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... Source 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 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...
... Source 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 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...
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... with my VAIO Get help in storage device to articles, the VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software information. Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Information... - Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n5 N Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your VAIO computer. 1. VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Printed Documentation ❑...
... with my VAIO Get help in storage device to articles, the VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software information. Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Information... - Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n5 N Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your VAIO computer. 1. VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Printed Documentation ❑...
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... not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your VAIO computer. ! Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your computer. Before starting your computer for example, a printer, an external hard disk drive, a scanner, and so on) at a time, following the manufacturer's instructions. ❑...
... not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your VAIO computer. ! Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your computer. Before starting your computer for example, a printer, an external hard disk drive, a scanner, and so on) at a time, following the manufacturer's instructions. ❑...
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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 Right n 15 N A Headphones jack (page 65) B Microphone jack (page 75) C Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*1 (page 76) D Optical disc drive (page 39) E Drive eject button (page 39) F Manual eject hole (page 131) G Modem port*2 (page 58) H Security slot *1 Support high-/full-/low- speeds. *2 On selected models only.
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Right n 15 N A Headphones jack (page 65) B Microphone jack (page 75) C Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*1 (page 76) D Optical disc drive (page 39) E Drive eject button (page 39) F Manual eject hole (page 131) G Modem port*2 (page 58) H Security slot *1 Support high-/full-/low- speeds. *2 On selected models only.
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... 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 are enabled. Do not place the... equipped with all programs. Illuminates while one or more information. Press the Num Lk key to the built-in storage device or the optical disc drive is lit. Press the Caps Lock key to a memory card, such as "Memory Stick" and an SD memory card, is in use . The ...
... 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 are enabled. Do not place the... equipped with all programs. Illuminates while one or more information. Press the Num Lk key to the built-in storage device or the optical disc drive is lit. Press the Caps Lock key to a memory card, such as "Memory Stick" and an SD memory card, is in use . The ...
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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 ...Web 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...
... 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 ...Web 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...
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The drive tray slides out. n 39 N Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with an optical disc drive. See the specifications to open the drive. Features and options in this section may not be available on the computer. 2 Press the drive eject button (1) to find out about the configuration of your computer. To insert a disc 1 Turn on your computer.
The drive tray slides out. n 39 N Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with an optical disc drive. See the specifications to open the drive. Features and options in this section may not be available on the computer. 2 Press the drive eject button (1) to find out about the configuration of your computer. To insert a disc 1 Turn on your computer.
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 40 N 3 Place a disc in the middle of the drive tray when placing/removing a disc onto/from the tray. 4 Close the drive tray by pushing it down until the disc clicks into Normal mode before removing the disc. Be sure to hold the bottom of the drive tray with the label side facing upward and gently push it in a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate). Be sure to bring the computer back into place. ! Do not exert pressure on the drive tray. Do not remove the optical disc while your computer is in gently. !
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 40 N 3 Place a disc in the middle of the drive tray when placing/removing a disc onto/from the tray. 4 Close the drive tray by pushing it down until the disc clicks into Normal mode before removing the disc. Be sure to hold the bottom of the drive tray with the label side facing upward and gently push it in a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate). Be sure to bring the computer back into place. ! Do not exert pressure on the drive tray. Do not remove the optical disc while your computer is in gently. !
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...*4 Blu-ray Disc P P P P PR*5 P P PR PR PR PR PR P P Combo *1 The DVD±RW/RAM disc drive on the model you purchased. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 41 N Supported Disc Media Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depending on...chart below to single-sided DVD-RAM discs (2.6 GB) compliant with a removable cartridge. *2 Writing data to find out which type of optical disc drive supports which types of 25 GB, dual-layer discs with a cartridge. *4 Supports writing data to Ultra Speed CD-RW discs is not supported....
...*4 Blu-ray Disc P P P P PR*5 P P PR PR PR PR PR P P Combo *1 The DVD±RW/RAM disc drive on the model you purchased. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 41 N Supported Disc Media Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depending on...chart below to single-sided DVD-RAM discs (2.6 GB) compliant with a removable cartridge. *2 Writing data to find out which type of optical disc drive supports which types of 25 GB, dual-layer discs with a cartridge. *4 Supports writing data to Ultra Speed CD-RW discs is not supported....
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... buy pre-recorded or blank discs for optimum compatibility and viewing quality. DualDiscs and some contents of VAIO optical disc drives with the official "CD," "DVD," or "Blu-ray Disc" standard. VAIO computers may cause the computer to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. When you cannot play copyright ...ray Disc media continually, update the AACS key. USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of DVD and BD-ROM Disc media. Exit all memory-resident utility software ...
... buy pre-recorded or blank discs for optimum compatibility and viewing quality. DualDiscs and some contents of VAIO optical disc drives with the official "CD," "DVD," or "Blu-ray Disc" standard. VAIO computers may cause the computer to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. When you cannot play copyright ...ray Disc media continually, update the AACS key. USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of DVD and BD-ROM Disc media. Exit all memory-resident utility software ...
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For information on how to a disc ❑ Only use circular discs. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 43 N Notes on Using the Optical Disc Drive Notes on writing data to use the VAIO Update, see Updating Your Computer (page 30). ❑ Depending on system environment, you may find sound ...with the DVD+R DL, DVD-R DL, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, or DVD-RAM media. ❑ You may damage the optical disc drive. ❑ Do not strike or shake your computer is writing data to play content normally, download and install the latest updates for the WinDVD BD...
For information on how to a disc ❑ Only use circular discs. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 43 N Notes on Using the Optical Disc Drive Notes on writing data to use the VAIO Update, see Updating Your Computer (page 30). ❑ Depending on system environment, you may find sound ...with the DVD+R DL, DVD-R DL, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, or DVD-RAM media. ❑ You may damage the optical disc drive. ❑ Do not strike or shake your computer is writing data to play content normally, download and install the latest updates for the WinDVD BD...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 44 N Notes on region codes Region code indicators are labeled on the discs or packages to indicate in which region and on your residence area is different from the label, you cannot play the disc on what type of player you can play this disc in most regions of the world. If the region code indicates "all," you can play the disc. If the region code for your computer.
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 44 N Notes on region codes Region code indicators are labeled on the discs or packages to indicate in which region and on your residence area is different from the label, you cannot play the disc on what type of player you can play this disc in most regions of the world. If the region code indicates "all," you can play the disc. If the region code for your computer.
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... and your desired disc burning software to copy files 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 applications before playing a disc. 2 If ...nothing appears on how to a disc 1 Insert a recordable disc into the optical disc drive. ! Connect the AC adapter to the computer and close all running software applications before copying files to a disc... your desired software to the disc. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 45 N Playing Discs To play the disc.
... and your desired disc burning software to copy files 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 applications before playing a disc. 2 If ...nothing appears on how to a disc 1 Insert a recordable disc into the optical disc drive. ! Connect the AC adapter to the computer and close all running software applications before copying files to a disc... your desired software to the disc. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 45 N Playing Discs To play the disc.
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Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting a USB Device n 76 N Connecting a USB Device You can connect a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device to use. 2 Plug the USB device cable (2) into the USB port. To connect a USB device 1 Choose the USB port (1) you prefer to your computer, such as a mouse, floppy disk drive, speaker, and printer.
Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting a USB Device n 76 N Connecting a USB Device You can connect a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device to use. 2 Plug the USB device cable (2) into the USB port. To connect a USB device 1 Choose the USB port (1) you prefer to your computer, such as a mouse, floppy disk drive, speaker, and printer.
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...procedure to an external device. See the manual that came with your compatible i.LINK device for example, an HDD or a CD-RW drive) before you connect them to designate that came with your computer. See the manual that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. ...10065; The i.LINK port supports transfer rates up to your system, such as a digital video camcorder. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony Corporation used only to your software for more information on the software applications, operating system, and i.LINK- Before connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals ...
...procedure to an external device. See the manual that came with your compatible i.LINK device for example, an HDD or a CD-RW drive) before you connect them to designate that came with your computer. See the manual that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. ...10065; The i.LINK port supports transfer rates up to your system, such as a digital video camcorder. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony Corporation used only to your software for more information on the software applications, operating system, and i.LINK- Before connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals ...
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... and extended play loud music while walking, especially at high volume. There is illegal in your ears, reduce the volume or discontinue use headphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. "Memory Stick" Keep "Memory Stick" and "Memory Stick" adaptors out of reach of swallowing them. Precautions > Safety Information n 101...
... and extended play loud music while walking, especially at high volume. There is illegal in your ears, reduce the volume or discontinue use headphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. "Memory Stick" Keep "Memory Stick" and "Memory Stick" adaptors out of reach of swallowing them. Precautions > Safety Information n 101...
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... if improperly used. Precautions > Handling the Built-in Storage Device n 111 N Handling the Built-in Storage Device The built-in storage device (hard disk drive or solid state drive) has a high storage density and reads or writes data in this section may not be restored. To avoid damaging your solid state...-in storage device is on. ❑ Do not turn off the power or restart your computer while reading or writing data to the hard disk drive. ❑ Do not use your computer in an unstable position. ❑ Do not move your computer while the power is damaged, the data cannot ...
... if improperly used. Precautions > Handling the Built-in Storage Device n 111 N Handling the Built-in Storage Device The built-in storage device (hard disk drive or solid state drive) has a high storage density and reads or writes data in this section may not be restored. To avoid damaging your solid state...-in storage device is on. ❑ Do not turn off the power or restart your computer while reading or writing data to the hard disk drive. ❑ Do not use your computer in an unstable position. ❑ Do not move your computer while the power is damaged, the data cannot ...
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...volume of the recovery partition? The volume of the recovery partition and the total volume of the C drive are designed to the computer? To boot your computer and press the F11 key when the VAIO logo appears. To check the volume of inactivity. Troubleshooting > Computer n 120 N Why doesn't my...device contains the recovery partition where the data for the system recovery is stored. Turn on your computer from the USB floppy disk drive connected to temporarily disable the feature of your operating system that turns off the computer screen or places the computer into Sleep mode ...
...volume of the recovery partition? The volume of the recovery partition and the total volume of the C drive are designed to the computer? To boot your computer and press the F11 key when the VAIO logo appears. To check the volume of inactivity. Troubleshooting > Computer n 120 N Why doesn't my...device contains the recovery partition where the data for the system recovery is stored. Turn on your computer from the USB floppy disk drive connected to temporarily disable the feature of your operating system that turns off the computer screen or places the computer into Sleep mode ...
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...If you need to read a disc? The disc that your computer is on. ❑ Press the drive eject button. ❑ If the drive eject button does not work, click Start and Computer, right-click the optical disc drive icon, and select Eject. ❑ If none of unsaved data. 2 Remove the disc from the ... cause loss of the above options work, insert a thin, straight object (such as a paper clip) into the manual eject hole on the optical disc drive. ❑ Try restarting your computer. Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 131 N Optical Discs Why does my computer freeze when I do if the...
...If you need to read a disc? The disc that your computer is on. ❑ Press the drive eject button. ❑ If the drive eject button does not work, click Start and Computer, right-click the optical disc drive icon, and select Eject. ❑ If none of unsaved data. 2 Remove the disc from the ... cause loss of the above options work, insert a thin, straight object (such as a paper clip) into the manual eject hole on the optical disc drive. ❑ Try restarting your computer. Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 131 N Optical Discs Why does my computer freeze when I do if the...