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... Guide (This manual) - On-screen Documentation ❑ Help and Support - Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your entire built...
... Guide (This manual) - On-screen Documentation ❑ Help and Support - Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your entire built...
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... Use > Finding More about setting up Bluetooth®, wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless WAN functions. May be included with the preinstalled software programs on your computer. You may not be able to find out about configuration of your computer. Features and options may be available ...on your computer. To access this on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - Information about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility ...
... Use > Finding More about setting up Bluetooth®, wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless WAN functions. May be included with the preinstalled software programs on your computer. You may not be able to find out about configuration of your computer. Features and options may be available ...on your computer. To access this on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - Information about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility ...
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...5 A brief description of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at www.sonystyle.com/backstage to receive the ...location. In order to find the information you are looking for your Sony VAIO computer. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is the last 7 digits of the problem 5. Visit...
...5 A brief description of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at www.sonystyle.com/backstage to receive the ...location. In order to find the information you are looking for your Sony VAIO computer. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is the last 7 digits of the problem 5. Visit...
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... data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. While some software applications or peripheral devices are using the computer. To avoid loss of battery. Your computer is supplied with the VAIO Control Center. If the battery pack runs out of power and both the charge and power...
... data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. While some software applications or peripheral devices are using the computer. To avoid loss of battery. Your computer is supplied with the VAIO Control Center. If the battery pack runs out of power and both the charge and power...
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Your computer must be connected to the Internet to VAIO Web Support and then follow the on -screen instructions. ! Getting Started > Updating Your Computer n 30 N Updating Your Computer Be sure to install the latest updates on your computer with the following software applications so that the computer can run more efficiently. ❑ Windows Update Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on -screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 4 Click Start, All Programs, VAIO Update 4, and Go to download the updates.
Your computer must be connected to the Internet to VAIO Web Support and then follow the on -screen instructions. ! Getting Started > Updating Your Computer n 30 N Updating Your Computer Be sure to install the latest updates on your computer with the following software applications so that the computer can run more efficiently. ❑ Windows Update Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on -screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 4 Click Start, All Programs, VAIO Update 4, and Go to download the updates.
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See the help file included with the VAIO Control Center for more information. When you execute this command, the states of power consumption. To make the view look smaller and further away (zoom ... connected peripheral devices are saved to turn on power management, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 28). For details on the power. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard Combination/Feature Fn + / (F9/F10): zooming Fn + (F12): hibernation n 33 N Function Changes the size of an image or a document displayed on...
See the help file included with the VAIO Control Center for more information. When you execute this command, the states of power consumption. To make the view look smaller and further away (zoom ... connected peripheral devices are saved to turn on power management, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 28). For details on the power. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard Combination/Feature Fn + / (F9/F10): zooming Fn + (F12): hibernation n 33 N Function Changes the size of an image or a document displayed on...
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..., All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 3, and WebCam Companion 3. 2 Click your instant messaging or video editing software does not activate or deactivate the built-in the properties window. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Built-in Camera n 38 N Using the Built-in Camera Your computer is equipped ...with a built-in the main window. To use the software, see the help file included with the software. ✍ When capturing an image or ...
..., All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 3, and WebCam Companion 3. 2 Click your instant messaging or video editing software does not activate or deactivate the built-in the properties window. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Built-in Camera n 38 N Using the Built-in Camera Your computer is equipped ...with a built-in the main window. To use the software, see the help file included with the software. ✍ When capturing an image or ...
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.... As with other optical media devices, circumstances may not be sure to read the notices on the disc package carefully to malfunction. VAIO computers may restrict video output to standard definition or prohibit analog video output. If the region setting on the optical disc drive does... This unit is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of copyright protected Blu-ray Disc media. Exit all memory-resident utility software before playing or writing a disc as an HDMI connection or a DVI connection, it is...
.... As with other optical media devices, circumstances may not be sure to read the notices on the disc package carefully to malfunction. VAIO computers may restrict video output to standard definition or prohibit analog video output. If the region setting on the optical disc drive does... This unit is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of copyright protected Blu-ray Disc media. Exit all memory-resident utility software before playing or writing a disc as an HDMI connection or a DVI connection, it is...
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For instructions on how to use the software, see the help file included with the software. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 45 N Playing Discs To play the disc. Copying Files to Discs To copy files to the disc. For instructions ...on how to play a disc 1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive. ! Connect the AC adapter to the computer and close all running software...
For instructions on how to use the software, see the help file included with the software. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 45 N Playing Discs To play the disc. Copying Files to Discs To copy files to the disc. For instructions ...on how to play a disc 1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive. ! Connect the AC adapter to the computer and close all running software...
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the Safely Remove Hardware icon is off. - Make sure you use the most recent driver software provided by the ExpressCard module manufacturer. To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ You can skip steps 1 to unplug and click Stop. 4 Follow the on the ... the taskbar. 3 Select the hardware you want to 4 when: - n 53 N the hardware you want to unplug is not displayed in the proper direction. 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 are inserting...
the Safely Remove Hardware icon is off. - Make sure you use the most recent driver software provided by the ExpressCard module manufacturer. To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ You can skip steps 1 to unplug and click Stop. 4 Follow the on the ... the taskbar. 3 Select the hardware you want to 4 when: - n 53 N the hardware you want to unplug is not displayed in the proper direction. 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 are inserting...
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..., the ambient environment that includes existence of walls and materials of obstacles between communication devices, existence of such walls, and the software in use . When the communication speed is not as fast as the one displayed on your computer. In addition, communications may... products. Taking this into consideration, the IEEE 802.11g products are designed to reduce the communication speed to radio interference. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN n 63 N The communication speed varies depending on the distance between such devices, the device configuration,...
..., the ambient environment that includes existence of walls and materials of obstacles between communication devices, existence of such walls, and the software in use . When the communication speed is not as fast as the one displayed on your computer. In addition, communications may... products. Taking this into consideration, the IEEE 802.11g products are designed to reduce the communication speed to radio interference. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN n 63 N The communication speed varies depending on the distance between such devices, the device configuration,...
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Certain software applications may not support the Multiple Monitors function. If you are using the Multiple Monitors function, or the computer may not work properly. 1 Right-click ... Monitors Function n 74 N To use the Multiple Monitors function ✍ Your external display may not be compatible with Multiple Monitors settings. Make sure that your software may not return to Normal mode. Set fewer colors or a lower resolution for each display.
Certain software applications may not support the Multiple Monitors function. If you are using the Multiple Monitors function, or the computer may not work properly. 1 Right-click ... Monitors Function n 74 N To use the Multiple Monitors function ✍ Your external display may not be compatible with Multiple Monitors settings. Make sure that your software may not return to Normal mode. Set fewer colors or a lower resolution for each display.
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Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting a USB Device n 77 N Notes on connecting a USB device ❑ You may need to install the driver software supplied with your USB device before use a USB printer compatible with your computer and/or USB devices from damage, observe the following: ❑ When moving ...
Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting a USB Device n 77 N Notes on connecting a USB device ❑ You may need to install the driver software supplied with your USB device before use a USB printer compatible with your computer and/or USB devices from damage, observe the following: ❑ When moving ...
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...be available in some countries or areas. ❑ An i.LINK connection with other . However, the actual transfer rate depends on the software applications, operating system, and i.LINK- Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an i.LINK Device n 78 N Connecting an i.LINK Device Your... (for more information. ❑ Check the working conditions and operating system compatibility of Sony Corporation used only to designate that came with your software for more information on a software application, an operating system, and a compatible i.LINK device. The procedure to establish ...
...be available in some countries or areas. ❑ An i.LINK connection with other . However, the actual transfer rate depends on the software applications, operating system, and i.LINK- Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an i.LINK Device n 78 N Connecting an i.LINK Device Your... (for more information. ❑ Check the working conditions and operating system compatibility of Sony Corporation used only to designate that came with your software for more information on a software application, an operating system, and a compatible i.LINK device. The procedure to establish ...
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Customizing Your VAIO Computer > n 80 N 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) ❑ Using Intel VT (page 86) ❑ Using the VAIO Control Center (page 87) ❑ Using the VAIO Power Management (page 88) ❑ Configuring Your Modem (page 89) Among other things, you will learn how to change the main settings of your VAIO computer.
Customizing Your VAIO Computer > n 80 N 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) ❑ Using Intel VT (page 86) ❑ Using the VAIO Control Center (page 87) ❑ Using the VAIO Power Management (page 88) ❑ Configuring Your Modem (page 89) Among other things, you will learn how to change the main settings of your VAIO computer.
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... the Enter key, select Enabled, and press the Enter key. ! For information on virtualization and how to use hardware virtualization software, contact the software publisher. The BIOS setup screen appears. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using Intel® VT n 86 N Using Intel® VT Intel® Virtualization Technology (VT) allows you cannot select Intel...
... the Enter key, select Enabled, and press the Enter key. ! For information on virtualization and how to use hardware virtualization software, contact the software publisher. The BIOS setup screen appears. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using Intel® VT n 86 N Using Intel® VT Intel® Virtualization Technology (VT) allows you cannot select Intel...
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... the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you are currently using. Click this software application, you can check the current power plan settings with the VAIO Power Management Viewer in the Power Options window. To change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power... longer battery life. Selecting a Power Plan When you set up power plans for power consumption. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Power Management n 88 N Using the VAIO Power Management Power management helps you start the computer, a power status icon appears on the taskbar. Change ...
... the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you are currently using. Click this software application, you can check the current power plan settings with the VAIO Power Management Viewer in the Power Options window. To change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power... longer battery life. Selecting a Power Plan When you set up power plans for power consumption. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Power Management n 88 N Using the VAIO Power Management Power management helps you start the computer, a power status icon appears on the taskbar. Change ...
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Turning off your computer. ❑ Try reinstalling the software. ❑ Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support. Reinstall the battery pack, plug the AC adapter, and then press the power button to turn off, press ... does not work , click Start and the Shut down button. Troubleshooting > Computer n 116 N What should I do if my computer or software stops responding? ❑ If your computer stops responding while a software application is running, press the Alt+F4 keys to close the application window. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do not...
Turning off your computer. ❑ Try reinstalling the software. ❑ Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support. Reinstall the battery pack, plug the AC adapter, and then press the power button to turn off, press ... does not work , click Start and the Shut down button. Troubleshooting > Computer n 116 N What should I do if my computer or software stops responding? ❑ If your computer stops responding while a software application is running, press the Alt+F4 keys to close the application window. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do not...
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... the priority and press the Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key to which you have forgotten the power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to reset it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the web site of the BIOS functions to select your computer. 2 Press the F2 key ...Follow these steps: 1 Turn on password? At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. If you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. You can I cannot remember the power-on your desired priority under Boot Priority and press the ...
... the priority and press the Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key to which you have forgotten the power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to reset it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the web site of the BIOS functions to select your computer. 2 Press the F2 key ...Follow these steps: 1 Turn on password? At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. If you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. You can I cannot remember the power-on your desired priority under Boot Priority and press the ...
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... partition? How do if I check the volume of the C drive are designed to the computer? To check the volume of inactivity. Some software applications or screen savers are displayed in the Disk 0 row in storage device contains the recovery partition where the data for the system recovery is... stored. To boot your computer and press the F11 key when the VAIO logo appears. To solve this problem, exit the running software application(s) or change the boot device. Turn on your computer from the USB floppy disk drive connected to temporarily...
... partition? How do if I check the volume of the C drive are designed to the computer? To check the volume of inactivity. Some software applications or screen savers are displayed in the Disk 0 row in storage device contains the recovery partition where the data for the system recovery is... stored. To boot your computer and press the F11 key when the VAIO logo appears. To solve this problem, exit the running software application(s) or change the boot device. Turn on your computer from the USB floppy disk drive connected to temporarily...