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... Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 19 Connecting a Power Source 20 Using the Battery Pack 22 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 28 Using the Power Saving Modes 29 Updating Your Computer 31 Using Your VAIO Computer 32 Using the Keyboard 33 Using the Touch Pad 35 Using the Switch Function 36 Using the Built-in Camera 37 Using the Optical Disc Drive 38 Using "Memory Stick 45 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 51 Using the Internet 57 Using the Network (LAN 59 Using the Wireless LAN 60 Using the Bluetooth Function 63 Using...
... Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 19 Connecting a Power Source 20 Using the Battery Pack 22 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 28 Using the Power Saving Modes 29 Updating Your Computer 31 Using Your VAIO Computer 32 Using the Keyboard 33 Using the Touch Pad 35 Using the Switch Function 36 Using the Built-in Camera 37 Using the Optical Disc Drive 38 Using "Memory Stick 45 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 51 Using the Internet 57 Using the Network (LAN 59 Using the Wireless LAN 60 Using the Bluetooth Function 63 Using...
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... VAIO computer model You can find the contact numbers on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you are looking for your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is the last 7 digits of the display on your VAIO PC. You can assist with a Sony certified...
... VAIO computer model You can find the contact numbers on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you are looking for your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is the last 7 digits of the display on your VAIO PC. You can assist with a Sony certified...
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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports A Num lock indicator (page 19) B Caps lock indicator (page 19) C Scroll lock indicator (page 19) D Charge indicator (page 19) E Disc drive indicator (page 19) F Touch pad (page 35) G Left button (page 35) H Right button (page 35) I MODE button (page 36) J Switch buttons (page 36) K SETTING button (page 36) n 13 N
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports A Num lock indicator (page 19) B Caps lock indicator (page 19) C Scroll lock indicator (page 19) D Charge indicator (page 19) E Disc drive indicator (page 19) F Touch pad (page 35) G Left button (page 35) H Right button (page 35) I MODE button (page 36) J Switch buttons (page 36) K SETTING button (page 36) n 13 N
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... are enabled. Press the Num Lk key to type letters in green while the computer is lit. Press the Caps Lock key to activate the numeric keypad. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 25) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Media Access Built-in MOTION EYE camera Optical disc drive Disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in uppercase. Illuminates while data access to change how...
... are enabled. Press the Num Lk key to type letters in green while the computer is lit. Press the Caps Lock key to activate the numeric keypad. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 25) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Media Access Built-in MOTION EYE camera Optical disc drive Disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in uppercase. Illuminates while data access to change how...
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... to charge while you enable the battery care function of data while the computer is running on the battery, you should either connect the AC adapter to AC power. Your computer is impossible. You can be recharged any time. If the battery pack runs out of your battery pack if you are in Sleep mode, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode...
... to charge while you enable the battery care function of data while the computer is running on the battery, you should either connect the AC adapter to AC power. Your computer is impossible. You can be recharged any time. If the battery pack runs out of your battery pack if you are in Sleep mode, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode...
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... the slot. the Safely Remove Hardware icon is off. - your computer is not displayed on the taskbar. 3 Select the hardware you want to 4 when: - n 52 N Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ You can skip steps 1 to unplug and click Stop. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions for removing the ExpressCard module. 5 Push in the Safely Remove Hardware window. 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot. 2 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon...
... the slot. the Safely Remove Hardware icon is off. - your computer is not displayed on the taskbar. 3 Select the hardware you want to 4 when: - n 52 N Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ You can skip steps 1 to unplug and click Stop. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions for removing the ExpressCard module. 5 Push in the Safely Remove Hardware window. 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot. 2 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon...
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... on connection setups and modem configuration, see the manual that came with your ISP: ❑ Fiber to protect the computer against online threats. If your computer is not equipped with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up the wireless LAN network. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 57 N Using the Internet Before 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...
... on connection setups and modem configuration, see the manual that came with your ISP: ❑ Fiber to protect the computer against online threats. If your computer is not equipped with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up the wireless LAN network. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 57 N Using the Internet Before 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...
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... VAIO Presentation Support is not assigned to any button, change the button assignment with the VAIO Control Center. 2 Select your desired display mode. ✍ Selecting any of the connected external display simultaneously on the computer screen. In Presentation mode, some functions of the computer, such as a screen saver, the power saving modes, and system message generation, are disabled so as not to use the VAIO Presentation Support 1 Press any display mode other than Normal Display activates...
... VAIO Presentation Support is not assigned to any button, change the button assignment with the VAIO Control Center. 2 Select your desired display mode. ✍ Selecting any of the connected external display simultaneously on the computer screen. In Presentation mode, some functions of the computer, such as a screen saver, the power saving modes, and system message generation, are disabled so as not to use the VAIO Presentation Support 1 Press any display mode other than Normal Display activates...
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... user password. The hard disk password provides additional security for password entry when turning on the computer to protect your computer. The machine password is installed in for users with the fingerprint authentication function, you can use BIOS functions to set the hard disk password, other people. Be sure not to start your computer may need to be charged, and your computer. If you forget the power-on password and need assistance to reset it safe...
... user password. The hard disk password provides additional security for password entry when turning on the computer to protect your computer. The machine password is installed in for users with the fingerprint authentication function, you can use BIOS functions to set the hard disk password, other people. Be sure not to start your computer may need to be charged, and your computer. If you forget the power-on password and need assistance to reset it safe...
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... password, leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank and press the Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key to display the Security tab, select Set User Password, and then press the Enter key. 5 On the password entry screen, enter the current password once and a new password twice, and then press the Enter key. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen appears. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 104 N To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn...
... password, leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank and press the Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key to display the Security tab, select Set User Password, and then press the Enter key. 5 On the password entry screen, enter the current password once and a new password twice, and then press the Enter key. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen appears. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 104 N To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn...
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... change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go to the Windows Power Options. This icon indicates what kind of power source you start the computer, a power status icon appears on the taskbar. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you need to change the power plan settings 1 Click Change plan settings on the right of your computer and longer battery life. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. The VAIO Power Management function is...
... change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go to the Windows Power Options. This icon indicates what kind of power source you start the computer, a power status icon appears on the taskbar. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you need to change the power plan settings 1 Click Change plan settings on the right of your computer and longer battery life. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. The VAIO Power Management function is...
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... shock sensor to Hibernate or Sleep mode, system recovery, and system shutdown. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Protecting the Hard Disk n 115 N Protecting the Hard Disk If your computer is equipped with the software. ! To activate VAIO HDD Protection 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Security and Hard Disk Drive Protection Settings. 3 Select the Activate hard disk drive protection check box. 4 Select one of your computer. ! See the specifications to hard disk drives and user data.
... shock sensor to Hibernate or Sleep mode, system recovery, and system shutdown. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Protecting the Hard Disk n 115 N Protecting the Hard Disk If your computer is equipped with the software. ! To activate VAIO HDD Protection 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Security and Hard Disk Drive Protection Settings. 3 Select the Activate hard disk drive protection check box. 4 Select one of your computer. ! See the specifications to hard disk drives and user data.
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... an authorized Sony Service Center. To avoid invalidation of your dealer to find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about the configuration of the warranty during your product warranty period, we recommend that: ❑ You should contact your computer. See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover.
... an authorized Sony Service Center. To avoid invalidation of your dealer to find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about the configuration of the warranty during your product warranty period, we recommend that: ❑ You should contact your computer. See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover.
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... not work, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer with the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys or the power button may become unstable if the operating mode is not compatible. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Then reinstall the battery pack to the Shut down button and Restart. What should I do if the charge indicator light is blinking fast...
... not work, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer with the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys or the power button may become unstable if the operating mode is not compatible. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Then reinstall the battery pack to the Shut down button and Restart. What should I do if the charge indicator light is blinking fast...
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... running software application(s) or change the current screen saver. Some software applications or screen savers are any patches or updates to download. ❑ Make sure you have forgotten the power-on password? If you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. A reset fee will be charged. What should I do if I do if my game software does not work or it . Troubleshooting...
... running software application(s) or change the current screen saver. Some software applications or screen savers are any patches or updates to download. ❑ Make sure you have forgotten the power-on password? If you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. A reset fee will be charged. What should I do if I do if my game software does not work or it . Troubleshooting...
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Connect your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the corresponding power saving mode setting. This problem occurs when you can set an appropriate value to eliminate flicker noise. Why is the video input from the built-in camera suspended for a few seconds? The video input may be suspended for a few seconds if: ❑ a shortcut key with the Fn key is used. ❑ the CPU load increases...
Connect your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the corresponding power saving mode setting. This problem occurs when you can set an appropriate value to eliminate flicker noise. Why is the video input from the built-in camera suspended for a few seconds? The video input may be suspended for a few seconds if: ❑ a shortcut key with the Fn key is used. ❑ the CPU load increases...
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... computer to a disc. Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 167 N ❑ Make sure the correct driver software is compatible with the optical disc drive. ❑ If you may be incompatible with a listing of your computer. 6 Double-click your computer, do not use the computer for at least one hour. The Device Manager window appears with the optical disc drive. Check the package to open a list of the optical disc drives of your...
... computer to a disc. Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 167 N ❑ Make sure the correct driver software is compatible with the optical disc drive. ❑ If you may be incompatible with a listing of your computer. 6 Double-click your computer, do not use the computer for at least one hour. The Device Manager window appears with the optical disc drive. Check the package to open a list of the optical disc drives of your...
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... a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate), then restart the computer. ❑ If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Windows operating system installed on your computer may need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 5 Click OK. Troubleshooting > Printing n 173 N Printing What should I do if I cannot print a document? ❑ Make sure your printer is on, and the printer cable is securely connected...
... a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate), then restart the computer. ❑ If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Windows operating system installed on your computer may need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 5 Click OK. Troubleshooting > Printing n 173 N Printing What should I do if I cannot print a document? ❑ Make sure your printer is on, and the printer cable is securely connected...
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... the Enter key to restart your computer. ❑ If this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off. ! See Using the Touch Pad (page 35). ❑ Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your computer. ❑ If the pointer does not move while a software application is running, press the Alt+F4 keys to close the application window...
... the Enter key to restart your computer. ❑ If this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off. ! See Using the Touch Pad (page 35). ❑ Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your computer. ❑ If the pointer does not move while a software application is running, press the Alt+F4 keys to close the application window...
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... I turn off the Windows startup sound, follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Hardware and Sound. 3 Click Manage audio devices under Sound. 5 On the Playback tab, select your computer or camcorder. To turn off , the i.LINK cable may not be securely plugged into the port on your desired device for sound output and click Set Default. How do if I cannot use my digital video camcorder? Troubleshooting > Audio/Video n 179 N Audio/Video What should I do I change the device...
... I turn off the Windows startup sound, follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Hardware and Sound. 3 Click Manage audio devices under Sound. 5 On the Playback tab, select your computer or camcorder. To turn off , the i.LINK cable may not be securely plugged into the port on your desired device for sound output and click Set Default. How do if I cannot use my digital video camcorder? Troubleshooting > Audio/Video n 179 N Audio/Video What should I do I change the device...