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... 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 Built-in Camera 36 Using... 44 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 50 Using the Internet 56 Using the Network (LAN 58 Using the Wireless LAN 59 Using the Bluetooth Function 62 Using Fingerprint Authentication 67 Using the TPM 74 Using Peripheral Devices 84 Connecting a Docking Station 85 Connecting External Speakers or Headphones ..........93...
... 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 Built-in Camera 36 Using... 44 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 50 Using the Internet 56 Using the Network (LAN 58 Using the Wireless LAN 59 Using the Bluetooth Function 62 Using Fingerprint Authentication 67 Using the TPM 74 Using Peripheral Devices 84 Connecting a Docking Station 85 Connecting External Speakers or Headphones ..........93...
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... Using Fingerprint Authentication 152 Using the TPM 153 Troubleshooting 154 Computer 156 System Security 165 Battery 166 Built-in Camera 168 Internet 170 Networking 172 Bluetooth Technology 175 Optical Discs 179 Display 183 Printing 187 Microphone 188 Speakers 189 Touch Pad 190 Keyboard 191 Floppy Disks 192 Audio/Video 193 "Memory...
... Using Fingerprint Authentication 152 Using the TPM 153 Troubleshooting 154 Computer 156 System Security 165 Battery 166 Built-in Camera 168 Internet 170 Networking 172 Bluetooth Technology 175 Optical Discs 179 Display 183 Printing 187 Microphone 188 Speakers 189 Touch Pad 190 Keyboard 191 Floppy Disks 192 Audio/Video 193 "Memory...
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Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - See the specifications to access the help files from the ... your computer. Information about configuration of your computer. To access this on your computer. You may not be able to find out about setting up Bluetooth®, wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless WAN functions. May be included with the preinstalled software programs on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi...
Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - See the specifications to access the help files from the ... your computer. Information about configuration of your computer. To access this on your computer. You may not be able to find out about setting up Bluetooth®, wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless WAN functions. May be included with the preinstalled software programs on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi...
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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 Built-... (page 50) ❑ Using the Internet (page 56) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 58) ❑ Using the Wireless LAN (page 59) ❑ Using the Bluetooth Function (page 62) ❑ Using Fingerprint Authentication (page 67) ❑ Using the TPM (page 74) 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 Built-... (page 50) ❑ Using the Internet (page 56) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 58) ❑ Using the Wireless LAN (page 59) ❑ Using the Bluetooth Function (page 62) ❑ Using Fingerprint Authentication (page 67) ❑ Using the TPM (page 74) n 31 N
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... ! To access this on the WIRELESS switch before starting the Bluetooth function. Use the SmartWi Connection Utility to set up the Bluetooth function. You can establish wireless communications between these devices without cables at a range of up to 33 feet (10 ...more information. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Bluetooth Function n 62 N Using the Bluetooth Function You can transfer data between your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile phone. To use the Bluetooth function, you first need to set up the Bluetooth function. Be sure to ...
... ! To access this on the WIRELESS switch before starting the Bluetooth function. Use the SmartWi Connection Utility to set up the Bluetooth function. You can establish wireless communications between these devices without cables at a range of up to 33 feet (10 ...more information. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Bluetooth Function n 62 N Using the Bluetooth Function You can transfer data between your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile phone. To use the Bluetooth function, you first need to set up the Bluetooth function. Be sure to ...
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... is no passkey can be determined for both ends. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Bluetooth Function n 63 N Bluetooth Security The Bluetooth wireless technology has an authentication function, which allows you to determine with whom you can prevent any anonymous Bluetooth devices from accessing your computer. With the authentication function, you choose...; The passkey can be different each time, but must be the same at both devices to be registered. The first time two Bluetooth devices communicate, a common passkey (a password required for authentication) should be entered.
... is no passkey can be determined for both ends. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Bluetooth Function n 63 N Bluetooth Security The Bluetooth wireless technology has an authentication function, which allows you to determine with whom you can prevent any anonymous Bluetooth devices from accessing your computer. With the authentication function, you choose...; The passkey can be different each time, but must be the same at both devices to be registered. The first time two Bluetooth devices communicate, a common passkey (a password required for authentication) should be entered.
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..., you first need to turn on the WIRELESS switch before starting the Bluetooth function. Be sure to set up and using the Bluetooth function, search Windows Help and Support for Bluetooth information. ! For setting up the Bluetooth function. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Bluetooth Function n 64 N Communicating with another computer, a mobile phone, a PDA, a headset, a mouse...
..., you first need to turn on the WIRELESS switch before starting the Bluetooth function. Be sure to set up and using the Bluetooth function, search Windows Help and Support for Bluetooth information. ! For setting up the Bluetooth function. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Bluetooth Function n 64 N Communicating with another computer, a mobile phone, a PDA, a headset, a mouse...
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... or wireless LAN devices work, is used in walls ❑ Proximity to minimize the interference from a connected Bluetooth device. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Bluetooth Function n 65 N Notes on Using the Bluetooth Function ❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on the following conditions: ❑ Obstacles, such as walls, located between devices ❑...
... or wireless LAN devices work, is used in walls ❑ Proximity to minimize the interference from a connected Bluetooth device. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Bluetooth Function n 65 N Notes on Using the Bluetooth Function ❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on the following conditions: ❑ Obstacles, such as walls, located between devices ❑...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Bluetooth Function n 66 N ❑ The Bluetooth function may not work with Bluetooth technology and is normal with other devices, depending on the manufacturer or the software version employed by the manufacturer. ❑ Connecting multiple Bluetooth devices to your computer may cause channel congestion, resulting in poor performance of the devices. This is not a malfunction.
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Bluetooth Function n 66 N ❑ The Bluetooth function may not work with Bluetooth technology and is normal with other devices, depending on the manufacturer or the software version employed by the manufacturer. ❑ Connecting multiple Bluetooth devices to your computer may cause channel congestion, resulting in poor performance of the devices. This is not a malfunction.
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...168) ❑ Internet (page 170) ❑ Networking (page 172) ❑ Bluetooth Technology (page 175) ❑ Optical Discs (page 179) Many problems have simple solutions. Try these suggestions before visiting the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA http...://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin...
...168) ❑ Internet (page 170) ❑ Networking (page 172) ❑ Bluetooth Technology (page 175) ❑ Optical Discs (page 179) Many problems have simple solutions. Try these suggestions before visiting the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA http...://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin...
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... while your computer, follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Devices and Printers. 2 Right-click the Bluetooth device icon and click Bluetooth settings. 3 Click the Options tab and select the Allow Bluetooth devices to Normal mode, then turn on . See the other device's manual for more information. ❑...and the device may not be too far apart. What should I do if I cannot find the Bluetooth device I do if other Bluetooth devices cannot find this computer check box. Wireless Bluetooth technology works best when the devices are within 33 feet (10 meters) of the device you want ...
... while your computer, follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Devices and Printers. 2 Right-click the Bluetooth device icon and click Bluetooth settings. 3 Click the Options tab and select the Allow Bluetooth devices to Normal mode, then turn on . See the other device's manual for more information. ❑...and the device may not be too far apart. What should I do if I cannot find the Bluetooth device I do if other Bluetooth devices cannot find this computer check box. Wireless Bluetooth technology works best when the devices are within 33 feet (10 meters) of the device you want ...
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... connected. Why can be reduced. Move your computer and the device to which it is also used by the connected Bluetooth device? Bluetooth devices incorporate technology that minimizes interference from other devices using the same wavelength, however, communication speed and connection range may... need to move your computer away from other devices may also stop communications altogether. ❑ Connection capability is my Bluetooth connection slow? ❑ The data transfer speed depends on the operating system or the software in use . You may be ...
... connected. Why can be reduced. Move your computer and the device to which it is also used by the connected Bluetooth device? Bluetooth devices incorporate technology that minimizes interference from other devices using the same wavelength, however, communication speed and connection range may... need to move your computer away from other devices may also stop communications altogether. ❑ Connection capability is my Bluetooth connection slow? ❑ The data transfer speed depends on the operating system or the software in use . You may be ...
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... to avoid radio interference. Log onto the computer as a user with a standard user account? The Bluetooth function may have restrictions on use of Bluetooth devices to a user with a standard user account on your computer. Be sure to the Shut down...arrow next to log off your computer transmits a radio frequency of the Bluetooth function on airplanes? With Bluetooth technology, your system, the Bluetooth devices will not work. Troubleshooting > Bluetooth Technology n 177 N Can I use a device with Bluetooth technology on the computer is not supported. Why can't I use of...
... to avoid radio interference. Log onto the computer as a user with a standard user account? The Bluetooth function may have restrictions on use of Bluetooth devices to a user with a standard user account on your computer. Be sure to the Shut down...arrow next to log off your computer transmits a radio frequency of the Bluetooth function on airplanes? With Bluetooth technology, your system, the Bluetooth devices will not work. Troubleshooting > Bluetooth Technology n 177 N Can I use a device with Bluetooth technology on the computer is not supported. Why can't I use of...
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... device using the A2DP and select Control. 3 Click SCMS-T Settings. 4 Click to cancel the Connect to connect using the Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP). Troubleshooting > Bluetooth Technology n 178 N What should I do if I do not hear sound from my headphones or audio/video controller? Check the SCMS-T settings. If your headphones or...
... device using the A2DP and select Control. 3 Click SCMS-T Settings. 4 Click to cancel the Connect to connect using the Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP). Troubleshooting > Bluetooth Technology n 178 N What should I do if I do not hear sound from my headphones or audio/video controller? Check the SCMS-T settings. If your headphones or...
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... Stick" logo, Micro Vault, Micro Vault EX, MOTION EYE, Sony Style, DVgate, DVgate Plus, i.LINK, VAIO Care, VAIO Media, VAIO Media Music Server, VAIO Media Photo Server, VAIO Media Console, VAIO Sphere, VAIO World, VAIO Zone, Vegas, VAIO Media Video Server, Click to BD, G-Sensor, like.no.other..., Internet Explorer, Aero, Windows Live, OneCare, and the Windows logo are those of Sony Corporation. Trademarks > n 199 N Trademarks © 2009 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
... Stick" logo, Micro Vault, Micro Vault EX, MOTION EYE, Sony Style, DVgate, DVgate Plus, i.LINK, VAIO Care, VAIO Media, VAIO Media Music Server, VAIO Media Photo Server, VAIO Media Console, VAIO Sphere, VAIO World, VAIO Zone, Vegas, VAIO Media Video Server, Click to BD, G-Sensor, like.no.other..., Internet Explorer, Aero, Windows Live, OneCare, and the Windows logo are those of Sony Corporation. Trademarks > n 199 N Trademarks © 2009 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.