do not remove "Memory Stick" from the File system drop-down list as it clicks into place... to reformat the media with your valuable data. If you select Quick Format in Format options. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 49 N Formatting "Memory Stick" To format "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" has been formatted by default and is designed to use . This could cause a malfunction. 1 ...
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It may take time to format "Memory Stick" depending on -screen instructions. ! n 50 N Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" 6 Click Start. 7 Follow the on the media type.
It may take time to format "Memory Stick" depending on -screen instructions. ! n 50 N Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" 6 Click Start. 7 Follow the on the media type.
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... your personal use, it is the general name of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 51 N Notes on Using "Memory Stick" ❑ Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded "Memory Stick" with capacity of up to 16 GB that are guaranteed of compatibility. ❑...
... your personal use, it is the general name of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 51 N Notes on Using "Memory Stick" ❑ Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded "Memory Stick" with capacity of up to 16 GB that are guaranteed of compatibility. ❑...
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... the ExpressCard slot and the ExpressCard module in this manual. Do not force it clicks into the slot. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 52 N Using Other Modules / Memory Cards Using the ExpressCard Module Your computer is equipped with an ExpressCard/34 slot* for transferring data among digital cameras, camcorders...
... the ExpressCard slot and the ExpressCard module in this manual. Do not force it clicks into the slot. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 52 N Using Other Modules / Memory Cards Using the ExpressCard Module Your computer is equipped with an ExpressCard/34 slot* for transferring data among digital cameras, camcorders...
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... click Stop. 4 Follow the on the taskbar. 3 Select the hardware you want to 4 when: - the Safely Remove Hardware icon is off. - Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards ✍ If the module does not go into the slot easily, remove it gently and verify you use the most recent driver...
... click Stop. 4 Follow the on the taskbar. 3 Select the hardware you want to 4 when: - the Safely Remove Hardware icon is off. - Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards ✍ If the module does not go into the slot easily, remove it gently and verify you use the most recent driver...
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Before you use this slot to visit the appropriate support web site. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 54 N Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with an SD memory card slot. You can use the SD memory card The SD memory card slot on your computer supports the following memory cards: ❑ SD memory card ❑ SDHC memory card For the latest information on compatible memory cards, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5) to transfer data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices.
Before you use this slot to visit the appropriate support web site. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 54 N Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with an SD memory card slot. You can use the SD memory card The SD memory card slot on your computer supports the following memory cards: ❑ SD memory card ❑ SDHC memory card For the latest information on compatible memory cards, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5) to transfer data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices.
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The SD memory card icon will appear in the Computer window after you are inserting it in the proper direction. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To insert an SD memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot. 2 Hold the SD memory card with the arrow facing upward and pointing toward the slot. 3 Carefully slide the SD memory card into the slot until it clicks into the slot. n 55 N ✍ If the SD memory card does not go into the slot easily, remove it gently and verify you insert the card into the slot. Do not force the card into place.
The SD memory card icon will appear in the Computer window after you are inserting it in the proper direction. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To insert an SD memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot. 2 Hold the SD memory card with the arrow facing upward and pointing toward the slot. 3 Carefully slide the SD memory card into the slot until it clicks into the slot. n 55 N ✍ If the SD memory card does not go into the slot easily, remove it gently and verify you insert the card into the slot. Do not force the card into place.
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n 56 N The SD memory card ejects. 4 Pull the SD memory card out of the slot. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an SD memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot. 2 Check that the Media Access indicator light is unlit. 3 Push in the SD memory card toward the computer and release.
n 56 N The SD memory card ejects. 4 Pull the SD memory card out of the slot. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an SD memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot. 2 Check that the Media Access indicator light is unlit. 3 Push in the SD memory card toward the computer and release.
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...do not force the memory card into the slot if you cannot insert it in or out of the slot. ❑ Do not remove the memory card while the media access indicator light is lit. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 57 N Notes on Using Memory Cards General notes ...on using the SD memory card ❑ Your computer has been tested and found compatible ...
...do not force the memory card into the slot if you cannot insert it in or out of the slot. ❑ Do not remove the memory card while the media access indicator light is lit. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 57 N Notes on Using Memory Cards General notes ...on using the SD memory card ❑ Your computer has been tested and found compatible ...